Preserving Power Through Coalitions
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Preserving Power Through Coalitions
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Author : Maria Sampanis
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2003-11-30
Preserving Power Through Coalitions written by Maria Sampanis and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-11-30 with Business & Economics categories.
Sampanis argues that the United States uses agricultural trade liberalization as a bonding issue with middle and weak countries, that the US then uses this relationship to improve its bargaining position with its challengers, that the US uses this relationship to enhance its competitiveness vis-a-vis its challengers, and that the US also uses this relationship to improve its access into middle and weak countries. Sampanis also shows that Britain before it also used negotiated arrangements with weaker states to gain bargaining power and improve competitiveness with challengers. What do you do if-after years of doing what you want, getting others to do what you want, and essentially calling the shots-you can no longer simply do what you wish, convince others to do as you prefer, and dictate agendas? Sampanis examines through the lens of agricultural policy this dilemma faced by hegemons in decline, those once preeminent states whose dominance is gradually eroded by the very successes they encouraged. As a self-preservation measure the United States-and Great Britain before it-negotiated arrangements with weaker states to gain bargaining power with challengers. Forming a coalition with those previously ignored, these declining hegemons maneuvered survival. Britain transformed its empire into a commonwealth; it used trade incentives to curry continued allegiance. In a significant policy shift, the United States seeks common ground with middle and weak states to rejuvenate its economic competitiveness in those economies as well as in those of its developed competitors. The tactice worked better for the United States, since a coalition of numbers translates into a coalition of votes in the institutional frameworks its hegemonic leadership fosters. As Sampanis shows, for both the United States and Great Britain, the prize has been an extended lease on influence.
Strategic Alliances
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Author : Nella Van Dyke
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
Strategic Alliances written by Nella Van Dyke and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with History categories.
Social researchers in the past have paid surprisingly little theoretical or empirical attention to movement alliances. Strategic Alliances provides a pioneering set of in-depth analyses of the circumstances leading to these organizational alliances. Contributors investigate coalition dynamics among social movements, including antiwar, environmental, and labor movements, as well as ethnic organizations and women's groups. While many of the essays examine coalition formation in the United States, others consider coalitions in Britain, the former East Germany, East Asia, and Latin America. Contributors: Paul Almeida, Texas A&M U; Elizabeth Borland, College of New Jersey; Daniel B. Cornfield, Vanderbilt U; Catherine Corrigall-Brown, U of British Columbia; Mario Diani, U of Trento; Katja M. Guenther, UC Riverside; Larry Isaac, Vanderbilt U; Isobel Lindsay, Biggar, Scotland; David S. Meyer, UC Irvine; Brian Obach, SUNY New Paltz; Dina G. Okamoto, UC Davis; Christine Petit, UC Riverside; Derrick Purdue, U of the West of England; Ellen Reese, UC Riverside; Benita Roth, SUNY Binghamton; Suzanne Staggenborg, U of Pittsburgh; Dawn Wiest, U of Memphis.
The City In American Political Development
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Author : Richardson Dilworth
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2009-04
The City In American Political Development written by Richardson Dilworth and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04 with History categories.
The volume brings together some of the best of both the most established and the newest urban scholars in political science, sociology, and history, each of whom makes a new argument for rethinking the relationship between cities and the larger project of state-building.
Evolution And Devolution
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Author : Tom Lansford
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2019-07-18
Evolution And Devolution written by Tom Lansford and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-18 with Political Science categories.
This title was first published in 2000: This study bridges the gap in the otherwise rich literature on European security through its analysis of past and present efforts at military integration. Previous works have concentrated on the transatlantic relationship or the intra-European dimension of the effort to create autonomous defense capabilities or even on the ramifications of the changed defense market. Evolution and Devolution combines these themes and subjects. The work integrates these topics against the backdrop of the current scholarly debate over international relations by examining the changing nature of sovereignty and the evolution of the nation state. In the end, the course toward more integration and yet continued participation of the U.S., is shown to be the optimum course for EU member states in light of the security threats and constraints facing national governments.
To Democratize Or Not Trials And Tribulations In The Postcolonial World
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Author : Volkan Ipek
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Release Date : 2020-07-06
To Democratize Or Not Trials And Tribulations In The Postcolonial World written by Volkan Ipek and has been published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-06 with Political Science categories.
This volume, a product of the first Tricontinental Conference organized by Yeditepe University, İstanbul, brings together perspectives on democracy and development in Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. Representing local voices and insight, the contributors here respond to the dearth of comparative analysis on these three regions. In spite of the differences observed in colonial practices and postcolonial transitions, a shared disenchantment with the performance of competitive politics comes to the forefront in these geographical areas. Decades after decolonization, low-intensity democracy and the continuing potential for democratic reversals and backsliding make the study of these three regions relevant. Considering the debates on protests, social upheavals, activism, change and continuity, this book encourages the reader to survey the various trials and tribulations of the postcolonial era.
Coalitions Of Convenience
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Author : Sarah E. Kreps
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2011-01-14
Coalitions Of Convenience written by Sarah E. Kreps and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-01-14 with Political Science categories.
Why does the United States sometimes seek multilateral support for its military interventions? When does it instead sidestep international institutions and intervene unilaterally? In Coalitions of Convenience, a comprehensive study of US military interventions in the post-Cold War era, Sarah Kreps shows that contrary to conventional wisdom, even superpowers have strong incentives to intervene multilaterally: coalitions confer legitimacy and provide ways to share the costly burdens of war. Despite these advantages, multilateralism comes with costs: multilateral responses are often diplomatic battles of attrition in which reluctant allies hold out for side payments in exchange for their consent. A powerful state's willingness to work multilaterally, then, depends on its time horizons--how it values the future versus the present. States with long-term--those that do not face immediate threats--see multilateralism as a power-conserving strategy over time. States with shorter-term horizons will find the expediency of unilateralism more attractive. A systematic account of how multilateral coalitions function, Coalitions of Convenience also considers the broader effects of power on international institutions and what the rise of China may mean for international cooperation and conflict.
The Champions Coalition
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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date : 2025-05-07
The Champions Coalition 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 2025-05-07 with Computers categories.
In the face of unprecedented threats to Earth, a new alliance of Earth's mightiest heroes has emerged: the Champions' Coalition. United by a shared commitment to protecting humanity, this extraordinary team brings together heroes from across the globe, each possessing unique abilities and unwavering determination. From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, the Champions' Coalition stands ready to defend against cosmic invasions, elemental uprisings, and technological singularities. They will face the supernatural menace, unravel the mysteries of the quantum realm, and confront cosmic entities beyond human comprehension. But the Champions' Coalition is more than just a team of superheroes. It is a symbol of hope, a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there are those who will fight for what is right. As the forces of evil gather, the Champions' Coalition stands as a bastion of strength and resilience, inspiring all who believe in the power of good. In The Champions' Coalition, we delve into the extraordinary adventures of the Champions' Coalition as they face their greatest challenges and emerge as Earth's ultimate protectors. Join us as we witness the birth of a legendary team, their unwavering commitment to justice, and their enduring legacy. Prepare to be captivated by the thrilling exploits of the Champions' Coalition as they: * Battle against extraterrestrial threats and defend Earth from cosmic invasions * Confront the forces of nature in epic elemental uprisings * Grapple with the ethical dilemmas of artificial intelligence and the technological singularity * Investigate the hidden world of the supernatural and battle against paranormal forces * Manipulate time and space to unravel paradoxes and navigate alternate realities * Join forces with extraterrestrial allies to form an intergalactic alliance * Explore the mysteries of subatomic particles and unravel the secrets of the quantum realm * Encounter cosmic beings and grapple with the incomprehensible forces of the universe * Inspire generations to come with their enduring legacy of heroism and sacrifice The Champions' Coalition is a celebration of the indomitable spirit of humanity and the power of unity in the face of adversity. Join the Champions' Coalition on their extraordinary journey as they protect Earth and inspire us all to believe in the impossible. If you like this book, write a review on google books!
Beyond Great Powers And Hegemons
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Author : Kristen P. Williams
language : en
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Release Date : 2012-03-28
Beyond Great Powers And Hegemons written by Kristen P. Williams 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 2012-03-28 with Political Science categories.
This book adds a new dimension to the discussion of the relationship between the great powers and the weaker states that align with them—or not. Previous studies have focused on the role of the larger (or super) power and how it manages its relationships with other states, or on how great or major powers challenge or balance the hegemonic state. Beyond Great Powers and Hegemons seeks to explain why weaker states follow more powerful global or regional states or tacitly or openly resist their goals, and how they navigate their relationships with the hegemon. The authors explore the interests, motivations, objectives, and strategies of these 'followers'—including whether they can and do challenge the policies and strategies or the core position of the hegemon. Through the analysis of both historical and contemporary cases that feature global and regional hegemons in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and South Asia, and that address a range of interest areas—from political, to economic and military—the book reveals the domestic and international factors that account for the motivations and actions of weaker states.
Leadership In Science And Technology A Reference Handbook
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Author : William Sims Bainbridge
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2011-10-20
Leadership In Science And Technology A Reference Handbook written by William Sims Bainbridge and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-20 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Tackling 100 key topics and providing case studies in the area of science and technology leadership, this reference handbook is an essential resource for students in this area.
The Government And Politics Of Lebanon
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Author : Imad Salamey
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-10-15
The Government And Politics Of Lebanon written by Imad Salamey and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-15 with Political Science categories.
Aiming to contribute to the reader’s greater understanding of Lebanese government and politics, this book provides a comprehensive examination of the origin, development, and institutionalization of sectarian consociationalism in Lebanon. A recurrent proposition advanced in this book is that Lebanese sectarian consociationalism has been both a cure and a curse in the formulation of political settlements and institution building. On the one hand, and in contrast to many surrounding Arab regimes, consociational arrangements have provided the country with a relative democratic political life. A limited government with a strong confessional division of power and a built-in checks and balance mechanism prevented the emergence of dictatorship or monarchy. On the other hand, a chronic weak state has complicated efforts for nation building in favour of sectarian fragmentation, external interventions, and strong polarization that periodically brought the country to the verge of total collapse and civil war. While examining Lebanese sectarian politics of conflict and concession during different historic junctures many revelations are made that underlie the role of domestic and international forces shaping the country’s future. Presenting an implicit description of the power and functions of the various branches of government within the context of sectarian consociationalism, this book is an important introductory text for students of Lebanese Politics and Middle Eastern politics more broadly.