The 1980s and 1990s have witnessed a wave of democratization
across the world. This trend has led to some basic questions about
the future of democracy and its ability to survive. This theme is
examined from two focal points-that of praxis and that of
security.
Major theorists such as Robert Dahl and noted democractic
leaders such as former Argentine President Raul Alfonsin join
forces to spell out the essential ingredients for avoiding disaster
in transitional periods of post-authoritarian states. This edited
collection challenges some of the existing views about
democratization around the world and considers basic questions of
both praxis and security. Part of this unique overview deals with
practical lessons learned in various countries; part focuses on
links between democracy and security. Several themes underline the
work. First, that democracy cannot be made from above. Second, that
the survival of democracy is directly linked to security issues. It
becomes clear that the future of democracy after authoritarianism
may not be as bright as thought. Excellent text for courses in
world politics, democratic theory, and comparative politics.
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