Saving American Elections

'Many citizens, politicians, and pundits routinely complain about thehealth of the political system, but few attempt a systematic diagnosis andeven fewer recommend treatments. In this highly readable book, AnthonyGierzynski identifies many of the shortcomings in U.S. politics and offerssome provocative prescriptions to address them.'- Paul S. Herrnson, University of Maryland'For those anxious about the health of American democracy, they cando no better than read Gierzynski’s book, which offers a sane andinformed approach to making our political institutions work better.And like a good doctor, Gierzynski wisely avoids recommending manyof the conventional remedies that might do more harm than good.'- Ray La Raja, University of Massachusetts'Unlike myopic specialists who are prone to treat only a specific partof the body, Dr. Gierzynski offers scholars, students, and laymen aholistic and rich understanding of what ails us and what we can do tomake things better. This is a readable and important book for anyonewho cares about the health of our democracy.'- David T. Z. Mindich, Saint Michael’s College