The United States and Canada : how two democracies differ and why it matters /

This edited volume presents an integrated comparative examination of the political systems of the United States and Canada-with special attention to the effects of political institutions, and their interaction with political values and other factors, in policymaking. It explores, in particular, the...

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Other Authors: Quirk, Paul J., 1949- (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Oxford University Press, 2019.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This edited volume presents an integrated comparative examination of the political systems of the United States and Canada-with special attention to the effects of political institutions, and their interaction with political values and other factors, in policymaking. It explores, in particular, the differences between the American presidential (or separation-of-powers) system and the Canadian parliamentary system. It also considers a number of further institutional differences-concerning federalism, bureaucratic leadership, judicial definitions of citizens' rights, and others.
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780190909529
0190909528
9780190870843
0190870842