Beschreibung:
This book analyses the changing political recruitment of the Australian federal parliamentary elite. It argues that the elite's quality has been reduced to a worrisome degree, especially since the 1990s. It suggests that the declining quality of the Australian 'political class' is a major factor behind the declining public trust in politicians.
This book analyses the changing political recruitment of the Australian federal parliamentary elite. It argues that the elite's quality has been reduced to a worrisome degree, especially since the 1990s. It suggests that the declining quality of the Australian 'political class' is a major factor behind the declining public trust in politicians.
Preface And Acknowledgements 1 Introduction: What Is Wrong With Our Politicians? 2 Political Elites, Elite Quality And Elite Recruitment 3 Political Candidates 4 The Federal Parliamentarians: Changing Recruitment And Careers 5 The Leaders 6 Conclusion References