Chapter 9 Flashcards
Why is the ability to influence law making a significant principle in a modern democracy?
people delegate their sovereignty to politicians through elections, and they are accountable to the people. Political participation is another aspect of the chain of accountability
Why are individuals usually not influential in law making?
They lack the resources, mostly money and time
They lack access to key decision makers and policy influencers
They lack organizational support and coordination
Give an example of an individual that was able to influence law making.
Williams cases 2012-2014
s51(xxiiiA)
What are the factors that make an individual successful in being able to influence law making?
The individual has their own resources (Clive Palmer)
The individual is an independent or has a position of power within the Parliament
The individual is persistent (Ronald Williams)
The individual has skills or backing from a powerful pressure group (David Manne)
The individual has a public profile (Antony Green)
What is the biggest factor that gives a party the most influence over Parliamentary law making?
The biggest factor that allows a party the most influence over lawmaking is being able to form government
