"Intended primarily as an introductory text for undergraduate students of New Zealand politics"--Preface.
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Previous edition: 1997.
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 329-339) and index.
CONTENTS NOTE
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1. A pluralist theory of the state -- 2. The plural society -- 3. The constitution -- 4. The cabinet and prime minister -- 5. Parliament -- 6. The public sector and the public service -- 7. Courts and tribunals -- 8. Local and regional government -- 9. Interest groups -- 10. Political parties -- 11. Elections and voters -- 12. The media -- 13. Pluralist democracy under strain.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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"An introduction to the academic study of New Zealand politics by a well-known and respected political scientist. Written with clarity and incisiveness, it is particularly designed for tertiary students and for anyone seeking a thorough grounding in the way politics work in New Zealand. This updated edition takes account of political developments to the end of 2003"--Jacket.
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Civil service-- New Zealand.
Parliamentary practice-- New Zealand.
Political parties-- New Zealand.
Representative government and representation-- New Zealand.