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A Preface to Democratic Theory: How does Popular Sovereignty Function in America?
A Preface to Democratic Theory How does Popular Sovereignty Function in America Author:Robert A. Dahl A Preface to Democratic Theory explores some problems left unsolved by traditional democratic theory, Professor Dahl examines two influential "model" theories -- the Madisonian, representing the prevailing American doctrine, and its recurring challenger, the populistic theory -- and argues that they no longer explain how modern ... more »democracies operate. He then constructs a model more consistent with modern political science, and, in doing so, develops some unique views of popular sovereignty and the American constitutional system.« less