Costa Rica

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Costa Rica

Quest For Democracy

Comparative politics Constitution: government and the state Elections and referenda / suffrage

Author: John A Booth

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Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 19th February 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 6 Mb

ISBN: 9780429980909


How did Costa Rica become Central America’s first successful democracy?

Beginning with Costa Rica’s history within the Central American context, John Booth traces democratic development in Costa Rica through its institutions, rules of the political game, parties, elections, and interest groups.

How does Costa Rican democracy work?

The book provides an overview of Costa Rican politics, examining political participation and culture, political economy, and foreign affairs.

How does democracy survive despite regional turmoil, foreign intervention, and economic crisis?

After a review of socioeconomic and political forces, the author discusses how Costa Rican democracy endures through its institutions and political practices.

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