{"product_id":"civil-movements-in-an-illiberal-regime-political-activism-in-hungary-9789633866221","title":"Civil Movements in an Illiberal Regime: Political Activism in Hungary","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis study examines the tensions between opposing civil society and party-political actors in Hungary, where left and liberal parties have faced a crisis in credibility, while bottom-up initiatives, social and political movements, and non-governmental organizations have gained momentum. The ruling power is also active in the extra-parliamentary political arena, mobilizing voters outside of election campaigns and implementing a movement governance. Mikecz identifies different patterns of activism and creates a coherent typology to understand the mechanisms of illiberal postcommunist regimes. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 238 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central European University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis study by Dániel Mikecz delves into the complex dynamics between opposing civil society and party-political actors in Hungary. As successive elections showcase the growing confidence of Viktor Orbán's illiberal regime, left and liberal opposition parties have grappled with a protracted crisis of credibility. At the same time, civil society has remained dynamic, with bottom-up initiatives, social and political movements, and non-governmental organizations gaining momentum in the public sphere. The ruling power is also active in the extra-parliamentary political arena, mobilizing voters through national consultations, Peace Marches, and other means. Orbán's governing Fidesz party has implemented a movement governance approach, leveraging top-down or astroturf mobilization to shape public opinion and influence political outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMikecz's study offers a comprehensive examination of this regime's mobilization strategies. He identifies various patterns of activism and develops a coherent typology, providing detailed descriptions of each type based on opinion surveys, protest surveys, and content analysis. The categorization and comprehensive exploration of civil movements shed light on the mechanisms of illiberal postcommunist regimes, offering a deep understanding of the dynamics and strategies employed by these regimes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis study is a valuable contribution to the field of political science, shedding light on the complex interplay between civil society, party-political actors, and the dynamics of authoritarianism in postcommunist contexts. It provides insights into the challenges faced by opposition parties and civil society organizations and the strategies employed by ruling powers to maintain and consolidate their power. The study's findings have important implications for democratic governance, social movements, and the broader struggle for political freedom and human rights in Hungary and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 492g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 x 14 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9789633866221\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DanielMikecz","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44550113591546,"sku":"9789633866221","price":108.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1694184308954_book.jpg?v=1694255795","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/civil-movements-in-an-illiberal-regime-political-activism-in-hungary-9789633866221","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}