It begins by examining the roles of the basic actors in elections-voters, candidates, parties and interest groups-and the institutional process through which the actors move. The analytical techniques presented in the first part of the book are then applied to questions about the effects of money and the mass media on electoral outcomes, the extent to which elections can control errant officials, and the problems of measuring public opinion and preferences. Special attention is devoted to the unique issues involved in the congressional redistricting as well as presidential primaries and the Electoral College. The analysis is extended to consider the roles played my minor party and independent candidates and the problems minorities face in achieving representation in the American electoral process.

About the Author
Rebecca Morton's research focuses on voting processes as well as experimental methods. She is the author or co-author of four books and numerous journal articles, which have appeared in noted outlets such as the American Economic Review, American Journal of Political Science, American Political Science Review, Journal of Law and Economics, Journal of Politics, and Review of Economic Studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Tulane University.


Book Information
ISBN 9780393978292
Author Rebecca B. Morton
Format Paperback
Page Count 690
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 875g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 157mm * 25mm