Audacious Reforms
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Converging Social Justice Issues And Movements
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Author : Tsegaye Moreda
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2020-05-21
Converging Social Justice Issues And Movements written by Tsegaye Moreda and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-21 with Nature categories.
Converging Social Justice Issues and Movements argues that multiple contemporary converging crises have significantly altered the context for and object of political contestations around agrarian, climate, environmental and food justice issues. This shift affects alliances, collaboration and conflict among and between state and social forces, as well as within and between social movements. The actual implications and mechanisms by which these changes are happening are, to a large extent, empirical questions that need careful investigation. The majority of the discussions in this volume are dedicated to the issue of responses to the crises both by capitalist forces and those adversely affected by the crises, and the implications of these for academic research and political activist work. Interdisciplinary in nature, Converging Social Justice Issues and Movements will be of great use to scholars of agrarian politics, as well as climate and environmental justice studies. The chapters were originally published as a special issue in Third World Quarterly.
From Patriarchy To Empowerment
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Author : Valentine Moghadam
language : en
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
Release Date : 2007-06-18
From Patriarchy To Empowerment written by Valentine Moghadam and has been published by Syracuse University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-06-18 with Social Science categories.
This rich anthology offers twenty studies on instances of emerging social justice and women’s empowerment in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. These areas are home to huge populations where women’s rights have withered under patriarchal rule, and many are beset by civic unrest. The book shows how changes are occurring as flood tides of capital, people, and information erode entrenched gender regimes, giving birth to energetic and forward-thinking women’s movements. Highly original, conceptually sophisticated, and imminently readable, this book illustrates how local women are transforming their collective fates by questioning their status, forming alliances, demanding full participation in economic development and the political process, and mining opportunities afforded by globalization.
The Red Enigma
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date : 2025-07-11
The Red Enigma written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-07-11 with History categories.
In the enigmatic world of Soviet politics, power struggles, and ideological conflicts shaped the destiny of nations. Journey into the heart of the Kremlin, where decisions that reshaped the world were made. Discover the intricate dance of power, deceit, and intrigue that unfolded behind the Iron Curtain. **The Red Enigma** is a captivating exploration of the Soviet Union, from its humble origins as a fledgling state to its ultimate collapse in 1991. Through the lens of its leaders, from Khrushchev to Brezhnev, and Gorbachev, we delve into the inner sanctum of the Soviet regime, laying bare the machinations of power and the human drama that unfolded within its walls. This book is not merely a history lesson; it is a journey through time, a voyage of discovery into the complexities of human nature and the limits of ideology. We examine the Soviet Union's rise and fall, its achievements and failures, its impact on the world stage, and the lessons we can learn from its tumultuous past. **The Red Enigma** is more than just a book; it is an experience, an immersion into a world that no longer exists, a world of spies, dissidents, and nuclear brinkmanship. It is a story of power, betrayal, and transformation, a tale that will stay with you long after you finish reading the final page. **Key Features:** * **Comprehensive and Engaging:** This book delves into the intricacies of Soviet politics, providing a thorough and engaging narrative that keeps readers captivated. * **Expert Analysis:** Drawing from extensive research and analysis, the book offers unique insights into the Soviet era, its leaders, and its impact on the world. * **Historical Context:** The book places the Soviet Union's rise and fall within a broader historical context, helping readers understand the forces that shaped this enigmatic empire. * **Relevant and Timely:** The book's exploration of power, ideology, and human nature remains relevant and timely in today's complex geopolitical landscape. **The Red Enigma** is an indispensable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike, offering a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of a chapter in history that continues to shape our world today. If you like this book, write a review!
Rethinking Party Systems In The Third Wave Of Democratization
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Author : Scott Mainwaring
language : en
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Release Date : 1999
Rethinking Party Systems In The Third Wave Of Democratization written by Scott Mainwaring and has been published by Stanford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Political Science categories.
Based on an in-depth examination of the Brazillian case, this book argues that we need to rethink important theoretical issues and empirical realities of party systems in the third wave of democratization.
The Politics Of Market Reform In Fragile Democracies
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Author : Kurt Weyland
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2021-01-12
The Politics Of Market Reform In Fragile Democracies written by Kurt Weyland and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-01-12 with Political Science categories.
This book takes a powerful new approach to a question central to comparative politics and economics: Why do some leaders of fragile democracies attain political success--culminating in reelection victories--when pursuing drastic, painful economic reforms while others see their political careers implode? Kurt Weyland examines, in particular, the surprising willingness of presidents in four Latin American countries to enact daring reforms and the unexpected resultant popular support. He argues that only with the robust cognitive-psychological insights of prospect theory can one fully account for the twists and turns of politics and economic policy in Argentina, Brazil, Peru, and Venezuela during the 1980s and 1990s. Assessing conventional approaches such as rational choice, Weyland concludes that prospect theory is vital to any systematic attempt to understand the politics of market reform. Under this theory, if actors perceive themselves to be in a losing situation they are inclined toward risks; if they see a winning situation around them, they prefer caution. In Latin America, Weyland finds, where the public faced an open crisis it backed draconian reforms. And where such reforms yielded an apparent economic recovery, many citizens and their leaders perceived prospects of gains. Successful leaders thus won reelection and the new market model achieved political sustainability. Weyland concludes this accessible book by considering when his novel approach can be used to study crises generally and how it might be applied to a wider range of cases from Latin America, Africa, and Eastern Europe.
Legal And Political Reforms In Saudi Arabia
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Author : Joseph A. Kechichian
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013
Legal And Political Reforms In Saudi Arabia written by Joseph A. Kechichian and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Law categories.
The fractious relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia has long been a central concern in Washington. In the aftermath of 9/11 and amongst ongoing wars, the United States confronts an acute dilemma: how to cooperate with Riyadh against terrorism whilst confronting acute anti-Americanism? Using information gathered from extensive interviews with a plethora of officials, this book aims to analyze Saudi domestic reforms. It addresses the significant deficiency of information on such diverse matters as the judiciary and ongoing national dialogues, but also provides an alternative understanding of what motivates Saudi policy makers. How these reforms may impact on future Saudi decision-making will surely generate a slew of policy concerns for the United States and this study offers a few clarifications and solutions. This book will be of interest to anyone seeking a new perspective on the motivation behind legal and political reforms in Saudi Arabia, and the effects of these reforms beyond the Middle East.
For The People
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Author : John D. Donahue
language : en
Publisher: Brookings Institution Press
Release Date : 2004-05-13
For The People written by John D. Donahue and has been published by Brookings Institution Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-05-13 with Political Science categories.
A Brookings Institution Press and Visions of Governance for the 21st Century publication The stakes have seldom been higher for public service. Security concerns are surging to the foreground. New or neglected economic and social problems demand fresh thinking and deft action. Technology-driven improvements in the business sector raise citizens’ expectations for performance. Government’s capacity to deliver, meanwhile, too often falls short. The perception of government as bureaucratic and inflexible—and the blunt reality of uncompetitive salaries—can make talented people hesitate to take on public jobs. Many civic-minded young Americans opt reluctantly for business careers or turn to the nonprofit sector as a more appealing setting for doing good. Yet as John Adams advised his son, “public business must be done by someone.” In our day, as Adams’s, the urgency and complexity of much public business call for the talents of the very best. In this wide-ranging book, scholars from the Visions of Governance in the Twenty-First Century program at Harvard University examine what is broken in public service and how it can be fixed. Three interrelated long-term trends are changing the context of government in this century: “marketization,” globalization, and the information revolution. These forces are acting to diffuse a degree of power, responsibility, and even legitimacy away from central governments. Public service in the era of distributed governance depends less on traditional aptitudes for direct administration and more on a subtler, sophisticated set of analytical and managerial skills. Those who labor for the people still need to discern public value through policy analysis and work the organizational machinery of government. But they must also be able to orchestrate the operations of far-flung networks involving a range of actors in different sectors. The authors argue that we are witnessing not the end of public service, but its evolution. While the evidence and arguments presented in this book make it hard to deny that many aspects of public service are strained, bent, or even broken, they also offer grounds for optimism that public service can be refurbished and reshaped to fit today’s shifting challenges.
China S Peaceful Rise In The 21st Century
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Author : Sujian Guo
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-12-05
China S Peaceful Rise In The 21st Century written by Sujian Guo and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-05 with Political Science categories.
China's rapid development has attracted worldwide attention in recent years. The implications of China's rise, from its expanding influence and military muscle to its growing demand for energy supplies, are heatedly debated in the international community. Jintao's officially proposed concept of 'peaceful development' has become the underlying principle behind Chinese foreign policy under the fourth generation leadership. However, is 'peaceful development' possible in the broad context of domestic and international development? This comprehensive and timely study examines the conditions and challenges of China's 'peaceful rise' and addresses the central question of whether it is possible for China to 'rise peacefully' in the 21st century, bearing in mind the implications for China and the rest of the world. It is ideal as a supplementary course book in foreign policy, Asian politics and development.
State And Society In Conflict
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Author : Paul W. Drake
language : en
Publisher: University of Pittsburgh Pre
Release Date : 2006-06-25
State And Society In Conflict written by Paul W. Drake and has been published by University of Pittsburgh Pre this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-25 with Political Science categories.
State and Society in Conflict analyzes one of the most volatile regions in Latin America, the Andean states of Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. For the last twenty-five years, crises in these five Andean countries have endangered Latin America's democracies and strained their relations with the United States. As these nations struggle to cope with demands from Washington on security policies (emphasizing drugs and terrorism), neoliberal economics, and democratic politics, their resulting domestic travails can be seen in poor economic growth, unequal wealth distribution, mounting social unrest, and escalating political instability. The contributors to this volume examine the histories, politics, and cultures of the Andean nations, and argue that, due to their shared history and modern circumstances, these countries are suffering a shared crisis of deteriorating relations between state and society that is best understood in regional, not purely national, terms. The results, in some cases, have been semi-authoritarian hybrid regimes that lurch from crisis to crisis, often controlled through force, though clinging to a notion of democracy. The solution to these problems—whether through democratic, authoritarian, peaceful, or violent means—will have profound implications for the region and its future relations with the world.
Origins Of The French Welfare State
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Author : Paul V. Dutton
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2002-05-16
Origins Of The French Welfare State written by Paul V. Dutton and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-05-16 with History categories.
This is the first comprehensive analysis of public and private welfare in France available in English, or French, which offers a deeply-researched explanation of how France's welfare state came to be and why the French are so attached to it. The author argues that France simultaneously pursued two different paths toward universal social protection. Family welfare embraced an industrial model in which class distinctions and employer control predominated. By contrast, protection against the risks of illness, disability, maternity, and old age followed a mutual aid model of welfare. The book examines a remarkably broad cast of actors that includes workers' unions, employers, mutual leaders, the parliamentary elite, haut fonctionnaires, doctors, pronatalists, women's organizations - both social Catholic and feminist - and diverse peasant organisations. It also traces foreign influences on French social reform, particularly from Germany's former territories in Alsace-Lorraine and Britain's Beveridge Plan.