This volume brings together a diverse group of distinguished scholars to address concerns about the contemporary performance of American institutions of government. It examines how rising inequality and party polarization have affected representation, governing processes, policy outcomes, and the constitutional system.
SSRC Anxieties of Democracy Series
In a time of global democratic fragility, this series convenes leading scholars to investigate the origins of contemporary anxieties surrounding governance. It delves into the challenges facing democratic systems worldwide and explores pathways for their revitalization and flourishing. The collection offers critical analysis and forward-thinking solutions for strengthening democratic resilience.
