Democratization Theories and Concepts

The video explores why some countries are democratic and others are dictatorships, focusing on three theories of democratization: institutional, economic, and cultural. Institutional theories emphasize the role of political institutions, economic theories highlight the impact of economic development, and cultural theories focus on cultural shifts. Examples of democratic transitions are provided, and the video discusses the binary definition of democracy used in these theories.

What is the main focus of the video discussed in the introduction?

• The influence of social movements on policy

• The impact of technology on politics

• The differences between democracy and dictatorship

• The role of media in elections

According to institutional theories, what is crucial for democratization?

• Type and order of institutions

• International relations

• Cultural values

• Economic growth

What does Robert Dahl's poliarchy suggest about stable democracies?

• They expand participation before competition

• They prioritize cultural values

• They focus on economic growth

• They expand competition before participation

What is the main argument of modernization theory?

• Technological advancement leads to democratization

• Cultural change leads to democratization

• Economic development leads to democratization

• International pressure leads to democratization

Who is considered the main originator of modernization theory?

• Ronald Inglehart

• Christian Welzel

• Seymour Martin Lipset

• Robert Dahl

According to economic theories, which social class is empowered by economic development?

• The elite

• The middle class

• The working class

• The political class

What do cultural theories of democratization emphasize?

• The impact of cultural change

• The influence of economic classes

• The role of international organizations

• The importance of political parties

According to Inglehart and Welzel, what values are emphasized in richer countries?

• Traditional values

• Economic values

• Authoritarian values

• Self-expressive values

What is an intervening variable in cultural theories of democratization?

• International influence

• Political institutions

• Democratic culture

• Economic development

What will be discussed in class regarding the three theories?

• Their advantages and critiques

• Their historical origins

• Their impact on technology

• Their role in international relations