Contributing to the literature on democratic transitions and with a focus on institutional bargaining, in this fascinating book the Hungarian case is contrasted with those of Poland, South Africa and China to explore the contours of what bargaining strategies affect outcomes. The result is an increased understanding of how actors and their interaction can make peaceful transition possible.

Autorentext
JOHN SCHIEMANN is an Assistant Professor of Administrative Science at Fairleigh Dickinson University, USA.

Inhalt
Pact-Making, Bargaining, and Institutional Choice Pact-Making in Hungary: The 1989 Hungarian Roundtable Talks Opposition Intransigence and Risk-Taking: The Presidency Patience and Bargaining Power: The Constitutional Court Incredible Promises and Credible Threats: The Law on Political Parties Comparative Perspectives: South Africa, Poland, and China