In Defense of Judicial Elections (Controversies in Electoral Democracy and Representation)

by Chris W . Bonneau (Author), Melinda Gann Hall (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2009

  $41.92

  One of the most contentious issues in politics is the propriety of electing judges. This title argues that opponents of judicial elections have made erroneous empirical claims. It shows that judicial elections are efficacious mechanisms that enhance the quality of democracy and create an inextricable link between citizens and the judiciary.

• New

  Hardcover
  2009

  $157.00

  One of the most contentious issues in politics is the propriety of electing judges. This title argues that opponents of judicial elections have made erroneous empirical claims. It shows that judicial elections are efficacious mechanisms that enhance the quality of democracy and create an inextricable link between citizens and the judiciary.