Federalism and Democracy in Latin America

We live in an increasingly federalized world. This fact has generated interest in how federal institutions shape politics, policy—making, and the quality of life of those living in federal systems. In Federalism and Democracy in Latin America, Edward L. Gibson brings together a distinguished group of scholars to examine the Latin American experience with federalism and to advance our theoretical understanding of politics in federal systems.

By means of theoretical essays and case studies, th...