| Description |
v, 84 pages ; 22 cm |
| Contents |
In search of Australian democracy -- What makes Australia democratic? -- On democracy -- International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights -- Participation improves outcomes -- It is broken ; fix it! Citizen participation -- Public advocacy -- Indigenous rights to democracy -- Electoral reform -- Parliamentary reforms -- Greater accountability of the Executive -- Anti-corruption -- Transparency and media -- What would make Australia more democratic? -- Democratic federation : citizen engagement |
| Summary |
How democratic is Australia? Is Australia's democracy, strong in underlying structure as it is, the best we can hope for? Is there not plain evidence of needed reform? Hear Our Voice: the Democracy Australians Want examines what we mean by democracy, suggesting it must extend far beyond holding elections every three years. Democracy must provide 'responsive rule' between, and in addition to, elections. Evidence drawn from research, and argument, suggest democracy is more effective if it disperses political power, and provides opportunities for active, genuine participation by citizens. The book also reviews the operation of parliament, inter-governmental relations (local government, state, territory and federal) and other key aspects of Australian democracy, and examines proposals for reform. It concludes with suggestions to strengthen and extend democracy in the Australian Federation |
| Analysis |
Accountability |
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Australia overseas comparisons |
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Australian |
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Civics |
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Community participation |
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Corruption |
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Democracy |
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Effectiveness |
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Elections |
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Executive government |
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Federalism |
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Legislative process |
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Mass media |
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Parliamentary procedure |
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Political participation |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 78-83) |
| Subject |
Democracy -- Australia.
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Political participation -- Australia.
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| SUBJECT |
Australia -- Politics and government. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85009597
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| Author |
Wright, Paula, author
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| ISBN |
9780980396256 (paperback) |
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