Federalism : a normative theory and its practical relevance / Kyle Scott.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Scott, Kyle, 1977-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Federal government.

Federal government--Case studies.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 p.)

Place of Publication:

New York : Continuum, c2011.

Summary:

In this book, Kyle Scott develops a theory-based definition of federalism. Using case studies from North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, Scott demonstrates how strengthening the principle of federalism can enhance democratic responsiveness, revitalize civil society, and allow for a polarized electorate and elite to find common ground. The book aims to provide a normative theory of federalism to show that it is the political structure with the greatest promise of promoting both public and private good without sacrificing either. Drawing on thinkers such as Montesquieu, Plato

Contents:

Cover; Contents; Preface; Chapter 1 Beginning a Theory of Federalism; Chapter 2 Saving Federalism from Relativism; Chapter 3 Resituating Sovereignty; Chapter 4 Nullification; Chapter 5 Veto; Chapter 6 Secession; Chapter 7 Exiting the Echo Chamber; Bibliography; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9786613271532

9781441106865

1441106863

9781283271530

1283271532

9781441114204

1441114203

OCLC:

710974931