Full Idea
An important tension in Mandate Representation seemingly requires politicians to both uphold their electoral promises and promote the interests of their constituents. These can conflict, with changed circumstances or information.
Gist of Idea
In a changed situation a Mandated Representative can't keep promises and fight for constituents
Source
Andrew Shorten (Contemporary Political Theory [2016], 04 Box 4.1)
Book Reference
Shorten,Andrew: 'Contemporary Political Theory' [Palgrave 2016], p.81
A Reaction
So be careful what you promise, and don't take on a party loyalty that conflicts with your constituents' interests. Easy.
Related Idea
Idea 21126 Representative should be either obedient, or sensible, or typical [Shorten]