European Union politics
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European Union politics
(Palgrave foundations)
Palgrave Macmillan, 2011
- : hardback
- : pbk
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National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies Library (GRIPS Library)
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 446-461) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This major new text provides an engaging introduction to all aspects of politics and policy in the European Union. The author's lively and student-friendly style brings the subject to life, giving readers a sense of the colour of EU politics and its impact on people's lives. John McCormick examines the history, institutions, processes and policies of the European Union. He analyses where the EU stands in today's world, set in the context of globalization, EU enlargement and Europe's changing role on the world stage. In addition, the book focuses on the mechanisms by which Europeans engage with the EU and reviews public opinion in member states - both about integration itself and a range of broader issues. Each chapter contains a wide range of features to support and reinforce learning: * Photos and descriptions of events, thinkers and political actors * Integrated coverage of theory * Breakdowns of key debates * Chapter summaries and guides to further reading * On-page definitions and clear explanations of key concepts
Table of Contents
Preface Introduction PART I: HISTORY & IDEAS Understanding Integration What is the European Union? Who are the Europeans? Organizing Postwar Europe Building a Single Market Paving the Way to European Union To Lisbon and Beyond The Treaties The Member States PART II: POLITICS & GOVERNANCE The European Commission The Councils The European Parliament The European Court of Justice Specialized Agencies Parties and Interest Groups Elections and Referendums Public Opinion PART III: POLICIES Public Policy in the EU Economic Policy Inside the Euro Zone Managing Resources Cohesion Policy Justice and Home Affairs The EU as a Global Actor The EU and the World Conclusions
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