Synopses & Reviews
Based on a unique series of surveys conducted during the 1990s, this book examines changes in the social backgrounds, attitudes, beliefs, and political activities of Labor party members. It addresses questions such as: What do Labor party members think of New Labor and its policies? How important are the members to the party? Are they becoming more or less active over time? Can the party dispense with its membership and still remain viable?
About the Author
Patrick Seyd is Professor of Politics at the University of Sheffield.
Paul Whiteley is Professor of Politics, Department of Government, University of Essex.
Table of Contents
Introduction: Party Transformation * The Blair Project: Setting the Context * The Grassroots Members: Who Are They? * The Grassroots: What Do They Believe? * What Do They Do? * Activism and Campaigning in the New Labour Party * What Do the Members Think of the Party and of the Government?