International election principles : democracy & the rule of law

This book is a practical resource covering standards, rules, and other criteria that apply to elections around the world. The book is designed to help attorneys (and others observing or otherwise participating in the electoral process) understand the general standards and theoretical complexities of the field. Each author presents core principles to explain electoral processes and examines democratic elections in a broader political context. This comprehensive resource will help unite theory and practice.

Human rights - the basis for inclusiveness, transparency, accountability, and public confidence in elections / Patrick Merloe -- Promoting and protecting representative democracy : parity, adequacy, and accountability / Jocelyn Friedrichs Benson -- Democratic norms, structures, and conflict / Daniel R. Ortiz -- Adopting party law / Dr. Kenneth Janda -- Voter registration / Michael Maya, Brenner Allen -- From intent to outcome : balloting and tabulation around the world / Joseph M. Birkenstock, Matthew T. Sanderson -- Early and absentee voting / Mark Braden -- Conduct of election day / Cameron Quinn -- Recounts / John Hardin Young -- Contesting the outcome of elections / Steve Bickerstaff -- Political finance and corrupt practices / Ryan Patrick Phair, Laurel E. Shanks -- Effective, timely, appropriate, and enforceable remedies / Benjamin E. Griffith, Michael S. Carr.