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| 1. Kanouse, Brian. "The Divestiture of Social Conditions: A Critical Critique of Social Identity Theory and Self-Categorization Theory through a Post-Structural Lens" Paper presented at the annual meeting of the NCA 94th Annual Convention, TBA, San Diego, CA, Nov 20, 2008 Online <PDF>. 2009-11-23 <http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p257761_index.html>Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
Abstract: This essay investigates Social Identity Theory (SIT) and Self-Categorization Theory (SCT). These two interlocking theories seem to provide a dynamic approach to the manner in which human beings produce social identities. However, as one reads closer, it becomes evident that SIT/SCT’s functionalist/ontological approach to identity forecloses the possibility of being dynamic at all. By approaching these problems from a post-structuralist perspective, a truly dynamic understanding of the social/historical nature of identity categorizations can be had. |
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| 2. Doyle, David. "The Politics of Privatization: The Determinants of State Divestiture in Latin America" Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Midwest Political Science Association 67th Annual National Conference, The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago, IL, Apr 02, 2009 Online <APPLICATION/PDF>. 2009-11-23 <http://www.allacademic.com/meta/p360403_index.html>Publication Type: Conference Paper/Unpublished Manuscript
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Abstract: With the electoral success of the ‘new left’ in Latin America, privatization and nationalization have once again returned to the political agenda in the region. However, this raises a number of issues. Very few cross-national studies of the determinants of privatization have been conducted and we still do not truly know why states privatize. This paper examines the determinants of privatization for 14 Latin American states over the period 1975 to 2003. This is the first cross-national study of privatization in Latin America with a full range of partisanship, institutional, economic and international variables. The pressures of globalization and the international financial institutions appear to have had no effect on privatization in Latin America. Rather, privatization is a product of domestic factors. It is more pronounced in wealthier, macroeconomically stable states. Domestic politics also matters. Partisan governments appear to have some impact on privatization, while the fragmentation of the political system serves as a barrier to reform. |
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