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The Länder and German federalism / Arthur B. Gunlicks
(Issues in German politics)

Material Type E-Book
Publisher Manchester, UK : Manchester University Press
Year 2010
Language English
Size 1 online resource (409 pages) : maps, figures, tables (black and white)

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URL E-Book 電子ブック(EBSCO: eBook Open Access Collection)
EB2202963
9781526120670

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Notes This book provides a detailed introduction to how the Länder (the sixteen states of Germany) function not only within the country itself but also within the wider context of European political affairs. Some knowledge of the role of the Länder is essential to an understanding of the political system as well as of German federalism. This book traces the origin of the Länder. It looks at their place in the constitutional order of the country and the political and administrative system. Their organization and administration are fully covered, as is their financing. Parties and elections in the Länder and the controversial roles of parliaments and deputies are also examined. Because of their role in the Bundesrat, the second legislative chamber, the Länder are clearly an important part of the national legislative process. They participate in policy-making with regard to the European Union, and have limited influence on Germany's foreign affairs outside of Europe. This is the first English language book that considers the Länder in this depth
Includes bibliographical references and index
Originally published: 2003
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Authors *Gunlicks, Arthur B., 1936-
Subjects LCSH:Federal government -- Germany  All Subject Search
FREE:Federal government
FREE:Politics and government
LCSH:Germany -- 1990- -- Politics and government  All Subject Search
FREE:Germany
BSH:Electronic books
FREE:Since 1990
Classification DC22:320.44309049
ID ED00004146
ISBN 9781526120670

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