Mr. Smith Goes to Ottawa: Life in the House of Commons

By David C. Docherty

Book Overview

Compares Canada's 34th (1988-93) and 35th (1993-97) parliaments, questioning why the combination of new parties, members, and agendas in the 35th session did not translate into changes in the Commons. Reveals that most new members, regardless of party affiliation, accepted a limited policy role and

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0774806389
• ISBN13: 9780774806381
• Release Date: September 1997
• Publisher: University of British Columbia Press
• Length: 320 Pages