Individuals and interest groups in the political process : a public choice approach / Benedykt Olszewski.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Olszewski, Benedykt, 1986- author.

Series:

Studies in philosophy, history of ideas and modern societies ; v. 28.

Studies in philosophy, history of ideas and modern societies, 2191-1878 ; volume 28

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Pressure groups--Research.

Pressure groups.

Social choice--Political aspects.

Social choice.

Physical Description:

283 pages ; 22 cm.

Place of Publication:

New York : Peter Lang, [2024]

Summary:

"The aim of the book is to reevaluate the inner dynamics and tensions between individuals who are active in the political process as members of interest groups. To that end, the author creates a model for their individual calculus, preferences and motivations that manifest in observable behavior. It is done by analyzing individuals in the society according to increasing complexity of interaction. The analysis starts with ethical concerns of single individuals and moves towards their capacities as citizens, voters and politicians. Then, aspects of the social contract theory and uncertainty that goes with societal cooperation, are addressed. A public choice interdisciplinary approach as well as elements of constitutional economy, political philosophy and ethics come together to question the understanding of the way individuals and interest groups operate in the political context due to serious inconsistencies of interest within the latter"-- Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Olszewski, Benedykt, 1986- Individuals and interest groups in the political process

ISBN:

9783631911846

363191184X

OCLC:

1437997961

Publisher Number:

90101353044