State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process by Benson, Jocelyn F.

State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780754677451)

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Format: Hardcover
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State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process by Benson, Jocelyn F.

State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process

$111.25
State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process by Benson, Jocelyn F.

State Secretaries of State: Guardians of the Democratic Process

$111.25
Format: Hardcover
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Nearly a decade after the 2000 Presidential elections invited a firestorm of questions about the sanctity of our democratic process, there continues to be a heightened interest in the role of state-wide elections officials, typically the state's Secretary of State - this book looks into their pivotal role in the promotion of a healthy democracy. Much past interest has resulted in overly critical coverage of election errors, ignoring the tireless efforts that ensure the American citizens benefit from a democratic, inclusive and accountable election process. Through a series of case studies, anecdotes, and interviews with current and recent secretaries, State Secretaries of State author Jocelyn Benson readdresses this balance by providing the first in-depth study of the Secretary's role in registering voters, enforcing voting laws and regulations, overseeing elections, and certifying results. As such, it represents a much-needed contribution to the study of US elections, both in practice and in law.

Author: Jocelyn F. Benson
ISBN-10: 0754677451
ISBN-13: 9780754677451
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 02/28/2010
Pages: 170
Format: Hardcover

Review Citation(s):
Choice 09/01/2010
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2010 pg. 179
By Jocelyn F. Benson
By Jocelyn F. Benson
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Jocelyn F. Benson is Assistant Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School. She is also the founder of the Michigan Center for Election Law and Administration, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization designed to support the fair administration of elections. She is a member of the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on Election Law, and has previously served as a National Field Director of Election Protection for the Democratic National Committee.

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