Changing Forms of Federalism and Party Electoral Strategies: Belgium and the European Union

Joanne Bay Brzinski

Publius: The Journal of Federalism, vol. 29, issue 1, 45-70

Abstract: The introduction of federalism to a political system changes the locus of power and offers new incentives to political parties. However, the way in which the new system is introduced influences the strategies of parties under the new federal arrangements. When federalism emerges through decentralization, the process encourages a greater focus on regional interests and regional strategies by parties. When federalism emerges through centralization of authority, parties are encouraged to use a federal strategy, emphasizing common interests and common bonds across regions. Using Belgium and the European Union as examples, this article traces changing party strategies in the wake of institutional change. Copyright , Oxford University Press.

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