ABSTRACT

While evaluating competing theories of why countries become democratic, this study argues why China has not democratized. Also discusses are the Communist Party's methods of social control and examines four groups-Party and government cadres, intellectuals, workers and peasants.

part 1|53 pages

Studies of Democratization and Chinese Politics

part 3|50 pages

Social Conditions

chapter |6 pages

Conclusion

A Framework for Further Analysis