Grant Park : the democratization of presidential elections, 1968-2008 / Candice J. Nelson.

Author/creator Nelson, Candice J., 1949-
Format Book
Publication InfoWashington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, ©2011.
Descriptionix, 149 pages ; 23 cm
Electronic LocationInhaltsverzeichnis
Subjects
Presidents--United States. --Election. --History. --20th century.
Presidents--United States. --Election. --History. --21st century.
Democracy--United States. --History. --20th century.
Democracy--United States. --History. --21st century.

Portion of title Democratization of presidential elections, 1968-2008
Contents Introduction -- Campaign finance -- The nomination process -- The nominating conventions -- The general election -- The role of technology -- Changes in election law -- The changing electorate -- Looking toward 2012 -- Conclusion.
Abstract "Takes a look at American presidential elections from 1968 to 2008--a period of great change in American society in general--and explains how changes in technology, finance laws, party rules, political institutions, and the electorate itself have affected the selection process and might again in the upcoming election"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2011036942
ISBN9780815721840 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0815721846 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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