Political Parties

A Sociological Study of the Oligarchical Tendencies of Modern Democracy

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Author

Robert Michels

Robert Michels's 'Political Parties' introduces the 'Iron Law of Oligarchy', arguing that organizational power tends to concentrate in the hands of a few leaders.

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Jonah Goldberg

Daniel Tutt

Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by

Jonah Goldberg

in reference to the iron law of oligarchy, highlighting how those with information accrue control.

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Learning to Govern Ourselves | Interview: Ben and Jenna Storey

Mencionado como la obra clave de Robert Michels, donde formuló la ley de hierro de la oligarquía.

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¿Cómo funcionan las élites?

Mentioned by

Daniel Tutt

as an in-depth empirical analysis of the European socialist movement.

Can Dignity And Science Share A Banner Without Becoming A New Elite with Daniel Tutt

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