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Political Elites in Canada: Power and Influence in Instantaneous Times (Communication, Strategy, and Politics)

Political Elites in Canada: Power and Influence in Instantaneous Times (Communication, Strategy, and Politics)

Current price: $107.94
Publication Date: September 1st, 2018
Publisher:
University of British Columbia Press
ISBN:
9780774837934
Pages:
340

Description

Political Elites in Canada offers a timely look at Canadian political power brokers and how they are adapting to a fast-paced digital media environment. Elite power structures are changing worldwide, with traditional influencers losing authority over prevailing social, economic, and political structures. This volume explores the changing landscape for power brokers, the ascent of new elites, and how they are using digital communication to connect with Canadians in unprecedented ways. Featuring studies of governmental decision makers in the public service and non-governmental influence brokers, such as social media commentators, this collection is a much-needed synthesis of elite politics in Canada.

About the Author

Alex Marland is professor of political science at Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador and author or editor of several books, including Whipped: Party Discipline in Canada. Thierry Giasson is professor of political science and director of the Groupe de recherche en communication politique at Université Laval in Québec and also the author or editor of many books on Canadian politics.