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The Good Father Syndrome: Why Strongmen Still Seduce

New Books in Sociology

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Rethinking Political Power: Beyond Democracy and Authoritarianism

This chapter examines the historical concept of patrimonialism and the differences between democratic and authoritarian governments. It argues that the way a leader gains power is less critical than their governing style and the underlying relationships that influence authority and obedience.

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