Democratic Foundations of Policy Diffusion

Discover the compelling insights of Democratic Foundations of Policy Diffusion by Katerina Linos, published by Oxford University Press Inc in 2013. This thought-provoking hardback, spanning 250 pages, challenges the conventional notion that laws proliferate through elite networks of technocrats. Instead, Linos argues that it is the power of domestic democracy that drives this process.

Utilizing a rich blend of public opinion experiments, election campaign data, legislative debates, and policy adoption patterns, this book meticulously documents how international models foster domestic support for vital reforms in health, family, and employment law across affluent democracies. A must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of democracy and policy-making, Linos' work provides a fresh perspective on how democratic engagement shapes legal frameworks worldwide.