The theory of direct democracy
When instruments of direct democracy are to be introduced or modified, questions arise in relation to the normative and institutional requirements for such decisions. The project group theory of direct democracy addresses this topic.
Completed projects
Reconsidering Direct Democracy: The Value of the Facultative Referendum in Democratic Systems
Project leader: Alice el-Wakil
Theory of direct democracy
Project leaders: Andreas Auer, Corsin Bisaz
Constitutional Conventions, Direct Democracy and Institutional Change
Project leader: Andreas Auer
Project collaborators: Jonathan Wheatley, Beat Kuoni, Nina Massüger, Ana Tornic, Mike Peart, Maja Harris
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