Challenges to Democracy in the 21st Century: The Consensus Model under Pressure

Sciarini, P.; Fischer, M.; Traber, D.

This in-depth study of the decision-making processes of the early 2000s shows that the Swiss consensus democracy has changed considerably. Power relations have transformed, conflict has increased, coalitions have become more unstable and outputs less predictable. Yet these challenges to consensus politics provide opportunities for innovation.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2015-06-12

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137508591

DOI: 10.1057/9781137508607

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 291