Robert G. Kaiser is a seasoned journalist whose work is characterized by deep insight into American politics and society. Kaiser focuses on uncovering the mechanisms of power and influence, often concentrating on topics such as lobbying and the behind-the-scenes workings in Washington. His style is analytical and penetrating, allowing readers to look beneath the surface of events. Through his articles and essays, he offers a critical perspective on the functioning of American democracy.
A Practical Guide to Qualitative Data Collection with Experts in Political Science
92 pages
4 hours of reading
Aimed at students and emerging researchers, this textbook serves as a practical guide for planning and executing qualitative expert interviews in political science. It emphasizes a methodologically rigorous and application-focused approach, making it suitable for those interested in independent qualitative data collection. The content is designed to equip readers with the necessary skills to conduct effective interviews within the field.
With each Multiannual Financial Framework, the European Union determines its political priorities and the degree of solidarity among its member states for a period of seven years. This book analyses why it is the path-dependent structure of the financial framework that provides for necessary reforms of the budget under the condition of institutional stability. Based on its analysis, the book presents scenarios of stability and change for the 2021–2027 financing period.
Italy faces a pressing need for fundamental institutional reforms to enhance its international competitiveness and improve policy-making efficiency. This sentiment is echoed by political observers and actors alike, especially in light of the significant parliamentary election results of February 2013 and Prime Minister Matteo Renzi's ambitious efforts to reform established institutional frameworks. However, hopes for a major socio-political shift were already dampened in the 1990s when the collapse of the party system and rampant corruption scandals led to expectations of comprehensive reforms to address the structural issues exposed. Despite these challenges, substantial change in Italy's political institutional system remains elusive. This volume explores various dynamics within the Italian political landscape from an interdisciplinary perspective, considering the socio-political history and the configuration of its political elites. It provides a deep understanding of the reform obstacles entrenched in the system and presents critical insights into potential avenues for institutional change, as discussed by prominent international experts in Italian politics. Contributions come from a range of scholars, offering a comprehensive analysis of Italy's ongoing reform challenges.
With a New Foreword In So Damn Much Money, veteran Washington Post editor and correspondent Robert Kaiser gives a detailed account of how the boom in political lobbying since the 1970s has shaped American politics by empowering special interests, undermining effective legislation, and discouraging the country’s best citizens from serving in office. Kaiser traces this dramatic change in our political system through the colorful story of Gerald S. J. Cassidy, one of Washington’s most successful lobbyists. Superbly told, it’s an illuminating dissection of a political system badly in need of reform.
