Samuel Phillips Huntington Knihy

Historické kořeny a současná krize hodnot, které tvoří základ národní identity Američanů. "Tradiční americké hodnoty" a multikulturalismus. Charakteristika americké národní identity. Její základní složky vycházející z angloprotestantské kultury (individualismus, sebeprosazení, rovnost příležitostí). Proces formování amerického národa v průběhu historického vývoje. Idea jednotného národa a její historické proměny. Přistěhovalectví a multikulturalismus. Rozpad tradičních hodnot, "nová tvář" Ameriky a perspektivy pro 21. stol.

In this text, the author argues that as people increasingly define themselves by ethnicity and religion, the West will find itself more and more at odds with non-western civilizations that reject its ideals of democracy, human rights, liberty, the rule of law, and the separation of the church and state. Picturing a future of accelerated conflict and increasingly de-Westernized international relations, this text further argues for greater understanding of non-western civilizations and offers strategies for maximizing Western influence

Between 1974 and 1990, over thirty countries in southern Europe, Latin America, East Asia, and Eastern Europe transitioned from authoritarianism to democracy, marking a significant political trend in the late twentieth century. This analysis examines the causes and nature of these transitions, assesses the stability of new democracies, and considers the potential for further democratization. These recent changes represent the third major wave of democratization, each followed by a reverse wave where some nations reverted to authoritarianism. Through concrete examples and empirical evidence, the author explains the factors driving this trend, including the legitimacy crises of authoritarian regimes, economic and social development, the evolving role of the Catholic Church, and the influences of the U.S., the European Community, and the Soviet Union. The "snowballing" effect, where change in one country inspires others, is also highlighted. Key elite groups influenced the democratization processes, with compromise, elections, and nonviolent tactics being central. New democracies face challenges such as the "torturer problem" and the need to cultivate democratic values. The author argues that disillusionment with democracy can be crucial for its consolidation. The book concludes with an analysis of the factors that will determine the continuation of this wave and offers practical guidelines for those involved in democratization e

This now-classic examination of the development of viable political institutions in emerging nations is a major and enduring contribution to modern political analysis. In a new Foreword, Francis Fukuyama assesses Huntington’s achievement, examining the context of the book’s original publication as well as its lasting importance.“This pioneering volume, examining as it does the relation between development and stability, is an interesting and exciting addition to the literature.”—American Political Science Review“’Must’ reading for all those interested in comparative politics or in the study of development.”—Dankwart A. Rustow, Journal of International Affairs

Huntington examines the persistent gap between the promise of American ideals and the performance of American politics. He shows how Americans have always been united by the democratic creed of liberty, equality, and hostility to authority, but how these ideals have been frustrated through institutions and hierarchies needed to govern a democracy.

In this classic work, Huntington challenges old assumptions and ideas on the role of the military in society. Stressing the value of the military outlook for American national policy, Huntington has performed the distinctive task of developing a general theory of civil-military relations and subjecting it to rigorous historical analysis.

In his provocative new work, Huntington examines an identity crisis in America, focusing on the impact of other civilizations and their values on our national identity. He argues that America was founded by British settlers who introduced a distinct culture characterized by the English language, Protestant values, individualism, religious commitment, and respect for law. Over time, waves of immigrants assimilated into this Anglo-Protestant culture. However, the recent influx of primarily Hispanic immigrants has posed challenges to this assimilation, leading to issues such as bilingualism, multiculturalism, and the perceived devaluation of citizenship. The events of September 11 sparked a revival of American patriotism and a renewed sense of identity, yet signs indicate that this resurgence is waning. Huntington emphasizes the necessity of reasserting the core values that define what it means to be American. His timely and thought-provoking analysis is poised to shape the national conversation about identity and values in contemporary America.

The Crisis of Democracy: On the Governability of Democracies was initially a 1975 report written by Michel Crozier, Samuel P. Huntington, and Joji Watanuki for the Trilateral Commission and later published as a book. The report observed the political state of the United States, Europe and Japan and says that in the United States the problems of governance "stem from an excess of democracy" and thus advocates "to restore the prestige and authority of central government institutions."

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