POLS 334 - Democracy and Democratization

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How do we define and measure the concept of democracy? Why have democratic governments been established in some countries but not others? What is the relationship between socioeconomic development and democracy? Do certain cultural attributes increase the likelihood that a country might achieve a successful transition from authoritarian rule to democracy? What roles do domestic elites, middle class groups, workers, and international actors play in either promoting or undermining democratization efforts? (Offered fall-even years.)