The field of International Relations (IR) encompasses various theories that seek to explain global phenomena, drawing from disciplines like history, philosophy, and economics. Theory, derived from contemplation and speculation, organizes ideas to explain issues such as state emergence, conflict caus

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Different forms of government exist in the world today, classified based on characteristics like participation, power distribution, and branches of power. Democracies emphasize people's involvement, while dictatorships concentrate power. Governments can be unitary, federal, or confederate, and power

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Gordon Tullock, an influential economist at George Mason University, challenged conventional wisdom by applying economic principles to politics. He viewed politics as a ruthless game of self-interest, analyzing dictatorships and revolutions with a cynical yet insightful perspective. Tullock's iconoc

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Exploring the evolution of political systems in Hungary post-1989, this examination delves into a spectrum of regimes including liberal democracies, dictatorships, and hybrid structures. It analyzes the intricacies of patronage politics and the sociological dimensions that shape the landscape of pow

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Explore different political systems, democracies vs. dictatorships, and types of voting processes in this engaging lesson plan. Students will learn to make informed decisions for their imaginary country as they delve into the intricacies of governance and electoral systems. From designing flags to a

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