{"title":"Jared Abbott","description":"\u003cp\u003eJared Abbott’s works delve into the complexities of political systems, with a sharp focus on participatory democracy and its challenges. His writing offers thoughtful analysis and critical perspectives on how citizens engage with governance and the implications for modern political structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect insightful exploration of contemporary political issues, blending rigorous research with accessible prose. Abbott’s books invite reflection on the balance between power and participation in shaping societies today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-power-and-perils-of-participatory-democracy-by-stephanie-l-mcnulty-9780198948704","title":"The Power and Perils of Participatory Democracy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Power and Perils of Participatory Democracy\u003c\/em\u003e examines whether and how participatory institutions (PIs) serve as a tool for strengthening democracy in the face of democratic decline. It draws on the case of Peru, a country that simultaneously has one of the most successful participatory democratic systems in the world and one of the most fragile democracies in Latin America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on two decades of original qualitative and quantitative research and data, the book explores how PIs affect the quality of democracy and how citizens feel about the state of democracy. It shows that under the right conditions, participatory institutions can improve accountability, participation, and responsiveness—especially when supported by a strong legal framework and national institutional backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet it also finds serious limits: design flaws, uneven implementation, and deeper structural challenges have curbed their broader impact. Participatory institutions show real promise, but only modest power as tools of democratic renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47934346166508,"sku":"9780198948704","price":396.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780198948704-the-power-and-perils-of-participatory-democracy.jpg?v=1783913711"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jared-abbott.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}