The new military autonomy in Latin America
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Many observers believe that military governments are a thing of the past in Latin America. Indeed, this view has been so pervasive since the late 1980s that political elites and civil society activists in the region have failed to consider the balance between civilian-democratic authority and military autonomy. Significant institutional progress has been made towards limiting military autonomy in Latin America, but a close investigation of civil-military relations reveals reasons to be concerned. Indeed, there are three areas of potential conflict between the armed forces and democratic governments in the region.
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 1998
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The dynamics of democratic exclusion
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The dynamic of democracy contains elements that push towards exclusion. Democracy is inclusive because it is the government of everyone, but this is also why democracy tends to push towards exclusion. The exclusion is the result of the need for a high level of cohesion. There is a temptation to exclude that arises from the need of democratic rule itself for a significant degree of mutual commitment, understanding and trust. There will be a significant battle in the 21st century to redefine political life in order to balance out the temptation of democratic exclusion.
Publication Name: Journal of Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 1045-5736
Year: 1998
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