Elections and referenda / suffrage Books
Amsterdam University Press Dynamics of Democracy in Timor-Leste: The Birth
Book SynopsisThe Indonesian province of Timor-Leste made international news when it decided to break away from Indonesia in 1999. The decision sparked deadly rampages by pro-integrationist militias, violence that only abated when the UN sent a force to maintain peace and help ease the way to actual independence. This book details the political history of Timor-Leste, both preceding and following the declaration of independence, and it uses the events, consequences, and lessons of that period to help us understand what to expect for similar experiments in democracy building elsewhere in the world.Trade Review"Given that the next general elections in Timor-Leste will take place in 2017, this extremely interesting book is a timely and valuable analysis of the state of the polity that will be re-assessed by the people on this occasion. It is a work of knowledge, insight and analysis in which the author demonstrates a passion for his subject ... Every one inside and outside of Timor-Leste who has thought about and cares for democracy as a universal but threatened concept will learn from this book." - Guy Cumes, International Quarterly for Asian Studies, Vol. 47. "This book will be of interest to a wide audience. For those concerned with questions of institutional design and the challenges of its implementation, the book provides a sophisticated account of semi-presidentialism and an encouraging perspective on democratic participation in newly independent states." - Douglas Kammen, National University of Singapore, in Pacific Affairs: Volume 90, No. 4 - December 2017Table of ContentsForeword: Revisiting a success story with critical eyes Chapter 1: Democracy in the 21st century: lineages and configurations of an impure concept Chapter 2: Assessing the odds: could Timor-Leste become a Democracy? Chapter 3: Constitutionalism Old and New in the ?UN Kingdom? of Timor-Leste Chapter 4: Elections in a Young Democracy: popular voice and control. Chapter 5: Semi-presidentialism with 'independent' presidents: political inclusiveness and democratic consolidation Chapter 6: Grassroots Democracy: building a decentralized state where worlds meet Epilogue: After 2012: new challenges to the consolidation of Democracy
£111.15
Nordic African Institute The Quest for Sustainable Development and Peace:
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£10.40
United Nations Human rights and elections: a handbook on
Book SynopsisWith hundreds of references to the jurisprudence of United Nations human rights mechanisms, this handbook provides human rights and electoral practitioners with a clear picture of the close interplay between elections and international human rights law. The handbook discusses international human rights standards regarding electoral processes and political participation, and how these standards apply to specific aspects of elections. Current issues such as gender-based violence in politics, disinformation and data manipulation, and the impact of Internet shutdowns are considered in the light of international human rights law and the recommendations of United Nations experts
£33.96
HarperCollins India The Future Is Ours: The Political Promise of
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£13.59
Vitasta Publishing Pvt.Ltd Don't Forget 2004:: Advertising Secrets of an
Book SynopsisIn December 2003, the Congress Party took a drubbing in three state elections. The India Shining slogan of the Vajpayee Government had taken everyone by storm. Finances were stretched thin, General Elections were preponed by eight months. The defeat was inevitable. Yet, in May 2004, the ultimate story was one of an absolute surprise. The Congress won the elections making history. This book is the making of that History. After 17 years, Jayshree Sundar, who was instrumental in scripting this victory, finally unveils the chain of events that took place. In this memoir, Sundar reveals all from getting the phone call from Congress''s office to the final victory. With a generous garnishing of real conversations with senior congress leaders and Sonia, Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, Don t forget 2004 is an inside story of the marketing and advertising campaign which dovetailed into the political strategy for the Congress party, bringing it back to power in May 2004.
£15.99
Aspekt B.V., Uitgeverij The Intrepid Election Observer
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£21.21
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Strong Patronage, Weak Parties: The Case For
Book SynopsisThe current combination of electoral systems in the Philippines essentially guarantees the perpetuation of weak and incoherent political parties. As long as parties are weak and lacking in coherence, the primary focus of political contention is much more likely to be on patronage and pork than on policies and programs. As political reformers seek to address these fundamental problems of the Philippine polity, there is no better place to start than through a well-constructed set of changes to the electoral system.In this volume, expert contributors survey major types of electoral systems found throughout the world, explain their powerful influence on both democratic quality and development outcomes, and explore the comparative political dynamics of reform processes. A recurring theme is the virtue of a mixed electoral system involving some element of closed-list proportional representation — known internationally as one of the most effective means of building stronger and more coherent political parties. This, in turn, can be expected to encourage the emergence of a more policy-oriented (and less patronage-driven) polity.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Breakthrough 2.0: Singaporeans Push For
Book SynopsisSome six decades of socialisation by the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) has ingrained in a majority of Singaporeans the instinct that it is not unusual to give up certain personal liberties for the greater good as long as the PAP State ensures the material well-being of Singaporeans. The general election of 2020 (GE2020) during the COVID-19 pandemic, put this social compact between the people and the State to the test. Significant job losses, wage cuts, and an erosion of personal wealth — due to measures to counter the pandemic — cut substantially into the PAP popular vote nationally, and resulted in an unprecedented 10 candidates from the opposition Workers' Party (WP) being elected to Parliament. GE2020 confirmed the trend from GE2011, when the WP first made a breakthrough, that Singaporeans will only accept a party in moderate opposition to the PAP. This narrative differs markedly from conventional wisdom.Breakthrough 2.0 explores the aforementioned phenomena. The book analyses critically the issues surrounding parliamentary elections in Singapore. It also focuses on issues not explored by many other observers, namely voter psychology; election processes; and, party branding. A comparative analysis of election practices and processes in other jurisdictions is also employed to determine where parallels can or cannot be drawn with the situation in Singapore.The author has had direct access to personalities across the political parties. Consequently, he utilises primary sources, supported by evidence, in sketching out backstories to events which exposes certain myths that were prevailing in social media in the months running up to GE2020.
£85.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Unmasking Singapore's 2020 General Elections:
Book SynopsisOn 10 July 2020, Singapore held its 18th general elections in history and the 13th since independence in 1965. The ruling People's Action Party (PAP) once again retained its supermajority by capturing 83 out of the 93 seats, controlling 89.2 percent of parliamentary seats. In spite of a changing social, political and economic landscape, Singapore is still very much identified as an illiberal democracy that has somehow thrived over the years.As the general elections was held during the COVID-19 pandemic, there were expectations that Singaporeans would overwhelmingly vote for the PAP government as the country was facing a serious crisis of a generation. The 'flight-to-safety' mode that some had expected in an election during a crisis, however, did not materialise. In the end, Singaporean voters decided to send a strong warning to the PAP that not all was well, with the opposition achieving its strongest gains since 1965, capturing 10 seats and an additional two Non-constituency Member of Parliament seats. The PAP's total votes dropped from 69.9 percent in 2015 to 61.2 percent in 2020. The rise of a credible opposition has also further strengthened Singaporeans' resolve to ensure that a fair-playing field exists in the political realm. With the highest voter turnout since independence, many have made it known that their voices mattered. The PAP also saw some cracks in its ranks, with some former cadre members and supporters being critical of the new fourth-generation team.Against this backdrop, this book hopes to address the following questions. What were the key issues in the general elections? Who were the main contenders in the polls? What accounted for the PAP's continued hold on power in Singapore? Why did the opposition perform much better than in the previous general elections? What are the main implications of the 2020 general elections results for the PAP, opposition and the broader society at large? How far have electoral issues shifted from 'bread and butter' concerns to much broader topics of social injustices and diversity of voices in parliament? What were some of the crucial talking points during this election? Last, but not least, how far did social media and internet campaigning determine the outcome of this election?Table of ContentsIntroduction; History of Elections in Singapore; Pre-2020 GE Political Developments; The Elections Committee Boundary Report; Developments from Nomination to Polling Day; The Election Campaign: Strategies and Issues; The Election Outcome; Case Study of the Elections in Hougang, Aljunied and Sengkang; Implications of the GE; Conclusion: Road Ahead for Singapore Politics;
£66.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Breakthrough 2.0: Singaporeans Push For
Book SynopsisSome six decades of socialisation by the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) has ingrained in a majority of Singaporeans the instinct that it is not unusual to give up certain personal liberties for the greater good as long as the PAP State ensures the material well-being of Singaporeans. The general election of 2020 (GE2020) during the COVID-19 pandemic, put this social compact between the people and the State to the test. Significant job losses, wage cuts, and an erosion of personal wealth — due to measures to counter the pandemic — cut substantially into the PAP popular vote nationally, and resulted in an unprecedented 10 candidates from the opposition Workers' Party (WP) being elected to Parliament. GE2020 confirmed the trend from GE2011, when the WP first made a breakthrough, that Singaporeans will only accept a party in moderate opposition to the PAP. This narrative differs markedly from conventional wisdom.Breakthrough 2.0 explores the aforementioned phenomena. The book analyses critically the issues surrounding parliamentary elections in Singapore. It also focuses on issues not explored by many other observers, namely voter psychology; election processes; and, party branding. A comparative analysis of election practices and processes in other jurisdictions is also employed to determine where parallels can or cannot be drawn with the situation in Singapore.The author has had direct access to personalities across the political parties. Consequently, he utilises primary sources, supported by evidence, in sketching out backstories to events which exposes certain myths that were prevailing in social media in the months running up to GE2020.
£42.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Unmasking Singapore's 2020 General Elections:
Book SynopsisOn 10 July 2020, Singapore held its 18th general elections in history and the 13th since independence in 1965. The ruling People's Action Party (PAP) once again retained its supermajority by capturing 83 out of the 93 seats, controlling 89.2 percent of parliamentary seats. In spite of a changing social, political and economic landscape, Singapore is still very much identified as an illiberal democracy that has somehow thrived over the years.As the general elections was held during the COVID-19 pandemic, there were expectations that Singaporeans would overwhelmingly vote for the PAP government as the country was facing a serious crisis of a generation. The 'flight-to-safety' mode that some had expected in an election during a crisis, however, did not materialise. In the end, Singaporean voters decided to send a strong warning to the PAP that not all was well, with the opposition achieving its strongest gains since 1965, capturing 10 seats and an additional two Non-constituency Member of Parliament seats. The PAP's total votes dropped from 69.9 percent in 2015 to 61.2 percent in 2020. The rise of a credible opposition has also further strengthened Singaporeans' resolve to ensure that a fair-playing field exists in the political realm. With the highest voter turnout since independence, many have made it known that their voices mattered. The PAP also saw some cracks in its ranks, with some former cadre members and supporters being critical of the new fourth-generation team.Against this backdrop, this book hopes to address the following questions. What were the key issues in the general elections? Who were the main contenders in the polls? What accounted for the PAP's continued hold on power in Singapore? Why did the opposition perform much better than in the previous general elections? What are the main implications of the 2020 general elections results for the PAP, opposition and the broader society at large? How far have electoral issues shifted from 'bread and butter' concerns to much broader topics of social injustices and diversity of voices in parliament? What were some of the crucial talking points during this election? Last, but not least, how far did social media and internet campaigning determine the outcome of this election?Table of ContentsIntroduction; History of Elections in Singapore; Pre-2020 GE Political Developments; The Elections Committee Boundary Report; Developments from Nomination to Polling Day; The Election Campaign: Strategies and Issues; The Election Outcome; Case Study of the Elections in Hougang, Aljunied and Sengkang; Implications of the GE; Conclusion: Road Ahead for Singapore Politics;
£33.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Rsis Commentary: The Series - Jokowi's Second
Book SynopsisRSIS Commentary: The Series — Jokowi's Second Term: Emerging Issues is an edited book which focuses on the 2019 presidential election in Indonesia, the latest phase of political change in the post-Reformasi era in Southeast Asia's largest country, and one of Asia's most strategic players in international diplomacy. The 2019 Pilpres, as it is known for short, saw the re-election of Joko Widodo, a much unexpected and under-rated furniture businessman from the small town of Solo in Central Java who proved himself to be a shrewd politician and survivor, despite not coming from the traditional sources of leadership — the military and the political elite. As he began his second term, the emerging issues that he had to deal with ranged from the traditional, such as the role of religion, to the strategic, such as the debate over the vision of the new cabinet. There are indications that the closing chapter of his presidency in the next few years could be more challenging. Better known as Jokowi, his re-election in 2019 therefore deserved a closer look for a better understanding of its significance and its key dimensions. His re-election will act as a backdrop of what may come in the remaining years of his presidency. To this end, this book is divided into two parts: before and after the presidential election.Table of ContentsEditor's Foreword (Yang Razali Kassim); Presidential Election 2019: The Dynamics: Joko Widodo: Vulnerable Despite Strong Incumbency (Alexander R Arifianto); Old Soldiers Never Die: Retired Officers Behind Jokowi, Prabowo (Keoni Marzuki); Prabowo Subianto: Reluctant Yet Strong Contender (Alexander R Arifianto); Politics at the Periphery: The 'Outer Island' Phenomenon (Jonathan Chen); Grand Narratives in Outer Provinces: Impact of Islam on Politics (Andar Nubowo); West Java: Tough Fight in Key Battleground (Keoni Marzuki and Chaula R Anindya); East Java: Deadheat in a Battleground Province (Alexander R Arifianto and Jonathan Chen); The Three Streams Facing Indonesian Muslims: Pulls of Politics (Andar Nubowo and Jefferson Ng); Golput and Its Implications (Made Ayu Mariska); What Will Happen After the Polls? (Irman G Lanti); Abangan, Santri, and Priyayi: Three Streams in Indonesia's Electoral Politics (Syafiq Hasyim); Too Close to Call: Whoever Wins, Must Win Decisively (Leonard C Sebastian); Enter Jokowi's Second Term: Emerging Issues : After the Big Fight: Results and Implications (Alexander R Arifianto); The Big Battle for Java: Key in Struggle for Power (Irman G Lanti); Another Term for Jokowi: Some Significant Developments (Barry Desker); The New Indonesian Parliament: Who Won and What It Means (Alexander R Arifianto); Sarungan vs Cingkrangan: Elections & Contestations Within Indonesian Islam (Adri Wanto and Leonard C Sebastian); The Gender Factor: Implications for Women (Made Ayu Mariska); Indonesia's Shariatisation Agenda: Where is MUI Headed? (Syafiq Hasyim); Jokowinomics: Has It Worked? (James Guild and Jonathan Chen); Indonesia's Maritime Policy: The Riau Islands & Its Implications (Dedi Dinarto); Moving the Nation's "Keraton": A Javanese Perspective (Sigit S Nugroho); The Papuan Riots: Flash in the Pan? (Made Ayu Mariska); Reinstating the Broad Guidelines of State Policy: Tipping the Power Balance? (Jefferson Ng); What Next for Indonesian Militant Groups? (V Arianti); Indonesia's KPK: Clipping Its Anti-Corruption Wings? (Jefferson Ng); Indonesia's Counterterrorism Policy: An Appraisal (Chaula R Anindya); Indo-Pacific or Pacindo: Does It Matter? (René L Pattiradjawane); Jokowi's New Cabinet: Two Visions of Indonesia towards 2024 (Jefferson Ng and Adhi Priamarizki); Jokowi and the Millennials: Facing the Digital Economy (Keoni Marzuki);
£61.75
Springer Verlag, Singapore How and Why to Regulate False Political
Book SynopsisThis open access book represents the first comprehensive, Australia-focused treatment of the problem of false election information disseminated for the purpose of gaining an electoral advantage. It explores cautious legal regulation as the most effective and decisive approach to the issue. In doing so, the book demonstrates that, although experiments with such remedies have met with mixed success elsewhere, they are nevertheless viable, especially in Australia where they have strong public support and are able to withstand constitutional challenge. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2: The Measurable Effects of Disinformation on Elections.- Chapter 3: Disinformation as a Collective Action Problem.- Chapter 4: Experiments in Election Advertising Laws in Authentic Democracies Elsewhere.- Chapter 5: Australia’s Experience.- Chapter 6: South Australia - A Model Legal Regime for Regulating Electoral Advertising.- Chapter 7: Issues in Administration of s 113.- Chapter 8: 10 Main Recommendations.
£42.74
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Taiwan's 2001 Legislative, Magistrates And Mayors
Book SynopsisIn December 2001, Taiwan held an election that many observers said, in addition to the 2000 election that resulted in opposition party leader Chen Shui-bian winning the presidency, consolidated its democracy. This election made President Chen's party, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the largest party in the legislature and gave him an opportunity to implement his agenda. President Chen had not been able to do previously due to the opposition's large legislative majority and the political gridlock that had plagued Taiwan for some months.This book examines the political milieu in which the campaign was conducted, the candidates, party platforms and strategies, the campaign, and the results of the election. It also assesses the domestic and international responses to the election and its political ramifications.The author argues that the DPP won using questionable tactics, thus diminishing its otherwise significant victory while creating doubts about the “Taiwan political miracle”. The KMT lost badly. The People First Party, created by James Soong after the 2000 presidential election, performed very well in this election. Former president Lee Teng-hui helped found a new party shortly before this election to help President Chen by drawing support away from the KMT; it performed well.The author concludes that the election mirrored Taiwan's new four-party system, which is divided into two camps. While the “green” bloc (the DPP and Lee's new party) performed well, the “blue” team (the KMT and Soong's party) won a majority. Taiwan's party politics, the author says, remain in flux.
£25.65
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Battle For Hearts And Minds: New Media And
Book SynopsisThe Singapore 2011 General Election was dubbed by some as the first 'Internet' election. How far is this true and to what extent did old and new media influence voting behaviour and political participation? What was the role of Facebook, Twitter, party political websites, political discussion and the alternative and conflicting information offered online? What theoretical insights can be gleaned about media and its use by voters? This edited volume provides an in-depth analysis of these questions through a first-ever survey of media use, political traits, political participation and attitudes towards media, and through experiments, content analysis and interviews.This landmark collection of essays also lays the groundwork for understanding future elections, including the next general election. It also serves as a valuable record of the state of affairs on the ground in the rapidly shifting dynamics of a Singapore political landscape that is undergoing dramatic and unprecedented transformation.This book will appeal to researchers in political communication, political science and media communication. It will also be of interest to policy makers, members of media, community leaders and observers of the impact of media on politics.Table of ContentsRashomon Effect: Introduction (Arun Mahizhnan): Not Quite an "Internet" Election: Survey of Media Use of Voters (Tan Tarn How and Arun Mahizhnan); Legal Landmines and OB Markers: Survival Strategies of Alternative Media (Cherian George); Untapped Potential: Internet Use by Political Parties (Debbie Goh and Natalie Pang); Pro, Anti, Neutral: Political Blogs and their Sentiments (Natalie Pang and Debbie Goh); Who Calls the Shots? Agenda Setting in Mainstream and Alternative Media (Paul Wu Horng-Jyh, Randolph Tan Gee Kwang and Carol Soon); Different but not that Different: New Media's Impact on Young Voters' Political Participation (Trisha T C Lin and Alice Y H Hong); The Leap from the Virtual to the Real: Facebook Use and Political Participation (Marko M Skoric); David vs Goliath: Twitter's Role in Equalising Big-Party Dominance (Xu Xiaoge); Lifting the Veil of Ignorance: Internet's Impact on Knowledge Gap (Debbie Goh); Squaring Political Circles: Coping with Conflicting Information (Natalie Pang); The Silence of the Majority: Political Talk during Election Time (Weiyu Zhang); Conclusion (Tan Tarn How); Appendices: Background on Survey; Fact Sheet on the 2011 General Election; About the Contributors;
£85.50
NUS Press Electoral Dynamics in Indonesia: Money, Politics,
Book SynopsisHow do politicians win elected office in democratic Indonesia? During the weeks leading to Indonesia’s 2014 legislative election, a team of researchers fanned across the country to record campaign events, interview candidates and canvassers, and observe their interactions with voters. Electoral Dynamics in Indonesia presents the results. Through a series of ethnographic studies that span the country from Aceh in the far west to Papua in the east, the book provides unprecedented insight into grassroots electioneering, Indonesian style. It shows that in Indonesia’s candidate-centred electoral system, relatively few candidates rely on parties to get elected. Instead, most build personal campaign teams, recruit grassroot vote brokers and reach out to constituents through informal social linkages ranging from religious, ethnic and kinship networks through to village sports clubs and women’s associations. Above all, they distribute patronage – cash, goods and other material benefits – both to individual voters and to communities. Shining a new light on the scale and complexity of vote buying and the many uncertainties involved in this style of politics, Electoral Dynamics in Indonesia presents an unusually intimate portrait of how politics works in a patronage-based system.
£35.06
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Battle For Hearts And Minds: New Media And
Book SynopsisThe Singapore 2011 General Election was dubbed by some as the first 'Internet' election. How far is this true and to what extent did old and new media influence voting behaviour and political participation? What was the role of Facebook, Twitter, party political websites, political discussion and the alternative and conflicting information offered online? What theoretical insights can be gleaned about media and its use by voters? This edited volume provides an in-depth analysis of these questions through a first-ever survey of media use, political traits, political participation and attitudes towards media, and through experiments, content analysis and interviews.This landmark collection of essays also lays the groundwork for understanding future elections, including the next general election. It also serves as a valuable record of the state of affairs on the ground in the rapidly shifting dynamics of a Singapore political landscape that is undergoing dramatic and unprecedented transformation.This book will appeal to researchers in political communication, political science and media communication. It will also be of interest to policy makers, members of media, community leaders and observers of the impact of media on politics.Table of ContentsRashomon Effect: Introduction (Arun Mahizhnan): Not Quite an "Internet" Election: Survey of Media Use of Voters (Tan Tarn How and Arun Mahizhnan); Legal Landmines and OB Markers: Survival Strategies of Alternative Media (Cherian George); Untapped Potential: Internet Use by Political Parties (Debbie Goh and Natalie Pang); Pro, Anti, Neutral: Political Blogs and their Sentiments (Natalie Pang and Debbie Goh); Who Calls the Shots? Agenda Setting in Mainstream and Alternative Media (Paul Wu Horng-Jyh, Randolph Tan Gee Kwang and Carol Soon); Different but not that Different: New Media's Impact on Young Voters' Political Participation (Trisha T C Lin and Alice Y H Hong); The Leap from the Virtual to the Real: Facebook Use and Political Participation (Marko M Skoric); David vs Goliath: Twitter's Role in Equalising Big-Party Dominance (Xu Xiaoge); Lifting the Veil of Ignorance: Internet's Impact on Knowledge Gap (Debbie Goh); Squaring Political Circles: Coping with Conflicting Information (Natalie Pang); The Silence of the Majority: Political Talk during Election Time (Weiyu Zhang); Conclusion (Tan Tarn How); Appendices: Background on Survey; Fact Sheet on the 2011 General Election; About the Contributors;
£26.60
ISEAS The Unrealized Mahatir-Anwar Transitions: Social
Book SynopsisThe unrealized transitions were a setback for a "reform agenda", which Anwar Ibrahim articulated, but which emerged from dissident movements for diverse reforms. These movements helped the multiethnic, socially inclusive, opposition to win the 14th General Election. They are only seemingly dormant because of the pandemic.The Pakatan Harapan regime had the best chance to supply a fresh vision, deeper social understanding, and commitment to reform. The present Perikatan Nasional regime's fixation on "Malayness" overlooks twenty years of intense intra-Malay conflicts that began with the failure of the first transition.As the "7th Prime Minister", Mahathir had a rare chance to redeem himself from major errors of his first twenty-two-year tenure. He squandered his chance by not honouring the Pakatan Harapan transition plan.Anwar Ibrahim's opponents mock him for being obsessed with wanting to be prime minister. Yet they obsessively fear his becoming prime minister. Anwar may be twice loser in political succession but "the spectre of Anwar" still haunts Malaysian political consciousness.
£10.23
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Backlash Donald Trump And The Remaking Of America
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£52.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Backlash Donald Trump And The Remaking Of America
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£23.75
Kachere Series Malawi's Muslims: Historical Perspectives
£40.75
Viella Editrice Donne Alle Urne: La Conquista del Voto. Documenti 1864-1946
£26.62
Amplify Publishing The Battle for Loudoun County Inside the Culture
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£27.20
Odysseus Books Donald Trump's Circus Maximus and Joe Biden's
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