Democracy for the privileged : crisis and transition in Venezuela
Richard S. Hillman (Author)
This work looks at the process of democratisation in Venezuela, examining the conditions that support or inhibit the consolidation of democracy and explaining the significance of critical events. It shows how the patron/client system has failed to respond to mass aspirations sufficiently
xvi, 198 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm
9781555874124, 1555874126
29427717
Foreword / Andres Serbin
1. Political Paradoxes: An Approach
2. Past Influences: Anarchy Versus Order
3. Patterns and Institutions: Patron-Clientelism
4. Group Interests: A Hierarchy of Power
5. Ongoing Pressure: University Protests
6. Critical Times: A Social Explosion
7. Challenging the State: A Military Solution?
8. Future Directions: Legitimacy and Change
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