This excerpt from Dual Transitions from Authoritarian Rule: Institutionalized Regimes in Chile and Mexico, 1970–2000 examines the intertwined political and economic transitions in Chile and Mexico during the late 20th century. The author analyzes how the pre-existing institutional structures of authoritarian rule, particularly their degree of institutionalization, shaped the nature and success of these dual transitions. The study contrasts the experiences of these two countries, highlighting the roles of political institutions, economic policies (neoliberalism and neopopulism), and international factors in shaping their respective paths toward democracy and market-oriented economies. The analysis focuses on the interplay between politico-economic synergies and antagonisms, demonstrating how institutional factors influenced the management of these tensions. Ultimately, the book argues that institutionalized authoritarian regimes, while seemingly paradoxical, facilitated more stable dual transitions compared to their less institutionalized counterparts.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Dual-Transitions-Authoritarian-Rule-Institutionalized/dp/080188800X?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=81852b4a3fd9b12891fbb7bf78902ad3&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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