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A Theory of Political Entrenchment [PDF]
We develop a theory of endogenous political entrenchment in a simple two-party dynamic model of income redistribution with probabilistic voting. A partially self-interested left-wing party may implement (entrenchment) policies reducing the income of its
Saint-Paul, Gilles+2 more
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Compromise in Political Theory. [PDF]
This review article provides a topic-centered overview of the state of compromise in political theory, where compromise is increasingly discussed as a promising approach to dealing with disagreement in politics and society. Given the growing literature on compromise, a systematic approach to the topic is due.
Spang F.
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A theory of political gridlock [PDF]
This paper studies how electoral incentives influence the outcomes of political negotiations. It considers a game between two political parties that have to bargain over which policy to implement.
Ortner, Juan
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A Theory of Political Transitions [PDF]
We develop a theory of political transitions inspired by the experiences of Western Europe and Latin America. Nondemocratic societies are controlled by a rich elite. The initially disenfranchised poor can contest power by threatening revolution, especially when the opportunity cost is low, for example, during recessions.
Daron Acemoğlu, James A. Robinson
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A Behavioral Approach to the Rational Choice Theory of Collective Action: Presidential Address, American Political Science Association, 1997 [PDF]
Extensive empirical evidence and theoretical developments in multiple disciplines stimulate a need to expand the range of rational choice models to be used as a foundation for the study of social dilemmas and collective action.
Элинор Остром
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Many normative political theorists have engaged in the systematic collection and/or analysis of empirical data to inform the development of their arguments over the past several decades.
B. Ackerly+5 more
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Anticolonialism and the Decolonization of Political Theory
This essay surveys some recent attempts to decolonize political theory and engage with non-western political thinkers and traditions, especially anticolonialism.
Adom Getachew, Karuna Mantena
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A Political Theory of Populism [PDF]
Abstract When voters fear that politicians may be influenced or corrupted by the rich elite, signals of integrity are valuable. As a consequence, an honest politician seeking reelection chooses “populist” policies—that is, policies to the left of the median voter—as a way of signaling that he is not beholden to the interests of the right.
Konstantin Sonin+7 more
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Rethinking Multiculturalism: Cultural Diversity and Political Theory [PDF]
B. Parekh
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