In democratization theory, Singapore continues to be a remarkable
country for its extremely low level of contentious politics despite
rapid economic development. In contrast, many different groups in
Hong Kong have taken their demands to the streets since the 1970s.
Even though there is an obvious difference in the willingness of
the population to actively challenge the regime, the political
developments of the two city-states show a similar pattern of
political mobilization and government reaction. This book examines
the changing pattern of contentious politics in the democratization
process of these Asian city-states. It explores the causal
connections between popular contention and democratization, using a
multi-disciplinary approach with theoretical insights from the
political sciences, sociology and psychology. The political process
model is applied to provide further understanding of the patterns
of interaction between contenders, opposition groups or social
movements and the ruling elite. The book argues that differences in
the strategies applied by the ruling elite explain why members of
the opposition were empowered or obstructed in challenging the
government.
General
Imprint: |
Routledge
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
Routledge Contemporary Asia Series |
Release date: |
April 2012 |
First published: |
2010 |
Authors: |
Stephan Ortmann
|
Dimensions: |
234 x 156mm (L x W) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
248 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-415-62752-8 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
|
LSN: |
0-415-62752-4 |
Barcode: |
9780415627528 |
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