Deng Xiaoping is Not Who You Think He is. Joseph Torigian on Leadership Transitions in China and the Soviet Unio
Democracy Paradox
Transitions of Power in Authoritarian Regimes: A Comparative Analysis of China and the Soviet Union
This chapter explores the transitions of power in authoritarian regimes, specifically focusing on comparisons between China and the Soviet Union. It discusses the role of institutions, military involvement, and the need for legitimacy within the party, while highlighting the scarcity of knowledge on post-Deng transitions in China.
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