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Polder Politics: The Re-Invention of Consensus Democracy in the Netherlands (Routledge Revivals) - Softcover

Hendriks, F.

 
9781138631090: Polder Politics: The Re-Invention of Consensus Democracy in the Netherlands (Routledge Revivals)

Synopsis

This title was first published in 2001: Under the name of the "polder model", the Dutch model of democracy has received favourable attention from journalists, administrators and political leaders. This book presents a thorough analysis of Dutch democracy as a specimen of consensus democracy. The Dutch administrative tradition of consensus, consultation and compromise is reflected in current trends towards networks and new interactive technologies. This insightful account is an excellent resource for courses on European studies, comparative politics, public policy and administration.

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About the Author

Frank Hendriks, Tilburg University, The Netherlands. Theo A.J. Toonen, Leiden University, The Netherlands.

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