Description
British Columbia has long been a source of fascination to political
observers. Canadian socialism sank its earliest and deepest roots
there, and it is one of only three provinces where the New Democratic
Party has formed the government. It is one of only two provinces where
Social Credit has governed and the only one in which the party still
commands significant support.
Provincial peculiarities have affected federal politics too --
British Columbia has come closer than any province to effecting a
complete separation of federal and provincial party systems. This book
presents a detailed look at the inhabitants of these two political
worlds. It traces the evolution of the two party systems and analyzes
the behaviour of the voters who participate in them.
Reviews
A fascinating look at the way British Columbians are influenced in their voting by both the parties themselves and the relationship between the federal and provincial wings or groups.
- The Province