Excerpt from The Popular Initiative as a Method of Legislation and Political Control
The popular initiative is usually referred to under the dual title of the initiative and referendum. Its advocates treat of it as an extension of the referendum; its promotion is largely through the agitation of referendum leagues; and for these rea sons the two terms seem to be generally, although erroneously, regarded as synonymous.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history and significance of the popular initiative, a method of legislation that grants citizens the power to propose and enact laws through direct vote. The author traces the origins of the initiative to the New England town meeting and examines its evolution in various countries, with a particular focus on Switzerland, where it has been extensively employed. The author argues that the popular initiative, while offering potential benefits such as increased citizen engagement and reduced legislative corruption, also poses risks, including the potential for demagoguery, class legislation, and the erosion of constitutional safeguards. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the initiative system, offering a unique perspective on the role of direct democracy in modern governance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332604036_0
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