Grant Park : the democratization of presidential elections, 1968-2008 /
Nelson, Candice J.,1949-
Washington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press,
c2011.
"Takes a look at American presidential elections from 1968 to 2008--a period of great change in American society in general--and explains how changes in technology, finance laws, party rules, political institutions, and the electorate itself have affected the selection process and might again in the upcoming election"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- Campaign finance -- The nomination process -- The nominating conventions -- The general election -- The role of technology -- Changes in election laws -- The changing electorate -- Looking toward 2012 -- Conclusion.
"Takes a look at American presidential elections from 1968 to 2008--a period of great change in American society in general--and explains how changes in technology, finance laws, party rules, political institutions, and the electorate itself have affected the selection process and might again in the upcoming election"--Provided by publisher.
Presidents
Presidents
Democracy
Democracy