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Dialogue with the Dictator: Authoritarian Legitimation and Information Management in Putin's Russia

Dialogue with the Dictator: Authoritarian Legitimation and Information Management in Putin's Russia

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Dialogue with the Dictator explores how authoritarian regimes use managed participation to manage information dilemmas and build regime legitimacy, reinforcing and entrenching autocratic leaders while limiting opportunities for democracy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press


Dialogue with the Dictator delves into the intricate mechanisms employed by authoritarian regimes to govern citizen-leader interactions, effectively addressing information dilemmas while bolstering regime legitimacy. Through a comprehensive exploration, the book unveils the conditions under which managed participation can either reinforce or undermine authoritarian control. Chapters shed light on how these tools are perceived by the public and the mechanisms through which they shape attitudes toward authorities. By offering limited avenues for participation in otherwise closed political systems, autocrats strategically bolster their regime's credibility while retaining ultimate control over the means and content of communication. While these strategies may initially appear to reinforce autocratic rule, they carry significant consequences that warrant careful consideration.

Through a blend of interviews, original surveys, and text analysis, Dialogue with the Dictator presents a novel theoretical framework for understanding managed participation within authoritarian contexts. It offers valuable insights into the benefits and potential pitfalls of this approach, contributing to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics governing authoritarian regimes. By examining the interplay between citizens, leaders, and the tools employed for managed participation, the book provides a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and activists seeking to navigate the challenges and opportunities of authoritarianism in today's world.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009427579

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