Cuba and Its Neighbors
Democracy in Motion
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Arnold August examines Cuban political life, emphasizing participatory mechanisms and institutional forms that challenge conventional Western notions of democracy.
The book explores historical and contemporary practices of mass organizations, local governance, and popular participation in policymaking.
August situates Cuba's system within regional dynamics, assessing how it interacts with neighboring countries and U.S.
policies.
He addresses criticisms and misconceptions while arguing that Cuban democracy must be evaluated on its own terms rather than by narrow electoralist standards.
The work is intended as an accessible introduction for readers wanting a nuanced view of Cuban governance and social organization.
The book explores historical and contemporary practices of mass organizations, local governance, and popular participation in policymaking.
August situates Cuba's system within regional dynamics, assessing how it interacts with neighboring countries and U.S.
policies.
He addresses criticisms and misconceptions while arguing that Cuban democracy must be evaluated on its own terms rather than by narrow electoralist standards.
The work is intended as an accessible introduction for readers wanting a nuanced view of Cuban governance and social organization.
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