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Corruption, Contention, and Reform: The Power of Deep Democratization - Softcover

Johnston, Michael

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9781107610064: Corruption, Contention, and Reform: The Power of Deep Democratization
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ISBN 10: 1107610060 ISBN 13: 9781107610064
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2013

Synopsis

Michael Johnston argues that corruption will persist, and even be the rule rather than the exception, until those with a stake in ending it can act in ways that cannot be ignored. This is the key principle of 'deep democratization', enabling citizens to defend their interests by political means. The author analyses four syndromes of corruption in light of this principle: official moguls in Egypt and Tunisia, oligarchs and clans in the Philippines, elite cartels in Argentina, and influence markets in France, Australia and the US. Johnston argues that different kinds of corruption require distinctive responses, each bearing specific risks. Focusing on recent events, including the global economic crisis and the Arab Spring, he shows that we can assess vulnerabilities to corruption and the effects of reforms, and use this information to identify new practices. His book offers a fundamental reappraisal of ways to check abuses of wealth and power.

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About the Author

Michael Johnston is the Charles A. Dana Professor of Political Science at Colgate University.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2013
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1107610060
ISBN 13 
9781107610064
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
308
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