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The politics of Switzerland : continuity and change in a consensus democracy / Hanspeter Kriesi, Alexander H. Trechsel

Author
Kriesi, Hanspeter
Published
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2008.
Physical Description
1 online resource (xv, 223 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).
Additional Creators
Trechsel, Alexandre H.
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Contents
The development of the modern Swiss nation-state -- Neutrality -- Federalism -- Direct democracy -- The Swiss system of government -- The party system -- Interest associations and labour relations -- The decision-making process -- Economic policy: liberalization under constraints -- Social policy: the Swiss welfare state -- Foreign policy: Switzerland and the EU.
Summary
Despite Switzerland's small size, its political system is one of the most complex and fascinating among contemporary democracies. The rich, complex mixture of centuries-old institutions and the refined political arrangements that exist today constitute a veritable laboratory for social scientists and their students. Often presented as the paradigmatic case of political integration, consensus democracy and multinational federalism, the Swiss model has become a benchmark case for analyses in comparative politics, political behaviour and other related fields. Written by two leading experts on Swiss politics, this book presents a definitive overview for scholars and students interested in Switzerland's political system at the beginning of the twenty-first century. By focusing on its intricacies but also taking in larger issues of general interest, the broad scope of this study will appeal to all those interested in contemporary European politics and democratic systems.
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9780511790676 (ebook)
9780521844574 (hardback)
9780521606318 (paperback)
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Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015).
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