Page 215. Chapter 10 The Political Effects of the Born-Again Phenomenon Ted G. Jelen, Corwin E. S... more Page 215. Chapter 10 The Political Effects of the Born-Again Phenomenon Ted G. Jelen, Corwin E. Smidt, and Clyde Wilcox In recent years, the popular culture has devoted a good deal of attention to the political aspects of religious experience. ...
This is a study of the role of the Christian Right in Virginia Republican politics from 1978 to t... more This is a study of the role of the Christian Right in Virginia Republican politics from 1978 to the 1994 senatorial race. It places Virginia politics in a national setting, and looks at the struggles between Republican Party centrists and Christian Right activists. a detailed analysis is given of the 1993 state-wide elections, and the 1994 senatorial contest, both of which attracted national attention. A range of sources are utilized, including mail surveys from delegates to Republican state and national conventions; in-person interviews of delegates at the 1993 and 1994 state conventions; and over 100 interviews with Virginia Republicans and Christian Right leaders and activists. The authors look at how Christian Right Republicans make their voices heard at party conventions, get out the conservative vote, and make their presence felt in elections way beyond their numberical strength.
Even as most Americans fix their gaze on the actions of the federal government, states and locali... more Even as most Americans fix their gaze on the actions of the federal government, states and localities are the cornerstones of the US federal system. “What state and local governments do” explains that states are free to design their own governments so long as their structure does not violate the US Constitution. All states have designed their governments to somewhat resemble the national government, with an elected governor, elected legislatures, and state supreme courts. However, each of these structures can operate in different ways, with different powers from state to state. The governments of the Native American reservations and those of the five permanently inhabited US territories are also discussed.
Advantages and disadvantages of federalism as much as the federal system is the preferred option ... more Advantages and disadvantages of federalism as much as the federal system is the preferred option of Americans who historically have had a skeptical view of centralized power, it is far from a perfect system for the effective operations of government. Despite its many virtues, the shortcomings inherent in the US federal system lead many observers to question whether it is adequate to meet the needs of increasingly complex social and economic problems. Advantages include flexibility of standards and in dealing with religious diversity, experimentation, varying policies at different levels of government, keeping central government in check, and providing citizen choice. Disadvantages include competition between the states, inefficiency, inequality, and lack of accountability.
Debates over the relative power of national and state governments have typically hinged on consti... more Debates over the relative power of national and state governments have typically hinged on constitutional provisions. “The evolution of federalism in law” describes how, in the early years of the republic, the US Supreme Court played a key role in defining the nature and scope of the US federal system. It then outlines how judicial decisions of the twentieth century continued the expansion of federal authority. Although the national government has many tools to influence state policymaking and enact federal policy, US states retain important powers. For many Americans, the actions of state and local governments have a bigger impact on their lives than those of the national government.
“American federalism in comparative perspective” outlines how, in 1787, a new American constituti... more “American federalism in comparative perspective” outlines how, in 1787, a new American constitution was drafted which replaced the confederation with a federal form of government. This chapter also explains how several key contemporary issues—such as same-sex marriage, abortion, gun control, and voting rights—illustrate the challenges posed by federalism. Cleavages between and among the subnational units often pose significant challenges for maintaining stable federal systems. For example, in many countries regional governments reflect different ethnic or linguistic groups, and the regions or states may have been independent countries in the past. The source and sharing of revenues also differ significantly in federal systems.
“Fiscal federalism” describes how during the early decades of the republic, Congress gave states ... more “Fiscal federalism” describes how during the early decades of the republic, Congress gave states money to help pay for new roads and canals, to support their militia, and to build colleges and universities. But the system of granting money to the states grew in the twentieth century, especially after the Sixteenth Amendment gave the national government the right to impose an income tax in 1913. The chapter discusses the federal grants program, which now provides about 30 percent of the average operating revenues of state and local governments. It also considers how the national government uses mandates to influence state policymaking, how states raise revenue through taxation, and the differences in state spending programs.
Federalism: A Very Short Introduction provides a concise overview of the principles and operation... more Federalism: A Very Short Introduction provides a concise overview of the principles and operations of federalism, the political system defined by power sharing between a national government and its subnational units, from its origins and evolution to the key events and constitutional decisions that have defined its framework. While the primary focus is on the United States, a comparative analysis of other federal systems, including those of Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Nigeria, and Switzerland, is provided. The role of federal government is explained alongside the critical roles of state and local governments. This VSI also examines whether federal structures are viable in an era of increasingly centralized and authoritarian-style government.
... There is a lot of talk about the Christian Right not being good at forming coalitions. Quite ... more ... There is a lot of talk about the Christian Right not being good at forming coalitions. Quite the contrary. Look at Walt Barbee's operation. He is the master of the lists. He has the lists of numerous organizations that work together very effectively. ...
“Federalism, American style” describes the end of the colonial period, the Articles of Confederat... more “Federalism, American style” describes the end of the colonial period, the Articles of Confederation, and the drafting of the new Constitution. Federal systems are partially a function of history, geography, and political and social factors. The US federal system is more decentralized than those of most other countries, in part because thirteen separate colonies spent years resisting central control from Britain and fought a war of independence. They were not keen to give up power to a central government. The Constitution and the Bill of Rights set into motion the formal bases for the US federal system. Key provisions of the Constitution specifically address how federalism should operate.
... Impeachment and the Distraction of American Politics Paul J. Quirk 142 The Impeachment and Ac... more ... Impeachment and the Distraction of American Politics Paul J. Quirk 142 The Impeachment and Acquittal of William Jefferson Clinton Michael J. Gerhardt Political Perspectives 171 Public Opinion: The Paradoxes of Clinton's Popularity Molly W. Andolina and Clyde Wilcox 195 ...
The US government is the oldest continuing operating federal system, in part because of its relat... more The US government is the oldest continuing operating federal system, in part because of its relatively high degree of stability and respect for the rule of law. But does that make the US system a model for other nation-states to emulate? “Federalism in the world” compares and contrasts the federal systems of six countries—Switzerland, Canada, Brazil, Australia, India, and Nigeria—to better recognize the strengths and weaknesses of the US system. The idiosyncratic elements of each nation’s federalism are a function of the social, economic, and political forces that contest politics; the nature of the ethnic, linguistic, political, and other cleavages; and decisions made by leaders in the past.
... Interest groups in American campaigns: The new face of electioneering. Post a Comment. CONTRI... more ... Interest groups in American campaigns: The new face of electioneering. Post a Comment. CONTRIBUTORS: Author: Rozell, Mark J. Author: Wilcox, Clyde (b. 1953, d. ----. PUBLISHER: CQ Press (Washington, DC). SERIES TITLE: YEAR: 1999. ...
Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, Jun 1, 1997
Chapter 1 The Christian Right and the 1994 Elections: An Overview Chapter 2 Florida: Running Glob... more Chapter 1 The Christian Right and the 1994 Elections: An Overview Chapter 2 Florida: Running Globally and Winning Locally Chapter 3 Georgia: The Christian Right and Grass Roots Power Chapter 4 Texas: The Emergence of the Christian Right Chapter 5 Oklahoma: The Christian Right and Republican Realignment Chapter 6 Virginia: God, Guns, and Oliver North Chapter 7 South Carolina: The Christian Right Wins One Chapter 8 Michigan: Veering to the Right Chapter 9 Minnesota: Christians and Quistians in the GOP Chapter 10 Iowa: Everything Comes up Rosy Chapter 11 Oregon: Identity and Politics in the Northwest Chapter 12 The Past as Prologue: The Christian Right in the 1996 Elections
Page 215. Chapter 10 The Political Effects of the Born-Again Phenomenon Ted G. Jelen, Corwin E. S... more Page 215. Chapter 10 The Political Effects of the Born-Again Phenomenon Ted G. Jelen, Corwin E. Smidt, and Clyde Wilcox In recent years, the popular culture has devoted a good deal of attention to the political aspects of religious experience. ...
This is a study of the role of the Christian Right in Virginia Republican politics from 1978 to t... more This is a study of the role of the Christian Right in Virginia Republican politics from 1978 to the 1994 senatorial race. It places Virginia politics in a national setting, and looks at the struggles between Republican Party centrists and Christian Right activists. a detailed analysis is given of the 1993 state-wide elections, and the 1994 senatorial contest, both of which attracted national attention. A range of sources are utilized, including mail surveys from delegates to Republican state and national conventions; in-person interviews of delegates at the 1993 and 1994 state conventions; and over 100 interviews with Virginia Republicans and Christian Right leaders and activists. The authors look at how Christian Right Republicans make their voices heard at party conventions, get out the conservative vote, and make their presence felt in elections way beyond their numberical strength.
Even as most Americans fix their gaze on the actions of the federal government, states and locali... more Even as most Americans fix their gaze on the actions of the federal government, states and localities are the cornerstones of the US federal system. “What state and local governments do” explains that states are free to design their own governments so long as their structure does not violate the US Constitution. All states have designed their governments to somewhat resemble the national government, with an elected governor, elected legislatures, and state supreme courts. However, each of these structures can operate in different ways, with different powers from state to state. The governments of the Native American reservations and those of the five permanently inhabited US territories are also discussed.
Advantages and disadvantages of federalism as much as the federal system is the preferred option ... more Advantages and disadvantages of federalism as much as the federal system is the preferred option of Americans who historically have had a skeptical view of centralized power, it is far from a perfect system for the effective operations of government. Despite its many virtues, the shortcomings inherent in the US federal system lead many observers to question whether it is adequate to meet the needs of increasingly complex social and economic problems. Advantages include flexibility of standards and in dealing with religious diversity, experimentation, varying policies at different levels of government, keeping central government in check, and providing citizen choice. Disadvantages include competition between the states, inefficiency, inequality, and lack of accountability.
Debates over the relative power of national and state governments have typically hinged on consti... more Debates over the relative power of national and state governments have typically hinged on constitutional provisions. “The evolution of federalism in law” describes how, in the early years of the republic, the US Supreme Court played a key role in defining the nature and scope of the US federal system. It then outlines how judicial decisions of the twentieth century continued the expansion of federal authority. Although the national government has many tools to influence state policymaking and enact federal policy, US states retain important powers. For many Americans, the actions of state and local governments have a bigger impact on their lives than those of the national government.
“American federalism in comparative perspective” outlines how, in 1787, a new American constituti... more “American federalism in comparative perspective” outlines how, in 1787, a new American constitution was drafted which replaced the confederation with a federal form of government. This chapter also explains how several key contemporary issues—such as same-sex marriage, abortion, gun control, and voting rights—illustrate the challenges posed by federalism. Cleavages between and among the subnational units often pose significant challenges for maintaining stable federal systems. For example, in many countries regional governments reflect different ethnic or linguistic groups, and the regions or states may have been independent countries in the past. The source and sharing of revenues also differ significantly in federal systems.
“Fiscal federalism” describes how during the early decades of the republic, Congress gave states ... more “Fiscal federalism” describes how during the early decades of the republic, Congress gave states money to help pay for new roads and canals, to support their militia, and to build colleges and universities. But the system of granting money to the states grew in the twentieth century, especially after the Sixteenth Amendment gave the national government the right to impose an income tax in 1913. The chapter discusses the federal grants program, which now provides about 30 percent of the average operating revenues of state and local governments. It also considers how the national government uses mandates to influence state policymaking, how states raise revenue through taxation, and the differences in state spending programs.
Federalism: A Very Short Introduction provides a concise overview of the principles and operation... more Federalism: A Very Short Introduction provides a concise overview of the principles and operations of federalism, the political system defined by power sharing between a national government and its subnational units, from its origins and evolution to the key events and constitutional decisions that have defined its framework. While the primary focus is on the United States, a comparative analysis of other federal systems, including those of Australia, Brazil, Canada, India, Nigeria, and Switzerland, is provided. The role of federal government is explained alongside the critical roles of state and local governments. This VSI also examines whether federal structures are viable in an era of increasingly centralized and authoritarian-style government.
... There is a lot of talk about the Christian Right not being good at forming coalitions. Quite ... more ... There is a lot of talk about the Christian Right not being good at forming coalitions. Quite the contrary. Look at Walt Barbee's operation. He is the master of the lists. He has the lists of numerous organizations that work together very effectively. ...
“Federalism, American style” describes the end of the colonial period, the Articles of Confederat... more “Federalism, American style” describes the end of the colonial period, the Articles of Confederation, and the drafting of the new Constitution. Federal systems are partially a function of history, geography, and political and social factors. The US federal system is more decentralized than those of most other countries, in part because thirteen separate colonies spent years resisting central control from Britain and fought a war of independence. They were not keen to give up power to a central government. The Constitution and the Bill of Rights set into motion the formal bases for the US federal system. Key provisions of the Constitution specifically address how federalism should operate.
... Impeachment and the Distraction of American Politics Paul J. Quirk 142 The Impeachment and Ac... more ... Impeachment and the Distraction of American Politics Paul J. Quirk 142 The Impeachment and Acquittal of William Jefferson Clinton Michael J. Gerhardt Political Perspectives 171 Public Opinion: The Paradoxes of Clinton's Popularity Molly W. Andolina and Clyde Wilcox 195 ...
The US government is the oldest continuing operating federal system, in part because of its relat... more The US government is the oldest continuing operating federal system, in part because of its relatively high degree of stability and respect for the rule of law. But does that make the US system a model for other nation-states to emulate? “Federalism in the world” compares and contrasts the federal systems of six countries—Switzerland, Canada, Brazil, Australia, India, and Nigeria—to better recognize the strengths and weaknesses of the US system. The idiosyncratic elements of each nation’s federalism are a function of the social, economic, and political forces that contest politics; the nature of the ethnic, linguistic, political, and other cleavages; and decisions made by leaders in the past.
... Interest groups in American campaigns: The new face of electioneering. Post a Comment. CONTRI... more ... Interest groups in American campaigns: The new face of electioneering. Post a Comment. CONTRIBUTORS: Author: Rozell, Mark J. Author: Wilcox, Clyde (b. 1953, d. ----. PUBLISHER: CQ Press (Washington, DC). SERIES TITLE: YEAR: 1999. ...
Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, Jun 1, 1997
Chapter 1 The Christian Right and the 1994 Elections: An Overview Chapter 2 Florida: Running Glob... more Chapter 1 The Christian Right and the 1994 Elections: An Overview Chapter 2 Florida: Running Globally and Winning Locally Chapter 3 Georgia: The Christian Right and Grass Roots Power Chapter 4 Texas: The Emergence of the Christian Right Chapter 5 Oklahoma: The Christian Right and Republican Realignment Chapter 6 Virginia: God, Guns, and Oliver North Chapter 7 South Carolina: The Christian Right Wins One Chapter 8 Michigan: Veering to the Right Chapter 9 Minnesota: Christians and Quistians in the GOP Chapter 10 Iowa: Everything Comes up Rosy Chapter 11 Oregon: Identity and Politics in the Northwest Chapter 12 The Past as Prologue: The Christian Right in the 1996 Elections
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