Elections Matter: Ten Federal Elections That Shaped Australia/Frank Bongiorno

Description In a world of fake news and populist politics, elections can seem like theatre. Taking ten examples, this book argues that elections do matter (even when you think they don't). It is not just elections with memorable jingles or triumphant campaigns that can shape the nation. Elections Matter examines how the democratic process could have produced a different country. About the Author Frank Bongiorno is Professor of History at the Australian National University. Benjamin T. Jones is a historian at the Australian National University specialising in republicanism and Australian politics. His work has been disseminated in leading history and education journals and the mainstream media. John Uhr is professor of political science in the School of Politics and International Relations at the Australian National University, where he established the Centre for the Study of Australian Politics.