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Joan E. Cho, "Seeds of Mobilization: The Authoritarian Roots of South Korea's Democracy" (U Michigan Press, 2024)

New Books in Political Science

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Roots of Democratization in South Korea

The chapter explores the historical context of South Korea's democratization process, focusing on the student movements, labor activism, and political reforms under military dictatorship. It discusses the transition from student protests against authoritarian rule to influencing electoral changes, culminating in the June Democratic uprising of 1987. The analysis delves into the impact of generational experiences on political attitudes and behaviors, highlighting the complexities of democratization in South Korea.

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