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Polis Seminar: The Old Father State: Patrimonial Traits of Modern Democracies

Polis Seminar: The Old Father State: Patrimonial Traits of Modern Democracies

Event Venue:

Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation‚ Deakin University 221 Burwood HighwayBurwood, VIC, 3125, Australia ( Map )

While patrimonialism is seen very much as a mode of governance prevalent in developing states, modern democracies pride themselves for their liberal, open and pluralistic outlook. In this talk I will discuss the patrimonial vestiges of modern democracies that can be found when scratching the surface of liberalism. 

ABSTRACT

While patrimonialism is seen very much as a mode of governance prevalent in developing states, modern democracies pride themselves for their liberal, open and pluralistic outlook. In this talk I will discuss the patrimonial vestiges of modern democracies that can be found when scratching the surface of liberalism. 

SPEAKERS

 Polis Seminar: Dr Catherine Goetze (University of Tasmania); Chair: Prof Miguel Vatter (Deakin University)

DETAILS

Zoom Meeting ID: 830 3701 5385; Password: please contact benjamin.isakan@deakin.edu.au for password

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