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Book SynopsisThe new fifth edition of this leading textbook provides a clear and comprehensive account of governance and politics in the Netherlands. The book has been revised throughout to provide full coverage of recent developments and events, including the latest proposals for constitutional reform. The Netherlands has often been characterized as a place of political calm, with a culture of cooperation and compromise in dealing with key political issues. Now, at a time when climate change and immigration are high on the political agenda, the electorate is growing ever more unpredictable and political fragmentation makes forming majority coalitions increasingly difficult, it is vital to question how the Dutch system will continue to achieve consensus. With this in mind, the authors take a comparative and analytical approach as they examine the features of the country's political system that have long made it a subject of study for political scientists. Governance and Politics of the Netherla
Trade ReviewThis is the book that has taught me everything I have needed to know about politics and governance in the Netherlands and kept me fully informed about the latest developments with every new edition. This fifth edition offers accessible and sharp insights into the historical and present-day politics of this intriguing country. * Kris Deschouwer, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium *
Rich, multifaceted and up-to-date. Highly recommended for students and scholars who want to get acquainted with Dutch democracy. * Tom van der Meer, University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands *
Table of Contents1. The Country, the Nation, and the State 2. A Country of Minorities 3. Political Parties and the Party System 4. Elections 5. The Core Executive 6. Parliament 7. The Policy-Making Process 8. Multi-Level Governance 9. Economic and Welfare Policy 10. Foreign Policy 11. Evaluating Consensus Government.
