Huber, Evelyne/ Stephens,
Democracy and the Left
- ISBN 13:
- 9780226356532
- author:
- Huber, Evelyne/ Stephens,
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 342
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 14.99 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Public Policy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Democracy and the Left: Social Policy and Inequality in Latin America explores how democratic institutions have influenced social policy in Latin America. Evelyne Huber and John D. Stephens argue that the resurgence of democracy has led to improvements in healthcare, education, and social assistance, as well as increased minimum wages. The authors examine 18 countries and compare them to five advanced social policy regimes in Latin America, including Portugal and Spain. They show how international power structures have shaped these policies, but also highlight the significance of democratic institutions in driving redistributive change. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of social policy in Latin America, shedding light on the complex factors that contribute to inequality and offering crucial insights for policymakers worldwide.
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