How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

Political scholar and avid campaign watcher Christian P. Potholm brings to bear his considerable experience as a political consultant, and his intricate understanding of campaign strategy, in his careful analysis of Maine citizen referenda. In Maine, controversial decisions are often presented directly to voters, so the citizens can decide. Potholm looks at the campaigns from past referenda, delving into the lobbying and manipulation from both sides of each issue. He breaks down tactics and reveals why key votes were either won or lost. It is a fascinating look at this key element of Maine's political system.

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How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

Political scholar and avid campaign watcher Christian P. Potholm brings to bear his considerable experience as a political consultant, and his intricate understanding of campaign strategy, in his careful analysis of Maine citizen referenda. In Maine, controversial decisions are often presented directly to voters, so the citizens can decide. Potholm looks at the campaigns from past referenda, delving into the lobbying and manipulation from both sides of each issue. He breaks down tactics and reveals why key votes were either won or lost. It is a fascinating look at this key element of Maine's political system.

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How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

by Christian P. Potholm
How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

How Maine Decides: An Insider's Guide to How Ballot Measures Are Won and Lost

by Christian P. Potholm

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Political scholar and avid campaign watcher Christian P. Potholm brings to bear his considerable experience as a political consultant, and his intricate understanding of campaign strategy, in his careful analysis of Maine citizen referenda. In Maine, controversial decisions are often presented directly to voters, so the citizens can decide. Potholm looks at the campaigns from past referenda, delving into the lobbying and manipulation from both sides of each issue. He breaks down tactics and reveals why key votes were either won or lost. It is a fascinating look at this key element of Maine's political system.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781684752072
Publisher: Down East Books
Publication date: 05/15/2024
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 234
File size: 463 KB

About the Author

Christian P. Potholm, professor of political science at Bowdoin College and a leading expert on Maine politics, is the author of This Splendid Game: Maine Campaigns and Elections, 1940-2002. He resides in Harpswell, Maine.

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