Party and State in Post-Mao China (China Today)

Party and State in Post-Mao China (China Today)

In recent decades, China has become a quasi-capitalist economic powerhouse. Yet it continues to be ruled by the same Communist Party-dominated government that has been in power since 1949. But how has Chinaâ€™s political system achieved such longevity? And what does its stability tell us about the future of authoritarian versus liberal democratic governance?Â Â
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In this detailed analysis of the deeply intertwined relationship between the ruling Communist Party and governing state, noted China expert Teresa Wright provides insightful answers to these important questions.Â Though many believe that the Chinese party-state has maintained its power despite its communist and authoritarian features, Wright argues that the key to its sustained success lies in its careful safeguarding of some key communist and authoritarian characteristics, while simultaneously becoming more open and responsive to public participation.Â She contends that Chinaâ€™s post-Mao party-state compares well to different forms of political rule, including liberal democratic government.Â It has fulfilled the necessary functions of a stable governing regime: satisfying key demographic groups and responding to public grievances; maintaining economic stability and growth; and delivering public services - without any real reduction in CCP power and influence.Â
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Questioning current understandings of the nature, strengths, and weaknesses of democracy and authoritarianism, this thought-provoking book will be essential reading for all students and scholars of Chinese politics and international relations.
Country USA
Manufacturer Polity
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2015-05-06
Format Kindle eBook

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Polity
Binding	Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate	2015-05-06
Format	Kindle eBook