Governance & Politics
The Australian and American Senates: a comparison
Information and Research Dept. of the Parliamentary Library
This 28-page comparison of the two upper chambers analyses the major differences between the two, concluding that both are among the strongest upper houses in the world and demonstrate the value of bi-cameralism in democratic governance
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-05
The Australian Senate
Information and Research Services, Parliamentary Library
A concise 37-page document explaining the place of Australia's national upper house in the Australian political system.
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-11
Public Servants Speaking Publicly: The Bennett Case
Information and Research Services, Parliamentary Library
A 2-page background paper examining the issues involved in establishing appropriate levels of control of public comment by government employees
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-11
United Nations: Reforms Progressing, but Comprehensive Assessments Needed to Measure Impact
U.S. General Accounting Office
This 64-page report comments on the status and impact of recent U.N. reforms and identifies remaining challenges
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-15
The U.N. in 2003: Letter from New York
Centre for International and Public Law, ANU
The 9-page text of a speech by the Australian Ambassador to the U.N. in which he examines the organisation's role during 2003 and considers proposals for reform
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-02-16
Assessing the Public Interest in the 21st Century: A Framework
Canadian Public Research Networks
This 50-page study, commissioned by the Government of Canada as part of its effort to improve legislation, seeks to define and understand the meaning of "the public interest"
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-17
Political Disaffection and Democratization History in New Democracies
Kellogg Institute
This 64-page working paper identifies the particular nature of disaffection in new democracies, and argues that it explains the lower propensity of their citizens to participate in the democratic process
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-17
The National Homelessness Initiative
Fraser Institute
This 2-page critique of Canada's National Homelessness Initiative castigates the government for failing to provide any meaningful measure of its effectiveness
Housing, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-17
Could a Hard Core Run the Enlarged EU?
Centre for European Reform
This 9-page briefing paper examines the feasibility of a Germany-France-UK axis being able to assume leadership of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-19
Why So Much Opposition to Social Policy Change in Quebec?
Canadian Policy Research Networks
This 2-page commentary explains the degree of resistance to social policy change in Quebec as being due, in part, to its being seen as an attack on Quebec's separate identity
Social Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-21
An Opportunity Lost? Constitutional Changes in Georgia at the Start of the Shaakashvili Presidency
Center for International Private Enterprise
This 6-page commentary argues that the new constitutional amendments strengthen the presidency at the expense of parliament
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-27
Transnational Governance and Legitimacy
Center for Transatlantic, Foreign and Security Policy
A 23-page paper examining the concept of governance in the global system
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-29
Putin's Second Republic: Russian Scenarios
Ebert Foundation
This 18-page paper suggests that after the presidential elections, Putin will choose between Bureaucratic Capitalism and Authoritarian Modernization
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-02-29
Russia: The Duma Election Result - And Beyond
Institute for the Economy in Transition
A 10-page paper analysing the outcome of the Duma election, assessing the market implications and mid-term political consequences
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-02
Iraq's Constitution: Breakthrough overshadowed by violence
International Institute for Strategic Studies
A 2-page article from "Strategic Comments", analysing agreement on Iraq's provisional constitution, the contemporaneous terrorist activity and the challeges for US policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-06
Africa's Big States: Toward a New Realism
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 9-page policy outlook analyses the causes of the poor economic and political performance of Africa's big states and offers recommendations to the international community as to how best to conduct its relations with these states in the future
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-09
Results-Oriented Government: GPRA Has Established a Solid Foundation for Achieving Greater Results
U.S. General Accounting Office
This 280-page U.S. report examines the effectiveness of the Government Performance and Results Act towards creating a results-oriented performance planning, measurement and reporting environment in government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-11
The 2004 Indonesian Elections: How the System Works and What the Parties Stand For
Centre for Democratic Institutions - ANU
This 44-page study outlines Indonesia's new constitutional process and analyses the effects that the new system may have on the future conduct of Indonesian politics
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-19
2004 General Election: Interim Report
Centre for Monitoring Election Violence
This 21-page report describes election-related violence in Sri Lanka during the current general election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-31
Co-ordinating the War on Terrorism
Rand Corporation
This 23-page U.S. occasional paper addresses how the war on terrorism should be co-ordinated within the executive branch of the federal government
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-31
Auditing the Independence of the Auditor-General
Democratic Audit of Australia
A 19-page seminar paper examining the independence and accountability of the office of Auditor-General in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-08
Government Failure in Canada, 1997-2004: A Survey of Reports from the Auditor General
Fraser Institute
This 36-page occasional paper, based on a selection of reports by the Canadian Auditor General, uses Public Choice Theory to support its claim of providing concrete evidence of the existence and extent of government failure in Canada
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-09
Implications of the Seventh Majlis Elections in Iran
Foreign Policy in Focus
A 2-page analysis of the implications of the recent election in Iran
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-12
Suppose We Had a Real Democracy in the United States? A Time For Imagination
Open Society Institute
Text of a speech arguing how the U.S. democratic system is flawed and offering suggestions for improvement
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-13
Engaging Citizens: One Route to Health Care Accountability
Canadian Policy Research Networks
This report reviews the experience with citizen engagement in Canada and elsewhere and assesses its value in improving accountability in health care decision-making
Health, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-16
Democratic Control of Armed Forces in Military Interventions: A Challenge to Global Governance
Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces
A 26-page working paper focusing on issues relating to the democratic control of multinational military interventions authorised by the U.N.
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-04-21
Are Australian MPs in touch with constituents?
Australian Democratic Audit
This 12-page paper examines, using an international matrix, the strength of the linkage between Australian citizens and their elected representatives
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-04-21
Political Corruption in the United States and Around the Globe
Brookings Institution and Transparency International
Brief summary of a symposium held to discuss the issue of political corruption
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-03
Politics in a Stabilizing Democracy: South Africa's 2004 Election
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A 10-page preliminary assessment of the 2004 electoral results in South Africa
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-04
Elections: Electronic Voting Offers Opportunities and Presents Challenges
U.S. General Accounting Office
This 47-page U.S. testimony assesses the vulnerabilities associated with electronic voting systems
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-13
Azerbaijan: Turning Over A New Leaf?
International Crisis Group
A 44-page report on the political situation in Azerbaijan, with recommendations for action by the international community
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-14
Foreign Assistance: U.S. Anticorruption Programs in Sub-Saharan Africa Will Require Time and Commitment
U.S. General Accounting Office
A 74-page U.S. study into corruption in sub-Saharan Africa, its causes, U.S. anti-corruption assistance and lessons learned
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-18
Coordinating Interdependence: Governance and Social Policy Redesign in Britain, the European Union and Canada
Canadian Policy Research Networks
This paper compares recent changes in the institutions and practices of social policy governance in the European Union, Canada and Britain
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-19
Tajikistan's Politics: Confrontation or Consolidation?
International Crisis Group
A 24-page briefing on the current political situation in Tajikistan
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-20
A Festival of Populism: Slovakia After Its 2004 Presidential Election
German Institute for International Politics and Security
A 7-page commentary on the implications for the E.U. of the electoral success of populist politicians in Slovakia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-05-22
China Ends in Hong Kong: Will Peking Abrogate Self-Government?
German Institute for International Politics and Security
This 4-page commentary considers the intentions of the PRC towards Hong Kong
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-22
Algeria: A Second Term for Bouteflika
Africa Institute of South Africa
An analysis of the 2004 presidential election in Algeria
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-24
Reinvigorating European Elections: The Implications of Electing the European Commission
Royal Institute of International Affairs
An 88-page U.K. pre-election report examining the reasons for low turnout in elections for the European Parliament and proposing reforms to the E.U. and its elections
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-01
Transnational Governance and Legitimacy
Center for Transatlantic, Foreign and Security Policy Studies
A 23-page paper addressing the issue of governance within a global system
Governance & Politics, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2004-06-03
Silencing Dissent: Non-Governmental Organisations and Australian Democracy
Australia Institute
An 80-page discussion paper examining the place of NGO's in Australian democracy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-18
The International Criminal Court: Prospects for the Future
European Policy Centre
Summary of a policy dialogue covering the rationale for creating the ICC, its development, political significance and challenges currently faced
Crime, Law & Order, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-18
A Step Backwards in Serbia
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary on the political situation in Serbia, and how the West can help
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-18
The Road to Democratization in China: A Path to Legitimacy and Modernization
Center for International Private Enterprise
An article tracing the progress of democratization in China to date and looking at future reform possibilities
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-21
Democracy and Human Development in the Broader Middle East
German Marshall Fund of the United States
A 22-page paper synthesising the contributions of an international working group laying out the broad contours of a transatlantic strategy to promote democracy and human development in the broader Middle East
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-06-23
The Treaty Establishing a Constitution for Europe: An Overview
Royal Institute for International Affairs
A 23-page analysis of the Constitutional Treaty for Europe
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-30
The Protocol: Managing Relations with Non-Governmental Organisations
Institute of Public Affairs
A 48-page report examining the relationship between government and NGOs in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-30
The E.U. Constitutional Treaty: The Final Deal
Centre for European Reform
A 2-page briefing note summarizing the key decisions taken on the E.U.'s new constitutional treaty at the June European Council summit
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-02
Europe's Uncertain Pursuit of Middle East Reform
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A 20-page paper outlining the E.U.'s Middle Eastern policy during the 1990s and since 9/11, identifying the distinctive features of the European approach and offering suggestions for strengthening E.U. strategy in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-06
Bolivia's Divisions: Too Deep to Heal?
International Crisis Group
A report describing the current power struggle in Bolivia and its causes, with recommendations for resolving the crisis
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-07
Recommendations for Improving Reliability of Direct Recording Electronic Voting Systems
Brennan Center for Justice
A 14-page series of proposals to meet concerns about the vulnerability of direct recording electronic voting systems in the U.S. to security breaches and malfunctions
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-14
Modernization and Democratization in the Muslim World: Obstacles and Remedies
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 50-page report seeking to explain the issues and interconnections lying behind the Muslim world's modernization and democratization gap
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-15
Can Saudi Arabia Reform Itself?
International Crisis Group
A 40-page study of what Saudi Arabia needs to do to reform successfully
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-15
A Framework for Democratic Party Building
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy
A handbook for democratic party building resulting from an international workshop on the institutional development of political parties
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-16
Serbia's Changing Political Landscape
International Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the implications of the June presidential election in Serbia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-25
Democracy and Constituencies in the Arab World
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A 28-page paper arguing that democratic reform in Arab countries depends on the creation of broad- based political organisations pushing for democracy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-26
Downward Spiral: HIV/AIDS, State Capacity and Political Conflict in Zimbabwe
United States Institute of Peace
A 52-page study tracing the effects of the HIV/AIDS epidemic on the economy and governance of Zimbabwe and concluding with a set of policy recommendations for the international community
Health, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-30
Islamism, Violence and Reform in Algeria: Turning the Page
International Crisis Group
A 38-page analysis focusing on the relationship between Islamic activism and violence and the problems of political reform and democratization in Algeria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-03
Democracy Assistance to Post-Conflict Ethiopia: Building Local Institutions?
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
A 104-page working paper tracing the main political developments in Ethiopia since 1991 and analysing the influence of the international community on civil society and the government sector
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-08-07
New Methodology to Select Projects in Public and Public Utility Service Operations
Nomura Research Institute
An 11-page paper offering two methods of objective project selection
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-09
The Broader Middle East Initiative: Requirements for Success in the Gulf
Center for Contemporary Conflict
An 11-page article examining the Broader Middle East Initiative, considering in particular relalistic goals, key areas for reform and implementation problems
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-09
Political Transition in Kyrgyzstan: Problems and Prospects
International Crisis Group
A 52-page report examining the critical issues at stake in Kyrgyzstan over the coming eighteen months
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-12
Getting to Democracy in Hong Kong
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
An 8-page policy brief examining how the U.S. can best assist the progress of democratization in Hong Kong
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-12
Putin and the "Oligarchs": A Two-Sided Commitment Problem
Royal Institute of International Affairs
A 17-page briefing note tracing and explaining the relationship between Vladimir Putin and the oligarchs
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-13
The Campaign Finance Guide August 2004
Pew Charitable Trusts
An 82-page practical explanation of the new U.S. campaign finance laws governing how money can be spent in federal elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-16
Democracy, Reform and Military Suffocation in Indonesia: A Review Essay
Foreign Policy Research Institute
An essay reviewing the implications of the Indonesian elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-17
Not Worth a Blue Ribbon
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
A 4-page critique of the 9/11 Commission report
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-17
The Philippines Elections 2004: Issues and Implications
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 4-page Australian research note examining the Philippines elections and the challenges facing the new administration
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-08-17
Corruption and Democracy in Australia
Democratic Audit of Australia
Part of an audit to assess Australia's strengths and weaknesses as a democracy, this 82-page study examines the interaction of corruption and democracy in Australia
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2004-08-17
After the Butler Report: Time to take on the Group Think in Washington and London
British-American Security Information Council
A paper criticising the "group think" held to be responsible for "stretching" intelligence prior to the Iraq war and recommending steps to prevent repetition
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-18
Size of Government and Economic Performance: What Does the Evidence Say?
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
A 5-page Canadian paper challenging the assumption that "big government" necessarily inhibits productivity
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-08-18
Georgia's Security Challenges
Center for Strategic and International Studies
The 16-page transcript of an address by Georgia's president covering domestic reforms, regional conflict resolution efforts and Georgia's relationship with Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-19
The 9/11 Commission Report: Strengths and Weaknesses
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 12-page analysis of the 9/11 Commission report, urging caution in implementing all of its recommendations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-19
Ten Consequences of Economic Freedom
National Center for Policy Analysis
A report using "Economic Freedom of the World" data to evaluate the benefits of economic freedom
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-20
Saakashvili's Ajara Success: Repeatable Elsewhere in Georgia?
International Crisis Group
This 16-page report concludes that Saakashvili's current brinkmanship with South Ossetia may not be as successful as his similar stance towards Ajara earlier in 2004
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-20
Update on the 2004 Malawi Elections
Africa Institute of South Africa
A brief report on the outcome of the 2004 presidential and parliamentary elections in Malawi
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-21
Government Initiatives to Develop the U.K. Social Economy
Australian Centre for Co-operative Research and Development
A 25-page Australian paper examing the initiatives taken by the U.K. government to develop the "social economy"
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-08-21
Voter Tracking Software: The Dark Side of Technology and Democracy
Centre for Public Policy
A 27-page critical examination of the use of voter-tracking software in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-23
What Went Wrong in Iraq
Council on Foreign Relations
A 7-page essay analysing U.S. errors in Iraq
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-25
Australian Electronic Governance Conference 2004
Centre for Public Policy
Papers covering a wide range of topics relating to electronic governance, presented at this April 2004 confence in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-31
The Age of Constitutions? Reflecting on the New Faith in Federal Constitutions
National Europe Centre ANU
A 17-page Australian paper examining lessons in constitution-making and questioning whether the faith in constitutions needs qualification
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-31
Barroso's Galacticos? The New European Commission
Centre for European Reform
A 5-page assessment of the new European Commission appointed by E.U. president Barroso
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-13
Election Campaign and Party Financing in Canada
Democratic Audit of Australia
A 10-page paper comparing political party funding in Canada and Australia and interpreting its consequences
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-14
Election 2004: How Democratic are Australia's Elections?
Australian Review of Public Affairs
An 8-page commentary on democratic shortcomings in Australia's electoral system, focusing on the regulation of political finance and government advertising
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-14
Islamists in the Arab World: The Dance Around Democracy
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A 20-page paper arguing that democracy and political Islam are potentially compatible in principle
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-15
Comparing Apples with Mangoes and Durian: Human Rights Systems in Europe and South East Asia
Singapore Institute of International Affairs
A 12-page paper comparing the human rights systems in Europe and South East Asia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-22
Democratization Reforms in Turkey (1993-2004)
Turkish Economic and Social Studies Foundation
A 42-page Turkish study analyzing recent constitutional and other legal reforms in fundamental civil rights and liberties, political rights, the rule of law and civil-military relations
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-22
Saudi Arabia Backgrounder: Who are the Islamists?
International Crisis Group
A 32-page background to Islamist movements in Saudi Arabia, and the need for serious internal reforms if the radical elements are to be defeated
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-22
Observations on the National Strategies Related to Terrorism
U.S. Government Accountability Office
This 19-page congressional testimony addresses U.S. strategies related to Homeland security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-23
Responding to Terrorism: Russia at a Crossroads
American Enterprise Institute
A 5-page U.S. essay on the internal political implications of President Putin's response to the Beslan massacre
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-28
Who Governs the West Bank? Palestinian Administration Under Israeli Occupation
International Crisis Group
A 43-page report on the state of the Palestinian Administration and what is needed to prevent collapse
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-30
ZEI Report August 2004
Center for European Integration Studies
This 8-page issue of a quarterly newsletter features several articles relevant to different aspects of European integration
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-30
The Decline of the Communists
American Enterprise Institute
A 6-page paper reviewing recent developments in the party political system in Russia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-04
Who Are the Progressives in Iraq? The Left, the Right and the Islamists
Foreign Policy in Focus
A 4-page U.S. article examining Iraq's political parties and assessing the possible results of future elections
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-05
Breakdown in the Andes
Council on Foreign Relations
This 5-page article reports the Southern Andes to be on the verge of chaos and urges the U.S. Administration to re-engage with the region
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-07
Indonesia's Quiet Revolution
Council on Foreign Relations
A six page article tracing the recent transformation in Indonesia's political system
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-07
The Future European Commission: The Debate Regarding Leadership, Collegiality and Tasks
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 9-page commentary defines the challenges faced by the incoming European Commission
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-08
Thailand Under Thaksin: Another Malaysia?
Asia Research Centre
A 12-page working paper interpreting recent political developments in Thailand
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-12
Neo-Liberal Globalisation, Conflict and Security: New Life for Authoritarianism in Asia?
Asia Research Centre
This 27-page working paper explores how the U.S.-led advance of neo-liberalism has posed challenges for established economic and political interests in Asia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-12
Libya: Security Is Not Enough
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
An 8-page U.S. policy brief warning that the U.S. needs to take steps to correct the impression that it will forgo its interest in democratization and reform in return for security-related steps and petroleum
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-12
The transformation of South Korean Politics: Implications for U.S.-Korea Relations
Brookings Institution
A 31-page paper tracing the democratisation of Korea, and the implications of the new political situation for U.S.-Korean relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-13