The growth of the initiative process leapfrogs all those messy Madisonian checks and balances. Measures that wouldn't stand a chance in a state legislature can become law overnight. This excellent collection of essays and responses by both academics and practitioners will help us all better understand the dangers of direct democracy.

Robert F. Chase, president, National Education Association

Provides an excellent survey of the issues surrounding ballot initiatives and associated calls for reform. Particularly laudable are extensive citations to the burgeoning academic literature on initiative process and its political consequences found throughout the book. The book is an excellent starting point for anyone wishing to learn more about the workings of the initiative process and the pros and cons of proposed initiative reforms.

Public Choice

A collection of contributions from the good and great in the area...

Political Studies Review

This is an important discussion of a topic increasingly prominent on the political agenda-are expensive initiative campaigns compatible with our system of representative government?

David S. Broder, Washington Post