Interest Representation and State-Society Relations in East Central Europe

Cox, T. (2012) Interest Representation and State-Society Relations in East Central Europe. Working Paper. Aleksanteri Institute, Helsinki.

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Abstract

The paper provides a critical review of the range of different concepts and theoretical approaches to the study of relations between state and civil society in post-communist East Central Europe. In particular it questions predominant views in the literature about the weakness of civil society in the region. Existing research has focused on the one hand, on the elitist character of the state, and on the other hand, on the low levels of grassroots involvement in interest groups and civic associations. Drawing on data from a range of research projects in post-communist Central Europe, the paper suggests there is evidence of more dynamic inter-relations between state and society than is usually assumed and explores its significance for effective interest representation.

Item Type:Research Reports or Papers (Working Paper)
Additional Information:<p>Aleksanteri papers; v2/2012</p> ISSN-1796-3192
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Cox, Professor Terence
Authors: Cox, T.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences > Central and East European Studies
Journal Name:Aleksanteri Papers
Publisher:Aleksanteri Institute
ISSN:1457-9251
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