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Political parties in Western Europe: linkage, legitimacy and reform

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posted on 2023-06-08, 07:23 authored by Paul WebbPaul Webb
A variety of evidence suggests that political parties in western Europe have been encountering significant (and in one or two cases severe) problems of public disenchantment. This seems to stem from two broad sources: first, a widespread sense that they are failing in the performance of some of the classic political functions attributed to them, and second, perceptions of impropriety and undue privilege. This article discusses each of these problems before turning to the question of reform. Although there are no panaceas, the author argues that a number of options are open to parties, including stronger regulatory frameworks, the extension of political education, and enhanced representative and participatory linkages.

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  • Published

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0034-4893

Publisher

Taylor & Francis

Issue

3-4

Volume

37

Page range

203-214

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  • Politics Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2012-02-06

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