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category: Political Science
published: Jan 2013
ISBN:9780774821575
publisher: UBC Press

Constituency Influence in Parliament

Countering the Centre

by Kelly Blidook

tagged: legislative branch, civics & citizenship
Description

In contrast with most literature on Canadian politics, this book resurrects the relevance of Canada’s Parliament by examining what MPs do, why they do it, and what effect it has. Constituency Influence in Parliament examines the rules and conduct of Private Members’ Business to assess the complex relationship between constituency representation and policy proposals. This revealing study shows that Members of Parliament pursue various types of goals in the legislature – not all of which focus upon parties or leaders – and each MP plays an important representative role in shaping policy.

About the Author

Kelly Blidook

Contributor Notes

Kelly Blidook is an assistant professor of political science at Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Awards
  • Commended, The Hill Times List of Top 100 Best Books for 2012
  • Commended, The Hill Times List of Top 100 Best Books for 2013
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