{"title":"James Johnson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by James Johnson, an astute voice in the realm of \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. Johnson's writing is an insightful exploration of modern political issues, providing readers with thought-provoking perspectives that encourage deeper understanding and engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his noted works is \u003cstrong\u003eShould Secret Voting Be Mandatory?\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling examination of the democratic process that challenges the conventional norms of electoral systems. Johnson's arguments are both detailed and accessible, making complex political concepts comprehensible to a wide audience. His books serve as indispensable resources for anyone eager to explore and participate in contemporary political conversations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned political enthusiast or a curious reader looking to broaden your understanding, James Johnson's books offer a rich repository of knowledge and critical analysis. Dive into his collection to uncover the nuances of political debates and the intricate dynamics of current affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"should-secret-voting-be-mandatory-by-susan-orr-9781509538164","title":"Should Secret Voting Be Mandatory?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secrecy of the ballot, a crucial basic element of representative democracy, is under threat. Attempts to make voting more convenient in the face of declining turnout—and the rise of the “ballot selfie”—are making it harder to guarantee secrecy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeading scholars James Johnson and Susan Orr go back to basics to analyse the fundamental issues surrounding the secret ballot, showing how secrecy works to protect voters from coercion and bribery. They argue, however, that this protection was always incomplete: faced with effective ballot secrecy, powerful actors turned to manipulating turnout—buying presence or absence at the polls—to obtain their electoral goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors proceed to show how making both voting and voting in secret mandatory would foreclose both undue influence and turnout manipulation. This would enhance freedom for voters by liberating them from coercion or bribery in their choice of both whether and how to vote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis thought-provoking and insightful text will be invaluable for students and scholars of democratic theory, elections and voting, and political behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362985296108,"sku":"9781509538164","price":23.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12403893482725.jpg?v=1772909506"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/james-johnson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}