ABSTRACT

This integrated collection of original essays evaluates and assesses whether democracy is viable in Latin America and, if so, how and in what form. The authors examine the significance, for both Latin America and the United States, of the dominance of authoritarian political systems in most Latin American countries; explore the implications of asse

part 1|24 pages

Introduction: A Perspective and Framework

part 2|52 pages

Long-Range Perspectives on the Quest for Democracy in Latin America

part 3|87 pages

Group Politics and Democratic Pluralism in Latin America: Prospects and Weaknesses

part 6|22 pages

Conclusion: The Continuing Struggle for Democracy in Latin America