Movements and Parties: Critical Connections in American Political Development

Sidney Tarrow explores how social movements intersect with mainstream political parties, examining major episodes of contention in American history. He shows that relationships between movements and parties have been central to American democratization, but today, movement politics has become more widespread as parties have become weaker, threatening the future of American democracy.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 26 August 2021
\n Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Social movements have a significant impact on mainstream political parties' agendas, and their relationship with these parties can be complex and multifaceted. While some argue that social movements are coopted by political parties, others suggest that they can be more radically transformative. Examining major episodes of contention in American politics, from the Civil War era to the women's rights and civil rights movements to the Tea Party and Trumpism today, Sidney Tarrow explores these questions and provides a new account of how the interactions between movements and parties have been transformed over the course of American history.

Tarrow argues that the relationships between movements and parties have been central to American democratization, at times expanding it and at times threatening its future. He shows that movements have played a crucial role in shaping political agendas history, from the abolitionist movement to the civil rights movement. However, the relationship between movements and parties has also been marked by tensions and conflicts.

One of the key themes in Tarrow's work is the role of political parties in shaping the agenda of social movements. He argues that political parties have often been reluctant to embrace social movements, as they can threaten their power and influence. However, at times, political parties have also been forced to respond to the demands of social movements, leading to significant changes in policy and legislation.

Tarrow also explores the impact of technology on the relationship between movements and parties. He argues that the rise of social media and other digital technologies has facilitated the growth of movement politics, as it has made it easier for people to organize and communicate with each other. However, it has also created new challenges for social movements, such as the need to navigate complex digital landscapes and deal with the spread of misinformation.

In conclusion, social movements have a significant impact on mainstream political parties' agendas, and their relationship with these parties can be complex and multifaceted. While some argue that social movements are coopted by political parties, others suggest that they can be more radically transformative. Examining major episodes of contention in American politics, from the Civil War era to the women's rights and civil rights movements to the Tea Party and Trumpism today, Sidney Tarrow provides a new account of how the interactions between movements and parties have been transformed over the course of American history. The future of American democracy hangs in the balance, and it is essential to understand the role of social movements in shaping this future.

\n Weight: 480g\n
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781009013963\n \n