The voter's dilemma and democratic accountability: Latin America and beyond

Introduction : theories of democratic accountability and development in Brazil and Venezuela

The voter's dilemma : collective or clientelistic goods?

Are voters in Brazil and Venezuela opting for policy-based or quid pro quo voting?

Party behavior : policy-based or quid pro quo appeals to voters?

Internal party organization : align individual and collective goals to build a policy reputation or to ensure efficient vote buying?

Legislative organization : governing majority agenda control or mutual veto?

Policy choice : generate sustained growth or maximize quid pro quo?.