Resources: Political Democracy and Reforms (PODER) Studies

Browse our resources covering Studies on Political Democracy and Reforms (PODER) Studies.


Perspectives of the Reform-Minded on the Political Party Reform Legislation
Perspectives of the Reform-Minded on the Political Party Reform Legislation

This paper aims to put together the thinking, discussions and debates of the reform-minded societal groups on the proposed Political Party Reform Bill based on the activities initiated by the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG) with support from the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in the Philippines.

 


It’s the (Non-) System, Stupid! Explaining ‘Mal-development’ of Parties in the Philippines
It’s the (Non-) System, Stupid! Explaining ‘Mal-development’ of Parties in the Philippines

This chapter will search for an aspect of political parties that can explain the mal-development of party politics in the country, and can provide a feasible point of reference for party reform measures.

 


Are Two Better Than One? Revisiting Philippine Bicameralism
Are Two Better Than One? Revisiting Philippine Bicameralism

This paper offers more assurance of legislative oversight in a soft state with a tendency towards heavy-handed presidency.

 


A Case for Serious Political Party Building: Reflections on the Partisan Civil Society Discussion Series
A Case for Serious Political Party Building: Reflections on the Partisan Civil Society Discussion Series

This provides reflection paper on the Partisan Civil Society discussion series, arguing the case for political party building in the Philippines.

 


How to Win an Election: Lessons from the Experts
How to Win an Election: Lessons from the Experts

This latest edition presents updated stories of former Governor Josie dela Cruz of Bulacan, Mayor Jesse Robredo of Naga City and Governor Grace Padaca of Isabela, all of whom have lead successful campaigns in the 2007 elections.

 


Digital Convergence: An Argument for Constitutional Reform
Digital Convergence: An Argument for Constitutional Reform

This paper explains the significance of digital convergence to poor countries. It offers a measure to address the insufficiency of the institutional environment to keep up with the convergence process, to clarify policy ambiguities pertaining to the rules of competition and interconnection.

 


Ways and Means of Moving Forward: A Seminar on Constitutional Change
Ways and Means of Moving Forward: A Seminar on Constitutional Change

This provides full transcription of the high-profile seminar on charter change in 2008.

 

 


The Impact of Restrictions to Ownership in Public Utilities
The Impact of Restrictions to Ownership in Public Utilities

This paper prescribes more practicable ways to avoid difficulties in the operation of public utilities, brought about by constitutional limitations.

 


Is there a Party in the House?
Is there a Party in the House?

This paper on the party list system explains the importance of proportional representation and the nature of the party list as a political party.

 


Islam and the Shari’a in a Proposed Bangsamoro Federal Islamic State
Islam and the Shari’a in a Proposed Bangsamoro Federal Islamic State

This paper argues that Islamic tradition can permit a Bangsamoro Federal Islamic State within a secular democratic system.

 

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