Full Description
A major new introduction to women's political involvement and role in the liberal democratic world drawing examples from a wide range of countries. Stevens assesses women's participation and representation in government, parliaments and at the grassroots. The cental focus throughout is on the issue of whether and how gender makes a difference.
Contents
The Social and Economic Status of Women
Women as Citizens
Women as Voters
The Representation of Women
Strategies for Increasing Representation by Women
Women and Positions of Power
Feminism, Participation and Activism
Do Women Make a Difference?: Political Theory and Political Practice
Women's Policy: The Case of Equal Employment Policy
Conclusion.
