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Comparative Politics

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Six major challenges to political science Adaptation, small n problem, collecting data, area studies, bias, and endogeneity
endogeneity When a factor or cause one uses to explain something is actually being influenced by that thing
Three core assumptions of rational choice theory Humans always behave rationally, individuals are autonomous, individuals pursue their own self interests
Institution A regular pattern of behavior that provides stability and predictability to
Structure vs. agnecy The extent to which institutions determine individual behavior
Max Webers definition of a state “A human community that successfully claims the monopoly of the legitimate use of physical force within a given territory”
Characteristics of a state Sovereign authority, singular legitimacy, collects taxes, and uses the threat of force to provide protection.
Regimes The fundamental rules and norms of politics within a country over time
Failed states A state like entity that cannot successfully coerce the inhabitants of a govern territory
Governments The immediate political leadership of a country
Three keys to the development of the European state domination Economic development, technological advancement, and domestic stability
European state model encouraged a move from _______ to _____ Feudalism to capitalism
Impacts of the french revolution on states Mass armies, nationalism and neo-absolutism
Impacts of the american revolution on states Constitution, bill of rights, and separation of powers
What spread the European model? Fear of and freedom from European countries
What is the modern state expected to provide? Security and dispute resolution, participation and rights, healthcare and eduction, and infrastructure and currency
Qualities of a strong state Size, legitimacy, economic strength, strength of state institutions, and military might
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