Contemporary Western societies are witnessing ground-breaking social, economic and political changes at an accelerating pace. These changes are challenging the

Contemporary Western societies are witnessing ground-breaking social, economic and political changes at an accelerating pace. These changes are challenging the

This book argues that - in terms of institutional design, the allocation of power and privilege, and the lived experiences of citizens - democracy often does no

This book identifies sources of power that help business and economic elites influence policy decisions.

This handbook presents a comprehensive view of the current theory and research surrounding political elites, which is now a pivotal subject for academic study a