Internal Opposition Dynamics and Restraints on Authoritarian Control
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DOI: 10.1017/s0007123417000126
Abstract: Autocrats rely on co-optation to limit opposition mobilization and remain in power. Yet not all opposition parties that pose a threat to their regime are successfully co-opted. This article provides a formal model to show… read more here.
Keywords: opposition; dynamics restraints; authoritarian control; internal opposition ... See more keywords
Legitimising Victories: Electoral Authoritarian Control in Russia’s Gubernatorial Elections
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DOI: 10.1080/09668136.2018.1436697
Abstract: Abstract We explore the evolution of the Kremlin’s election control strategy in response to the reintroduction of gubernatorial elections in 2012. Our analysis focuses on the evolution of four tools used to engineer electoral competition:… read more here.
Keywords: gubernatorial elections; electoral authoritarian; victories electoral; control ... See more keywords