Dynamic Democracy

Explore a bold new perspective on American democracy with this groundbreaking book. Devin Caughey and Christopher Warshaw challenge the common perception that ordinary citizens have little influence over their government. Through extensive research and evidence from over eight decades of state-level policymaking, the authors show that democracy in the United States can be more responsive to citizens' demands than skeptics believe. The book uses an empirical and theoretical approach to assess democracy as a dynamic process, revealing trends in mass partisanship, ideology, and voter accountability. Gain unparalleled insight into the evolution of state-level democracy and the mechanisms that drive policy change.