Advanced democracies and the new politics

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The advanced democracies are shifting from a reliance on representation toward a mixed repertoire that includes a greater role for "direct" and "advocacy" democracy. This gives rise to new problems that will require new solutions.

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Public opinion and direct democracy

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There is a strong current of support in Europe for direct, as against representational, democracy. Reforms to bring a greater degree of direct democracy will have benefits, but may have unintended consequences.

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Understanding democracy: data from unlikely places

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Data from surveys in Eastern Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America reveal ordinary citizens' understanding and endorsement of democracy.

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