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Smith, Daniel M., 1982-

Dynasties and democracy : the inherited incumbency advantage in Japan / Daniel M. Smith. - Califonia Stanford University Press 2018 - 24 cm. xviii, 359 pages ; - Studies of the Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center . - Studies of the Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center. .

Includes bibliographical references (pages 319-342) and index.

Introduction : dynasties in democracies -- Putting Japan into comparative perspective -- A comparative theory of dynastic candidate selection -- Selection : from family business to party priority -- Election : the inherited incumbency advantage -- Promotion : dynastic dominance in the cabinet -- The consequences of dynastic politics for representation -- Conclusion : family fiefdoms and party politics.

ISBN: 9781503605053

LCCN: 2017050717

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Politicians--Family relationships--Japan.
Families--Political aspects--Japan.
Incumbency (Public officers)--Japan.
Political parties--Japan.
Democracy--Japan.

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Japan--Politics and government--1945-

LC Class. No.: JQ1681 / .S6895 2018

Dewey Class. No.: 328.52/073