Authoritarianism Both in Venezuela and Turkey

  • Furkan Burcu Yildiz

Student thesis: Master's ThesisMaster of Arts (MA)

Abstract

In this paper, I undertake a comparative analysis of the authoritarian process in Venezuela and Turkey. In both countries, there are signs of political and economic instabilities. Therefore, I examine Turkey's and Venezuela's politics and economy to understand the reasons for authoritarian regimes. The comparison reveals that both countries are en route of authoritarianism; however, the motives are different. As for Venezuela. comparison grounds the argument that their authoritativeness relies on economic instability. On the contrary, Turkey has a stable economy while it has been struggling with political upheavals.

The result of this study pinpoints different ways for authoritarian regimes. Even though authoritarian motives originated from different reasons, both countries approach an authoritarian regime. As a result, research suggests that Venezuela and Turkey are disadvantaged countries as democracies.
Date of Award2019
Original languageAmerican English
Awarding Institution
  • Eastern Illinois University
SupervisorRyan Burge (Supervisor)

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Political Science and International Relations

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