New Paths for Selecting Political Elites: Investigating the impact of inclusive Candidate and Party Leader Selection Methods

This book explores the consequences of intra-party democracy, inclusive methods of selection for party candidates and leaders, and their impact on political elites. It examines the link between political organizations and political elites, focusing on primary elections and the party elites that emerge. It offers a theoretical, comparative, and empirical account of the internal electoral processes of parties and their impact on political recruitment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a cross-country examination of the far-reaching consequences of the expansion of intra-party democracy, the growing trend towards more inclusive methods of selecting party candidates and leaders, and their profound impact on political elites in terms of their sociopolitical profiles and career patterns. It explores the intricate relationship between political organizations and political elites by examining the crucial role of parties in parliamentary and political selection processes, and its profound implications on the political leadership appointed. With a strong emphasis on primary elections, the book delves into the dynamics of party elites that emerge from these selection mechanisms and the democratized organizational contexts in which they operate. It goes beyond a mere analysis of the processes through which party elites are selected and their consequences at the party level, extending its scope to encompass the impact of party primaries on the characteristics, candidates, and leaders of political parties. By offering a theoretical, comparative, and empirical account of the internal electoral processes of parties, this book provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of political recruitment and the formation of political elites. It is a must-read for scholars and students engaged in the study of political elites, political parties and party systems, electoral politics, democracy, populism, and leadership, as well as for those interested in comparative politics.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032005799