In person icon Beyond the Boundaries of Traditional Accounts of Representation

Abstract

Contemporary democracies are witnessing shifts beyond traditional models of political representation, raising questions about the inclusivity and adaptability of representative institutions. This panel explores diverse models of representation, from dual political representation and geographic representation to the role of descriptive representation in fostering local engagement. Papers analyse how mainstream parties have appealed to social groups over time and how political parties engage with citizens abroad. By examining evolving modes of representation, this panel contributes to a deeper understanding of how representative systems can better reflect and respond to the needs of increasingly complex and diverse societies.

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Do They Care About Us? How Parties Engage with Citizens Abroad.	View Paper Details
The More the Merrier? Dual Political Representation and Democratic Attitudes	View Paper Details
Descriptive Representation and Local-Level Political Engagement: Evidence from Breaking the Highest Glass Ceiling in Slovakia	View Paper Details
Geographic Representation	View Paper Details
Social Group Appeals in Western European Mainstream Parties (1960–2023): A Supervised Learning Approach	View Paper Details