Creating the Future - An Institutional Interpretation of US Congressional Lobbying

Author: Zhao Kejin
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Lobbying politics is a crucial phenomenon on the U.S. political stage, exerting profound impacts on both U.S. politics and society. This book employs the method of rational choice institutionalism to conduct an in-depth and meticulous analysis of the role of lobbying politics in the U.S. political system, the institutional dynamics that drive its development, and its relationship with the U.S. government, particularly the policy-making process in Congress. It attempts to address a series of perplexing questions in U.S. politics, such as why lobbying politics has thrived in the U.S. despite generating severe corruption issues, and why American society still tolerates its existence? How much space does the U.S. political system provide for lobbying politics? What are the main actors driving lobbying politics, and how do they operate? How can other countries draw on the experience of U.S. domestic lobbying groups to open new channels for diplomacy with the U.S.? By reading this book, readers can gain an in-depth understanding of the behind-the-scenes workings of U.S. politics and see a different picture of American politics beyond textbooks. The book is well-supported by substantial evidence, rich case studies, and insightful analysis, offering both theoretical innovation and practical enlightenment. It can serve as a reference for teaching and research in universities, research institutions, and also as a reading material for those interested in U.S. politics, as well as business professionals, diplomats, and practitioners.