Táto séria sa ponorila do hlbín domácej politiky naprieč národmi a odhaľuje vzorce a rozdiely, ktoré formujú svet, v ktorom žijeme. Skúma kľúčové politické javy z rôznych uhlov pohľadu a podporuje kritický dialóg medzi odlišnými teoretickými prístupmi. Cieľom je poskytnúť čitateľom komplexné pochopenie globálnych politických krajín. Každý zväzok prispieva k rozsiahlejšej debate o tom, ako sa štáty líšia a ako spolu súvisia.
The book explores the shift in Latin America's political landscape, emphasizing how a new political economy of consumption has emerged, overshadowing the traditional focus on labor and class dynamics. Baker analyzes this transformation, highlighting its implications for social structures and economic policies in the region. Through this lens, the author examines the changing roles of consumers and the impact on political power and identity in contemporary Latin America.
Utilizing original data from China's National People's Congress, the book offers a critical examination of representation and authoritarianism within the political system. It challenges conventional beliefs and provides new insights into the dynamics of governance in China, highlighting the complexities of political representation in an authoritarian context.
Exploring the impact of institutional instability, this study delves into how it influences judicial behavior in both dictatorial and democratic regimes. It examines the dynamics of legal systems and the varying responses of judges, shedding light on the broader implications for governance and rule of law in different political contexts. Through detailed analysis, the book reveals the complexities of judicial decision-making amid shifting political landscapes.
The book explores the dynamics of Hindu-Muslim riots in India, revealing how state governments influence their occurrence based on electoral interests. It argues that riots can be strategically manipulated to sway elections, with some governments actively preventing violence while others may incite it for political gain. Utilizing a comprehensive dataset and case studies of various Indian states, the author examines the intricate relationship between political calculations and communal violence, shedding light on the underlying motivations behind these conflicts.
The book explores the dynamics of individualistic versus collective representation in democratic systems, focusing on the influence of legislative party unity. It delves into how these factors interact to shape political behavior and representation, providing insights into the complexities of governance and the role of political parties in fostering or hindering democratic ideals.
Clientelism and ethnic favoritism appear to go hand in hand in many diverse
societies in the developing world. However, while some ethnic communities
receive generous material rewards for their political support, others receive
very modest payoffs. In this study the author examines this key, and often
overlooked, component of clientelism.
This book will interest scholars of China, authoritarian regimes, political
control and repression, civil society, protest, and local governance. It shows
how the Chinese state uses local civil society groups as hidden but effective
tools of informal control to suppress dissent and implement far-reaching
policies.
The book delves into the relationship between societal structures and the types of colonialism they experience, examining how these factors influence the economic prosperity and social well-being of nations. It analyzes the historical and cultural contexts that shape these dynamics, providing insights into the varying impacts of colonialism on different societies. Through this exploration, the author seeks to uncover the underlying reasons for disparities in development and quality of life across countries.
The book analyzes the successes and failures of economic policies implemented by social democratic governments, offering detailed explanations for the outcomes of these policies. It delves into the historical context and theoretical frameworks that shaped these decisions, providing insights into the effectiveness and challenges faced by such governments in managing economies. Through a critical lens, it examines the implications of these policies on social welfare and economic stability.
This book provides an in-depth examination of revolutionary terrorism in wealthy nations, exploring its origins, motivations, and impacts. It analyzes key events and movements, offering insights into the social and political contexts that foster such violence. By delving into case studies and theoretical frameworks, the author highlights the complexities of terrorism in affluent societies, making it a crucial resource for understanding contemporary global issues related to security and ideology.
The book explores the significant electoral reforms that transformed democratic practices across various European countries in the nineteenth century. It examines the historical context and the impact of these changes on political participation and governance, highlighting the shift towards more inclusive electoral processes. Through detailed analysis, it sheds light on the challenges and successes faced during this pivotal period in European history.
Challenging the belief that natural resource wealth leads to autocracy, this book presents a nuanced exploration of the relationship between resource abundance and governance. It offers compelling arguments and case studies that reveal how resource wealth can also foster democratic practices and accountability. By examining various political contexts, the author uncovers the complexities of how resources can influence power dynamics, ultimately reshaping our understanding of democracy and authoritarianism in resource-rich nations.
The book explores the dynamics of political actors reshaping rules, specifically within the context of European Union integration. Joseph Jupille argues that the EU operates under a more complex framework of governance than commonly perceived, highlighting the significance of rules in political interactions. His analysis offers a comprehensive understanding of how these rules influence political behavior and decision-making within the EU, challenging traditional views and contributing to the broader discourse on political structures.
Political regionalism in Africa is the central theme, exploring its impact on governance, democracy, and development. The study is framed within broader theories of political development in agrarian societies and includes case studies from Senegal, Ghana, and Côte d'Ivoire, spanning from 1930 to the present. It offers valuable insights for those interested in comparative politics, regionalism, federalism, and ethnic dynamics within the African context.
The book explores the complexities of fiscal discipline in federations, examining how varying degrees of tax autonomy and government control affect financial stability. It highlights the challenges faced by central governments in committing to non-bailout policies for subnational entities, particularly in nations like Brazil and Germany, where neither market discipline nor centralized control is fully achievable. Through a blend of theoretical insights, quantitative analysis, and case studies, it sheds light on the diverse experiences of countries regarding subnational fiscal management.
Focusing on contemporary Latin America, the book presents a compelling argument that the centralization of power within the executive branch leads to instability among presidents, legislatures, and courts. It explores the implications of this concentration on governance and the balance of power, providing insights into the challenges faced by political institutions in the region.
Challenging the common belief that wealth from natural resources leads to autocracy, this book presents a compelling argument that explores the complex relationship between resource abundance and political systems. It delves into case studies and historical contexts to reveal how resource wealth can also foster democratic governance and social progress, providing fresh insights into the dynamics of political power and economic development.
The book investigates the persistence of mass political loyalties during significant social and economic changes, focusing on Hungary's transition from communism. It reveals how Churches played a crucial role in maintaining right-wing party allegiances despite communist oppression. Local clergymen employed creative strategies to protect church institutions, which helped shield their followers from socialist influences. This dynamic facilitated a continuity of political identity from the pre-communist era to the post-communist landscape, highlighting the complex interplay between religion and politics.
Exploring the dynamics of labor unions during the economic crises of the 1990s, this book delves into the reasons behind their resistance and eventual submission. It examines the challenges unions faced, including economic pressures and political shifts, while highlighting key events and decisions that shaped their strategies. Through detailed analysis, the author sheds light on the complexities of union responses to adversity, offering insights into the broader implications for labor rights and economic policy during a turbulent decade.
Focusing on interim governments, this book explores their role in facilitating democratic regime changes globally throughout the twentieth century. It analyzes various case studies, highlighting the complexities and challenges these temporary administrations face while shaping political transitions. By examining the impact of interim governance, the text sheds light on the broader implications for democracy and stability in diverse political contexts.
A bold re-interpretation of democracy's historical rise in Europe, Ziblatt
highlights the surprising role of conservative political parties with sweeping
implications for democracy today.
In sub-Saharan Africa, property relationships around land and access to
natural resources vary across localities, districts and farming regions. These
differences produce patterned variations in relationships between individuals,
communities and the state. This book analyzes the politics of land and the use
of natural resources in Africa.
Utilizing game theory, Carles Boix presents a comprehensive theory of political transitions, emphasizing the influence of economic asset distribution and social power dynamics on political regimes. Through thorough historical research and statistical analysis, the work explores the emergence of democracy in classical Athens and its early successes in agrarian Norway, Switzerland, and northeastern America, while also examining its failures in regions dominated by a powerful landowning class.
The book explores the behavior of governing parties in post-communist democracies, focusing on their dual role in state reconstruction and resource extraction. It reveals how these parties, while exploiting state resources and delaying oversight, also established new institutions that enabled further extraction. Through case studies from several countries, the author demonstrates that even opportunistic parties can constrain their corrupt practices when confronted with robust political competition, offering insights into the dynamics of party politics in transitional states.
Based on a series of controlled comparisons among regimes and states, Valerie Bunce's book argues that two factors account for the remarkable collapse of the socialist dictatorships in Europe from 1989-1992: the institutional design of socialism as a regime, a state and a bloc, and the rapid expansion during the 1980s of opportunities for domestic and international change. Together, these two factors explain not just why socialist regimes and states ended, but also why the process was peaceful in some cases and violent in others. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. The collapse of socialism and socialist states; 2. Domestic socialism: monopoly and deregulation; 3. Federalism and the Soviet Bloc: monopoly and deregulation; 4. Leaving socialism; 5. Leaving the state; 6. Violent versus peaceful state dismemberment; 7. Institutions and opportunities: constructing and deconstructing regimes and states.
The focus is on the evolution of Latin America and Africa as they navigate significant political and economic crises. The book analyzes the unique challenges each region faces and explores the historical and contemporary factors influencing their development. It offers insights into the resilience and strategies employed by these regions in response to adversity, making it a critical resource for understanding their complex trajectories.
Focusing on the processes of democratization and de-democratization, this 2005 work offers a crucial foundation for understanding the complexities of political transitions. It delves into the factors influencing these shifts, providing insights into historical contexts and contemporary implications. The book serves as a vital resource for scholars and students interested in political science and the dynamics of governance.
Political decentralization is often hailed as a means to enhance governance and economic outcomes by bringing government closer to citizens and fostering local engagement. However, this book critically analyzes the foundational arguments supporting this belief, employing logical analysis and formal modeling. Through various examples and a review of empirical studies, it reveals that many claims about decentralization rely on vague intuitions and lack robust evidence, leading to inconclusive and conflicting findings in practice.
Introduction: party system change in the neoliberal era; Part I. Explaining
Regional Patterns: 2. Partisanship and the puzzle of party system stability;
3. Critical junctures and party system change; 4. Antecedent conditions: party
system differentiation in twentieth-century Latin America; 5. Neoliberal
critical junctures and party system stability; 6. Programmatic (de-)alignment
and party system stability in the aftermath period; Part II. National
Experiences in Comparative Perspective: 7. Critical junctures in elitist party
systems; 8. Critical junctures in labor-mobilizing party systems; 9.
Aftermath: reactive sequences and institutional legacies; 10. Conclusion:
political legacies and the crisis of representation; Appendix: election
results in Latin America.
Exploring the relationship between democracy and state repression, this book delves into whether democratic governance leads to a decrease in oppressive actions by the state. It analyzes various political contexts and historical examples to understand how democratic institutions and practices might influence state behavior towards its citizens, ultimately questioning the effectiveness of democracy in promoting human rights and reducing authoritarian measures.
The book explores the evolution of European economies from post-World War II Keynesian policies and welfare state development to the deregulation crisis of the 1980s. The author contends that social and political institutions continue to play a crucial role in shaping economic activities, leading to a new 'micro-social' regulation model. It examines the transition from macro to micro forms of economic regulation, detailing the conditions and characteristics of this emerging pattern in response to changing market dynamics.
State crackdowns on drug cartels often backfire, producing entrenched 'cartel-
state conflict'; deterrence approaches have curbed violence but proven
fragile. This book explains why.
The book explores the shift in Latin America's political landscape, emphasizing the emergence of a political economy centered on consumption rather than the traditional focus on labor and class dynamics. Baker analyzes how this transformation affects social structures and economic policies, shedding light on the implications for both consumers and the broader society. Through this lens, the work offers insights into contemporary issues of identity, power, and economic behavior in the region.
Milan Svolik explores two fundamental conflicts that shape the politics of
dictatorships: the problems of authoritarian control and authoritarian power-
sharing.
Focusing on the evolution of voting behavior, Daniele Caramani examines the shift from regional diversity to national homogeneity in politics from the mid-nineteenth century to today. Utilizing constituency-level data, he illustrates how national and industrial revolutions fostered a uniform political landscape, supplanting preindustrial territorial influences. His analysis, structured around party families, explains the varying degrees of homogeneity observed in different countries today, highlighting the historical context behind these transformations.
This book addresses the long-standing puzzle of how China's private sector
manages to grow without secure property rights. Drawing on rich empirical
evidence, this book challenges existing theories of property rights and
growth, and shows that a selective property rights regime can generate and
sustain economic growth and political stability.
The book explores how electoral competition and partisan governance effectively navigate the tensions between voters' interests and the financial constraints posed by limited capital. It delves into the dynamics of political strategy and the importance of balancing diverse stakeholder demands in the context of economic challenges. Through this examination, it highlights the mechanisms that allow for responsive governance amidst fiscal limitations.
The book explores the relationship between democracy and state repression, analyzing data from 137 countries between 1976 and 1996. It reveals that while certain democratic elements, like electoral participation, significantly reduce human rights violations, the impact varies across different types of repression. Personal integrity violations see greater decreases compared to civil liberties restrictions. Additionally, the findings suggest that democracy's positive effects on repression can be undermined by political conflict, challenging existing perceptions of democratic peace and repression dynamics.
Exploring the stability of political systems, this book delves into the factors contributing to the fragility of presidential democracies compared to their parliamentary counterparts. It analyzes the structural and institutional differences that may lead to higher rates of breakdown in presidential systems, offering insights into governance, accountability, and the implications for democratic resilience. Through a critical examination of various case studies, it aims to enhance understanding of political stability and the challenges faced by different democratic frameworks.
Challenging the conventional perception that war zones are chaotic and
anarchic, this study analyzes rebel institutions, social order and civilian-
combatant relations in the Colombian civil war. The results of extensive
fieldwork shed light on how war transforms communities, patterns of local
governance, non-violent resistance, state building, and political order.
By utilizing archival sources, the book explores the factors that contributed to the emergence and eventual downfall of the Soviet state. It delves into the political, social, and economic dynamics that shaped this significant historical period, offering insights into the complexities of Soviet governance and the reasons behind its disintegration.
Gehlbach explores the often misunderstood dynamics between politicians and organized interests, offering a fresh perspective that challenges established beliefs. By examining the intricacies of their interactions, he reveals how these relationships can influence political outcomes and policymaking. The book delves into the motivations and strategies of both politicians and interest groups, providing insights that could reshape the understanding of political influence and governance.
The rules governing hostile takeovers have been fiercely contested since the
1990s, but such struggles rarely took place in parliaments. This book studies
these political battles in four countries - France, Germany, Japan and the
Netherlands.
Comparative Politics: Rationality, Culture, and Structure brings together leading political scientists to assess the research schools that direct scholarship in comparative politics. It examines rational choice theory, culturalist analysis, and structuralist approaches, by applying them to the study of electoral politics, social movements and revolutions, political economy and the state. The essays return analysis to basic questions concerning the development of theory and the nature of explanations. The contributors are established scholars and pioneers in the various subfields of comparative politics.
Why Bother? offers and tests a new theory about participation in politics and,
in particular, why people vote and join protests. This book will appeal to
students and scholars in political science, sociology, and social psychology
and to members of the public who want to understand trends in political
participation.
Focusing on the political landscape of Latin America, this book explores the rising trend of instability across the region. It delves into the historical, social, and economic factors contributing to this phenomenon, providing a comprehensive analysis of the challenges faced by various nations. Through case studies and expert insights, it examines the implications of political turmoil and the potential paths toward stability, making it a crucial resource for understanding contemporary Latin American politics.
This book explores the reasons behind conflicts between immigrants and native populations, as well as tensions involving state actors in certain areas. It delves into the complex dynamics that contribute to these clashes.
The book explores the contrasting relationships between government and economy in the United States, Germany, and Japan, focusing on their labor policies during the 1980s. Through collaborative research, it examines how each nation's social organization and policy-making processes shape their labor domains, highlighting the unique approaches taken by these powerful free market societies. The findings provide insights into the effectiveness and implications of different national strategies in managing labor relations.
Given the increased openness of countries to international trade and financial flows, the general public and the scholarly literature have grown skeptical about the capacity of policy-makers to affect economic performance. Challenging this view, Political Parties, Growth, and Equality shows that the increasingly interdependent world economy and recent technological shocks have actually exacerbated the dilemmas faced by governments in choosing among various policy objectives, such as generating jobs and reducing income inequality, thereby granting political parties and electoral politics a fundamental and growing role in the economy. To make growth and equality compatible, social democrats employ the public sector to raise the productivity of capital and labor. By contrast, conservatives rely on the private provision of investment. Based on analysis of the economic policies of all OECD countries since the 1960s and in-depth examination of Britain and Spain in the 1980s, this book offers a new understanding of how contemporary democracies work.
Focusing on various countries and historical contexts, the book offers a unique analysis of market reforms across the industrialized world. It delves into different policy areas, providing insights into the factors driving these changes and their implications for economies. Through a comprehensive examination, it seeks to enhance understanding of the dynamics behind market transformation in diverse settings.
The narrative delves into Hungary's historical transformation from pre-communism to the post-communist era, utilizing archival resources and a unique election database. It examines the political, social, and economic changes that shaped the nation's identity and governance during this pivotal period. Through detailed analysis, the book offers insights into the dynamics of Hungarian society and the impact of historical events on contemporary politics.
This book argues that Latin America has a distinctive, enduring form of hierarchical capitalism characterized by multinational corporations, diversified business groups, low skills and segmented labor markets. Over time, institutional complementarities knit features of corporate governance and labor markets together and thus contribute to institutional resiliency. Political systems generally favored elites and insiders who further reinforced existing institutions and complementarities. Hierarchical capitalism has not promoted rising productivity, good jobs or equitable development, and the efficacy of development strategies to promote these outcomes depends on tackling negative institutional complementarities. This book is intended to open a new debate on the nature of capitalism in Latin America and link that discussion to related research on comparative capitalism in other parts of the world. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part I. Theory and Frame: 1. Hierarchical capitalism in Latin America; 2. Comparing capitalisms: liberal, coordinated, network, and hierarchical; Part II. Business, Labor, and Institutional Complementarities: 3. Corporate governance and diversified business groups: adaptable giants; 4. Corporate governance and MNCs: how ownership still matters; 5. Labor: atomized relations and segmented markets; 6. Education, training, and the low skill trap; Part III. Politics, Policy, and Development Strategy: 7. Business group politics: institutional bias and business preferences; 8. Twenty-first-century variations: divergence and possible escape trajectories; 9. Concluding considerations on institutional origins and change.
Brokers, Voters, and Clientelism addresses major questions in distributive politics. Why is it acceptable for parties to try to win elections by promising to make certain groups of people better off, but unacceptable - and illegal - to pay people for their votes? Why do parties often lavish benefits on loyal voters, whose support they can count on anyway, rather than on responsive swing voters? Why is vote buying and machine politics common in today's developing democracies but a thing of the past in most of today's advanced democracies? This book develops a theory of broker-mediated distribution to answer these questions, testing the theory with research from four developing democracies, and reviews a rich secondary literature on countries in all world regions. The authors deploy normative theory to evaluate whether clientelism, pork-barrel politics, and other non-programmatic distributive strategies can be justified on the grounds that they promote efficiency, redistribution, or voter participation.
Sidney Tarrow charts the rise, dynamics, and decline of social movements as
part of political struggle and asks how they advance or regress democracy.
This fully updated edition includes new material on the Capitol attack, the
growth of populism around the world, and the role of social media.
Focusing on the political and economic crises faced by Latin America and Africa, this book explores their developmental trajectories. It analyzes how historical contexts and contemporary challenges have shaped the regions' responses to adversity, highlighting key events and trends that influence their growth and resilience. Through in-depth examination, the text offers insights into the complexities of development in these diverse regions.
Exploring the impact of institutional instability, this study examines how it influences judicial behavior in both dictatorial and democratic regimes. The analysis delves into the varying responses of judicial systems to political pressures and the implications for rule of law and governance. Through comparative insights, the book sheds light on the complexities faced by judges in differing political contexts, offering a critical understanding of the intersection between judicial independence and political instability.
Focusing on the relationship between institutions and trust, this book presents a rationalist theory that examines how institutional frameworks influence levels of trust within societies. It delves into the implications of this theory for understanding comparative political economy, offering insights into the interplay between governance structures and economic behavior.
This book presents empirical research on the nature and structure of political violence. While most studies of social movements focus on single-nation studies, Donatella della Porta uses a comparative research design to analyze movements in two countries--Italy and Germany--from the 1960s to the 1990s. Through extensive use of official documents and in-depth interviews, della Porta is able to explain the actors' construction of external political reality, and to build a theory on political violence that synthesizes the various interactions among political actors.
In this book, M. Steven Fish explores why democracy has not succeeded in Russia post-Soviet Union. He identifies three main causes: heavy reliance on oil, insufficient economic liberalization, and a weak national legislature, challenging other explanations tied to history or political culture.
The Political Construction of Business Interests recounts employers' struggles
to define their collective social identities at turning points in capitalist
development.
This book examines how electoral systems impact the influence of societal interests on legislation and regulation. It argues that majoritarian systems empower consumers over producers, evidenced by a ten percent reduction in real prices. The authors analyze these effects across various countries and discuss the broader welfare implications of electoral design.
Focusing on the electoral strategies of social democratic parties in Europe during the 1970s and 1980s, the book delves into how competitive dynamics, organizational constraints, and ideological legacies shape party choices and outcomes. Herbert Kitschelt argues that social democracy is not inevitably in decline; rather, its future success hinges on the ability to adapt its political messaging and forge new electoral coalitions. This analysis moves beyond traditional views centered on class and economic institutions, offering a fresh perspective on political strategy.
Examining the interplay between state power and economic development, this study highlights how governance in Africa, particularly in Senegal, has stifled growth. It delves into the mechanisms of state control and their impact on economic policies, offering insights into the broader implications for the continent's development. Through this focused analysis, the book provides a critical understanding of the challenges faced by African nations in achieving sustainable economic progress.
Exploring the intersection of partisanship and electoral politics, this book examines how these factors influence policy selection aimed at fostering growth and enhancing competitiveness. It delves into the dynamics of political decision-making and the implications for economic strategies, offering insights into the motivations behind policy choices in various political contexts.
This book, first published in 2005, is based on the key idea that social
protection, both inside and outside the state, can be understood as protection
of specific investments in human capital. It offers a systematic explanation
of popular preferences for redistributive spending, the economic role of
political parties and electoral systems, and labor market stratification.
Focusing on the evolution of socialism and working-class politics, the author conducts a thorough analysis of thirteen socialist movements in Western Europe from the 1880s to the 1980s. By exploring social contexts, organizational frameworks, and political changes, he illustrates how social conflicts were organized into opposition and examines the varying success of these movements in mobilizing support. The comparative framework he provides helps to evaluate the diverse factors influencing each socialist experience, enriching the understanding of their historical significance.
The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the post-Soviet wars and their resolutions through a blend of quantitative and qualitative research methods. It challenges conventional narratives, providing a fresh perspective on the complexities of these conflicts and the processes that led to their settlements. By integrating diverse methodologies, it aims to deepen the understanding of the geopolitical and social dynamics at play in the post-Soviet landscape.
The book offers a comprehensive analysis of welfare states during challenging periods, emphasizing the interplay between policy feedbacks and political institutions. Pierson's insights provide a valuable framework for understanding how these factors influence each other, making it a significant contribution to comparative policy research. This study is poised to serve as a benchmark for future investigations in the field.
How were reforms that aimed to reduce electoral intimidation adopted? This
book provides a micro-historical analysis of the adoption of reforms
protecting voter autonomy. It shows that changes in district-level economic
and political conditions led to the formation of an encompassing political
coalition supporting these electoral reforms.
Offering a fresh perspective on land reform, this book introduces a new theoretical framework and rigorously tests it with comprehensive original data spanning over a century, starting from 1900. It delves into the historical context and implications of land reform policies, providing valuable insights for scholars and policymakers alike.
Focusing on primary source evidence from militia groups, the analysis reveals the key motivations and influences shaping the development of armed groups after the war. It delves into the complexities of their evolution, offering insights into the factors that drive their actions and decisions in a post-conflict landscape.
This review of the accomplishments and future agendas of comparative historical research in the social sciences explores its strengths in explaining important worldwide outcomes (e.g., revolutions, social provision, democracy). It includes sections on substantive research accomplishments, methodology, and theory, and features essays by some of the most important political scientists and sociologists currently working.
How and why do armed rebellions start? This study offers a rare look into the
incipient stages of rebellion, arguing that only rebel groups controlling
local rumor networks survive and become viable challengers to governments. It
is a valuable resource for both scholars and policymakers of political
science.
The series focuses on comparative research to elucidate significant cross-national political phenomena. It aims to foster critical dialogue among various theoretical approaches, with a particular emphasis on domestic institutions. Contributions will explore the interplay of historical structures, individual or organizational choices, and strategic interactions in shaping political actions and outcomes, promoting a comprehensive understanding of comparative politics.
Despite the rapid urbanization of African societies, the socio-economic
changes associated with urbanization are not having the political effects that
many expected. This book contributes to understanding African urbanization,
political behavior, and the ability of developing societies to transition away
from clientelism.
