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Elected Representatives and Communities

Political Organizations and Institutions
Electoral Politics and Participation
Political Theory and Philosophy
Carolyn Hendriks
Australian National University
Marian Sawer Sawer
Australian National University

Abstract

This panel explores the different ways in which contemporary elected representatives in Australia are practicing representation. Papers in the panel present novel empirical findings on different techniques used in contemporary representative practice, and explore the staff, systems and workplaces that support the community facing work of MPs.

Title Details
Connecting People and Parliaments: Elected Representatives’ Views on Integrating Citizen Deliberation into Representative Practice. View Paper Details
Canberra in Your Inbox: Australian MPs' E-Newsletters and Styles of Representation View Paper Details
Doing representation on the ground: pace, staff, systems, and space in MPs' everyday work View Paper Details