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Les relations de mandat dans les systèmes constitutionnels. Approche théorique et application au cas européen

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  • Jean-Michel Josselin
  • Alain Marciano

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In this paper, an agency model is proposed, which allows us not only to compare a unitary state with a federation but also to represent the various forms of federalism. The concept of subsidiarity is used to explain how responsibilities are assigned between the different institutional levels. Then, the theoretical framework is used to investigate the present institutional status of the European union. We show that Europe still hesitates between a confederation and a federation, two types of subsidiarity (lateral or upwards) being respectively applied. Classification JEL : D72, H11, K10

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  • Jean-Michel Josselin & Alain Marciano, 2002. "Les relations de mandat dans les systèmes constitutionnels. Approche théorique et application au cas européen," Revue d'économie politique, Dalloz, vol. 112(6), pages 921-942.
    • Handle: RePEc:cai:repdal:redp_126_0921
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    Keywords

    federalism; subsidiarity; constitutions; agency theory; production of law;
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    • D72 - Microeconomics - - Analysis of Collective Decision-Making - - - Political Processes: Rent-seeking, Lobbying, Elections, Legislatures, and Voting Behavior
    • H11 - Public Economics - - Structure and Scope of Government - - - Structure and Scope of Government
    • K10 - Law and Economics - - Basic Areas of Law - - - General (Constitutional Law)

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