Power And Legitimacy Challenges From Russia

Author : Per-Arne Bodin,Stefan Hedlund,Elena Namli
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780415677769

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Power and Legitimacy by Per-Arne Bodin,Stefan Hedlund,Elena Namli Pdf

This book sheds new light on the continuing debate within political thought as to what constitutes power, and what distinguishes legitimate from illegitimate power. It does so by considering the experience of Russia, a polity where experiences of the legitimacy of power and the collapse of power offer a contrast to Western experiences on which most political theory, formulated in the West, is based. The book considers power in a range of contexts - philosophy and discourse; the rule of law and its importance for economic development; the use of culture and religion as means to legitimate power; and liberalism and the reasons for its weakness in Russia. The book concludes by arguing that the Russian experience provides a useful lens through which ideas of power and legitimacy can be re-evaluated and re-interpreted, and through which the idea of "the West" as the ideal model can be questioned.

Author : Taras Kuzio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Russia (Federation)
ISBN : 1910814407

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The Sources of Russia's Great Power Politics by Taras Kuzio Pdf

Author : Tobias Köllner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780429755590

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Religion and Politics in Contemporary Russia by Tobias Köllner Pdf

Based on extensive original research at the local level, this book explores the relationship between Russian Orthodoxy and politics in contemporary Russia. It reveals close personal links between politicians at the local, regional and national levels and their counterparts at the equivalent level in the Russian Orthodox Church – priests and monks, bishops and archbishops – who are extensively consulted about political decisions. It outlines a convergence of conservative ideology between politicians and clerics and also highlights that, despite working closely together, there are nevertheless many tensions. The book examines in detail particular areas of cooperation and tension: reform to religious education and a growing emphasis on traditional moral values, the restitution of former church property and the introduction of new festive days. Overall, the book concludes that there is much uncertainty, ambiguity and great local variation.

Author : Sanjay Pulipaka,Krishnan Srinivasan,James Mayall
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-05-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000867794

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Power, Legitimacy, and World Order by Sanjay Pulipaka,Krishnan Srinivasan,James Mayall Pdf

This book reflects on the reasons for the decline of international cooperation in world politics and studies ways to restore legitimacy in the international order. It engages with the concept of legitimacy in international relations theories and practices to examine the discussions around power shifts, the decline of liberalism, demands for inclusive international architectures, and challenges to multilateralism, as well as established norms by leaders and nationalisms. It studies the impact of the post-COVID-19 world order on the nature of power in the international system and changes in normative concerns of security. The volume also interrogates political legitimacy through an area studies lens by examining the concept of legitimacy separately in the USA, Europe, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. An important and timely text featuring contributions from eminent scholars, this book will be of use to students and researchers of modern history, political science, and international relations. It will also be of interest to think tanks and policy-making bodies concerned with international affairs and foreign policy.

Author : Susanne Oxenstierna
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-10
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317634218

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The Challenges for Russia's Politicized Economic System by Susanne Oxenstierna Pdf

During the early 2000s the market liberalization reforms to the Russian economy, begun in the 1990s, were consolidated. But since the mid 2000s economic policy has moved into a new phase, characterized by more state intervention with less efficiency and more structural problems. Corruption, weak competitiveness, heavy dependency on energy exports, an unbalanced labour market, and unequal regional development are trends that have arisen and which, this book argues, will worsen unless the government changes direction. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the current Russian economic system, highlighting especially structural and institutional defects, and areas where political considerations are causing distortions, and puts forward proposals on how the present situation could be remedied.

Author : Martin Brusis,Joachim Ahrens,Martin Schulze Wessel
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1349569283

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Politics and Legitimacy in Post-Soviet Eurasia by Martin Brusis,Joachim Ahrens,Martin Schulze Wessel Pdf

Political legitimacy has become a scarce resource in Russia and other post-Soviet states. Their capacity to deliver prosperity has suffered from economic crisis, war in Ukraine and confrontation with the West. Will nationalism and repression enable political regimes to survive? This book studies the politics of legitimation in Post-Soviet Eurasia.

Author : Susanne Oxenstierna,Veli-Pekka Tynkkynen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317938163

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Russian Energy and Security up to 2030 by Susanne Oxenstierna,Veli-Pekka Tynkkynen Pdf

The challenges in Russia’s energy sector are changing. On the demand side, Europe is seeking to limit its dependence on Russian oil and gas, with the result that China and other Asian countries are likely to eventually become growing export markets for Russian energy. On the supply side, oil and gas fields in West Siberia are diminishing and in future Russia’s energy will have to come more from East Siberia and the Arctic, which will necessitate new infrastructure development and the employment of advanced technologies, which may increase Russia’s dependence on commercial partners from outside Russia. This book explores the challenges facing Russia’s energy sector and the resulting security implications. It includes a discussion of how far the Russian state is likely to continue to monopolise the energy sector, and how far competition from private and foreign companies might be allowed.

Author : Martin Brusis,Joachim Ahrens,Martin Schulze Wessel
Publisher : Springer
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781137489449

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Politics and Legitimacy in Post-Soviet Eurasia by Martin Brusis,Joachim Ahrens,Martin Schulze Wessel Pdf

Political legitimacy has become a scarce resource in Russia and other post-Soviet states. Their capacity to deliver prosperity has suffered from economic crisis, war in Ukraine and confrontation with the West. Will nationalism and repression enable political regimes to survive? This book studies the politics of legitimation in Post-Soviet Eurasia.

Author : Simona E. Merati
Publisher : Springer
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783319535203

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Muslims in Putin's Russia by Simona E. Merati Pdf

This book offers a novel interpretation of Russian contemporary discourse on Islam and its influence on Russian state policies. It shifts the analytical perspective from the discussion about Russia's Islam as a potential security threat to a more comprehensive view of the relationships of Muslims with Russia as a state and a civilization. The work demonstrates how many Muslims increasingly express a sense of belonging to Russia and are increasingly willing to contribute to state building processes.

Author : Serghei Golunov
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136260353

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EU-Russian Border Security by Serghei Golunov Pdf

The land border between Russia and the European Union is one of the longest land borders in the world, with very considerable trade flowing across the border in both directions. This book examines the nature of the EU-Russia border, and the issues connected with its management. It describes the territories and the societies on each side of the border, discusses the challenges which confront border management, including migration and criminal activities, and explores how people on both sides perceive each other and perceive threats and security issues. It concludes by assessing achievements to date in managing the border and by assessing continuing unresolved challenges.

Author : M. Lipman,N. Petrov
Publisher : Springer
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781137336910

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Russia 2025 by M. Lipman,N. Petrov Pdf

Russia 2025 offers a compelling insight into Russia's future by exploring thematic scenarios ranging from politics to demographics. The widening rift between a modernizing, post-Communist society and a paternalistic government will ultimately shape developments in the coming years and will impact on state-society and Center-periphery relations.

Author : David G. Lewis
Publisher : Edinburgh University Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2020-03-27
Category : Authoritarianism
ISBN : 9781474454780

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Russia's New Authoritarianism by David G. Lewis Pdf

David G. Lewis explores the transformation of Russian domestic politics and foreign policy under Vladimir Putin. Using contemporary case studies - including Russia's legal system, the annexation of Crimea and Russian policy in Syria - he critically examines Russia's new authoritarian political ideology.

Author : Ivan Gololobov,Hilary Pilkington,Yngvar B Steinholt
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014-04-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317913108

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Punk in Russia by Ivan Gololobov,Hilary Pilkington,Yngvar B Steinholt Pdf

Punk culture is currently having a revival worldwide and is poised to extend and mutate even more as youth unemployment and youth alienation increase in many countries of the world. In Russia, its power to have an impact and to shock is well illustrated by the state response to activist collective and punk band Pussy Riot. This book, based on extensive original research, examines the nature of punk culture in contemporary Russia. Drawing on interviews and observation, it explores the vibrant punk music scenes and the social relations underpinning them in three contrasting Russian cities. It relates punk to wider contemporary culture and uses the Russian example to discuss more generally what constitutes 'punk' today.

Author : Tsuneo Akaha,Anna Vassilieva
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2014-02-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317819899

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Russia and East Asia by Tsuneo Akaha,Anna Vassilieva Pdf

Russia has generally been neglected in the academic and policy discourse on regional integration in East Asia. This book fills this gap, with particular attention to the role of Pacific Russia in the deepening regional integration in East Asia. It examines the increasingly diverse foreign policy interests of Russia related to emerging economic and political realities of the world, and Russia’s potential role in the regional integration in East Asia. Topics discussed include Russian strategic interests and security policy in East Asia generally, Russia’s bilateral relations with China, Japan, and the Korean Peninsula, opportunities and challenges energy and immigration presents for Russia and its engagement with East Asia, and Russia’s present and future roles in regional integration in East Asia.

Author : Federica Prina
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317672449

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National Minorities in Putin's Russia by Federica Prina Pdf

Using a human rights approach, the book analyses the dynamics in the application of minority policies for the preservation of cultural and linguistic diversity in Russia. Despite Russia’s legacy of ethno-cultural and linguistic pluralism, the book argues that the Putin leadership’s overwhelming statism and promotion of Russian patriotism are inexorably leading to a reduction of Russia’s diversity. Using scores of interviews with representatives of national minorities, civil society, public officials and academics, the book highlights the reasons why Russian law and policies, as well as international standards on minority rights, are ill-equipped to withstand the centralising drive toward ever greater uniformity. While minority policies are fragmented and feeble in contemporary Russia, they are also centrally conceived, which is exacerbated by a growing democratic deficit under Putin. Crucially, in today’s Russia informal practices and networks are frequently utilised rather than formal channels in the sphere of diversity management. Informal practices, the book argues, can at times favour minorities, yet they more frequently disadvantage them and create the conditions for the co-optation of leaders of minority groups. A dilution of diversity, the book suggests, is not only resulting in the loss of Russia’s rich cultural heritage but is also impairing the peaceful coexistence of the individuals and groups that make up Russian society.