The Paradox of Parliament

Author:   Jonathan Malloy
Publisher:   University of Toronto Press
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9781487550882


Pages:   304
Publication Date:   17 March 2023
Format:   Hardback
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The Paradox of Parliament provides a comprehensive analysis of all aspects of Parliament in order to explain the paradoxical expectations placed on the institution. The book argues that Parliament labours under two different 'logics' of its purpose and primary role: one based on governance and decision-making and one based on representation and voice. This produces a paradox that is common to many legislatures, but Canada and Canadians particularly struggle to recognize and reconcile the competing logics. In The Paradox of Parliament, Jonathan Malloy discusses the major aspects of Parliament through the lens of these two competing logics to explain the ongoing dissatisfaction with Parliament and perennial calls for parliamentary reform. It focuses on overarching analytical themes rather than exhaustive description. It centres people over procedure and theory, with strong emphasis given to dimensions of gender, race, and additional forms of diversity. Arguing for a holistic and realistic understanding of Parliament that recognizes and accepts that Parliament evolves and adapts, The Paradox of Parliament puts forward an important and novel interpretation of the many facets of Parliament in Canada.

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Author:   Jonathan Malloy
Publisher:   University of Toronto Press
Imprint:   University of Toronto Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 23.10cm
Weight:   0.460kg
ISBN:  

9781487550882


ISBN 10:   148755088
Pages:   304
Publication Date:   17 March 2023
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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The Paradox of Parliament confronts the struggle Canadians face in both understanding and shaping the crucial roles played by the House of Commons and Senate as representatives and governors of our country. While studies of Canada's institutions may seem quaint and somewhat nostalgic, how we confront current challenges in both domestic and global affairs depends crucially on our perception of Parliament's capacity to lean into changing environments and expectations. In that regard, Jonathan Malloy gives students of Canadian parliament the kind of attention this topic needs. - Anna Esselment, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Waterloo The Paradox of Parliament is richly written, and filled with anecdotes that will whet the intellectual appetite of parliamentary observers. With diplomatic aplomb, Malloy deftly weaves a commanding understanding of the history, debates, and harsh realities that characterize the Canadian Parliament. - Alex Marland, author of Whipped: Party Discipline in Canada Canadians have long waited for a comprehensive look at how their Parliament works. They need not wait any longer. Jonathan Malloy has brilliantly answered the call in The Paradox of Parliament. He maps out, from a historical and comparative perspective, the competing forces that shape the inner workings of Parliament. This timely book constitutes a major contribution to our understanding of Canadian democracy. - Donald J. Savoie, Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Public Administration and Governance, Universite de Moncton Frustration. Disappointment. Indifference. Citizens and parliamentarians alike feel dissatisfied with Canada's legislative institutions. The Paradox of Parliament shows that demands for diverse representatives have long collided with expectations of effective governance. Bravo to Jonathan Malloy on a compelling, provocative, and highly readable account of tensions at the heart of Canadian democracy. - Sylvia Bashevkin, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and Professor Emerita of Political Science, University of Toronto In exploring the tension between representation and governance at the heart of our Westminster parliamentary system, Jonathan Malloy provides an interesting historical overview of the evolution of Canada's Parliament over the years. A welcome contribution to our knowledge of an often-misunderstood institution at the heart of Canada's democracy: Parliament. - Michael Chong, Member of Parliament, Wellington-Halton Hills


""" The Paradox of Parliament confronts the struggle Canadians face in both understanding and shaping the crucial roles played by the House of Commons and Senate as representatives and governors of our country. While studies of Canada's institutions may seem quaint and somewhat nostalgic, how we confront current challenges in both domestic and global affairs depends crucially on our perception of Parliament's capacity to lean into changing environments and expectations. In that regard, Jonathan Malloy gives students of Canadian parliament the kind of attention this topic needs."" --Anna Esselment, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Waterloo ""Canadians have long waited for a comprehensive look at how their Parliament works. They need not wait any longer. Jonathan Malloy has brilliantly answered the call in The Paradox of Parliament. He maps out, from a historical and comparative perspective, the competing forces that shape the inner workings of Parliament. This timely book constitutes a major contribution to our understanding of Canadian democracy."" --Donald J. Savoie, Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Public Administration and Governance, Universit� de Moncton ""Frustration. Disappointment. Indifference. Citizens and parliamentarians alike feel dissatisfied with Canada's legislative institutions. The Paradox of Parliament shows that demands for diverse representatives have long collided with expectations of effective governance. Bravo to Jonathan Malloy on a compelling, provocative, and highly readable account of tensions at the heart of Canadian democracy."" --Sylvia Bashevkin, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and Professor Emerita of Political Science, University of Toronto ""In exploring the tension between representation and governance at the heart of our Westminster parliamentary system, Jonathan Malloy provides an interesting historical overview of the evolution of Canada's Parliament over the years. A welcome contribution to our knowledge of an often-misunderstood institution at the heart of Canada's democracy: Parliament."" --Michael Chong, Member of Parliament, Wellington-Halton Hills "" The Paradox of Parliament is richly written, and filled with anecdotes that will whet the intellectual appetite of parliamentary observers. With diplomatic aplomb, Malloy deftly weaves a commanding understanding of the history, debates, and harsh realities that characterize the Canadian Parliament."" --Alex Marland, author of Whipped: Party Discipline in Canada"


"""The Paradox of Parliament confronts the struggle Canadians face in both understanding and shaping the crucial roles played by the House of Commons and Senate as representatives and governors of our country. While studies of Canada's institutions may seem quaint and somewhat nostalgic, how we confront current challenges in both domestic and global affairs depends crucially on our perception of Parliament's capacity to lean into changing environments and expectations. In that regard, Jonathan Malloy gives students of Canadian parliament the kind of attention this topic needs."" - Anna Esselment, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Waterloo ""The Paradox of Parliament is richly written, and filled with anecdotes that will whet the intellectual appetite of parliamentary observers. With diplomatic aplomb, Malloy deftly weaves a commanding understanding of the history, debates, and harsh realities that characterize the Canadian Parliament."" - Alex Marland, author of Whipped: Party Discipline in Canada ""Canadians have long waited for a comprehensive look at how their Parliament works. They need not wait any longer. Jonathan Malloy has brilliantly answered the call in The Paradox of Parliament. He maps out, from a historical and comparative perspective, the competing forces that shape the inner workings of Parliament. This timely book constitutes a major contribution to our understanding of Canadian democracy."" - Donald J. Savoie, Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Public Administration and Governance, Université de Moncton ""Frustration. Disappointment. Indifference. Citizens and parliamentarians alike feel dissatisfied with Canada's legislative institutions. The Paradox of Parliament shows that demands for diverse representatives have long collided with expectations of effective governance. Bravo to Jonathan Malloy on a compelling, provocative, and highly readable account of tensions at the heart of Canadian democracy."" - Sylvia Bashevkin, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and Professor Emerita of Political Science, University of Toronto ""In exploring the tension between representation and governance at the heart of our Westminster parliamentary system, Jonathan Malloy provides an interesting historical overview of the evolution of Canada's Parliament over the years. A welcome contribution to our knowledge of an often-misunderstood institution at the heart of Canada's democracy: Parliament."" - Michael Chong, Member of Parliament, Wellington-Halton Hills"


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Jonathan Malloy is a professor of political science and the Honourable Dick and Ruth Bell Chair in Canadian Parliamentary Democracy at Carleton University.

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