Governance & Politics
Turkey on the Brink
Center for Security Policy
A 10-page US brief describing the change in Turkey's stance towards the West and Islamism
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-15
Beyond Goldwater-Nichols: U.S. Government and Defense Reform for a New Strategic Era - Phase 2 Report
Center for Strategic and International Studies
This 156-page report outlines drastic recommendations for improving U.S. national security policymaking and execution
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-07
Georgia's Security Challenges
Center for Strategic and International Studies
The 16-page transcript of an address by Georgia's president covering domestic reforms, regional conflict resolution efforts and Georgia's relationship with Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-19
Modernization and Democratization in the Muslim World: Obstacles and Remedies
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 50-page report seeking to explain the issues and interconnections lying behind the Muslim world's modernization and democratization gap
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-15
The 9/11 Commission Report: Strengths and Weaknesses
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 12-page analysis of the 9/11 Commission report, urging caution in implementing all of its recommendations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-19
Open Government and e-Government: Democratic Challenges from a Public Value Perspective
Center for Technology in Government
This 9-page US paper considers open government (OG) within the context of egovernment and its broader implications for the future of public administration
Governance & Politics, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-07-13
The Long Way of the Emerging Ombudsman Institution in Bulgaria
Center for the Study of Democracy
This 5-page brief examines recent developments in establishing national and local ombudsmen in Bulgaria
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-28
Transnational Governance and Legitimacy
Center for Transatlantic, Foreign and Security Policy
A 23-page paper examining the concept of governance in the global system
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-29
Transnational Governance and Legitimacy
Center for Transatlantic, Foreign and Security Policy Studies
A 23-page paper addressing the issue of governance within a global system
Governance & Politics, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2004-06-03
Do Democratic Transitions Produce Bad Economic Outcomes?
Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law
This 16-page working paper examines the effect of democratization on economic performance
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2005-01-26
The 2004 Indonesian Elections: How the System Works and What the Parties Stand For
Centre for Democratic Institutions - ANU
This 44-page study outlines Indonesia's new constitutional process and analyses the effects that the new system may have on the future conduct of Indonesian politics
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-19
Democratization in the European Neighbourhood
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 240-page book on the process of democratization in the wider European Neighbourhood since 2004
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-11-07
It's A Long Way to Copenhagen
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 7-page policy brief examining Turkey's potential for economic growth and accession to the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-04-05
Trail to Failure: History of the Constitutional Rejection and Implications for the Future
Centre for European Policy Studies
This paper examines what the EU's next step should be, following the failure to gain acceptance for the European Constitution
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-02
Parties of Power as Roadblocks to Democracy: The Cases of Ukraine and Egypt
Centre for European Policy Studies
This policy brief argues that parties of power obstruct democratic consolidation
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-06
Promoting Democracy Through Civil Society: How to Step Up the EU's Policy towards the Eastern Neighbourhood
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 37-page study arguing that civil society should be a more important priority in democracy promotion to the EU's Eastern Neighbourhood
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-09
After the European Council: A Europe of Projects Without a Plan?
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 2-page commentary analyzing the results of the June European Council in respect of the future of the Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-01
The E.U. Constitutional Treaty: The Final Deal
Centre for European Reform
A 2-page briefing note summarizing the key decisions taken on the E.U.'s new constitutional treaty at the June European Council summit
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-02
Could a Hard Core Run the Enlarged EU?
Centre for European Reform
This 9-page briefing paper examines the feasibility of a Germany-France-UK axis being able to assume leadership of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-19
A Guide to the Referenda on the E.U. Constitutional Treaty
Centre for European Reform
A 6-page briefing note about the referenda on the E.U. Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-03
Adieu Europe?
Centre for European Reform
An article commenting on the state of European integration
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-04
Barroso's Galacticos? The New European Commission
Centre for European Reform
A 5-page assessment of the new European Commission appointed by E.U. president Barroso
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-13
Governance and the Military: Perspectives for Change in Turkey
Centre for European Security Studies
This 195-page paper reviews the changes made by Turkey in respect of the role of its military in politics and society
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-04
Are Public Sector Workers Motivated by Money?
Centre for Health Economics Research and Evaluation
A 16-page lecture showing that incentive schemes can bring about increased productivity in public service
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-09
Smothered by the Security Blanket: Risk, Responsibility and the Role of Government
Centre for Independent Studies
This 38-page Australian occasional paper criticises the tendency for governments to regulate so as to minimise all risk, thus eroding personal freedoms and undermining personal responsibility
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-09
The U.N. in 2003: Letter from New York
Centre for International and Public Law, ANU
The 9-page text of a speech by the Australian Ambassador to the U.N. in which he examines the organisation's role during 2003 and considers proposals for reform
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-02-16
2004 General Election: Interim Report
Centre for Monitoring Election Violence
This 21-page report describes election-related violence in Sri Lanka during the current general election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-31
Beyond the Blunt Instrument: The Efficiency Dividend and its Alternatives
Centre for Policy Development
A 44-page Australian study arguing that there are better ways than the efficiency dividend to promote efficiency within the public service which don’t compromise the role of public sector agencies or risk reducing the quality of service delivery
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-15
Australian Electronic Governance Conference 2004
Centre for Public Policy
Papers covering a wide range of topics relating to electronic governance, presented at this April 2004 confence in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-31
Partnerships and Collaborative Advantage: Some Reflections on New Forms of Network Governance
Centre for Public Policy
This 26-page Australian paper considers whether the old rigidities in bureaucratic and institutional thinking really have something new to say
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-12-14
Voter Tracking Software: The Dark Side of Technology and Democracy
Centre for Public Policy
A 27-page critical examination of the use of voter-tracking software in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-23
Government, The Third Sector and the Rise of Social Capital
Centre for Research in Public Sector Management
An Australian paper discussing whether social capital will emerge as a major theme in Australian public policy and, if so, the implications for third sector organisations involved with health, labour market and community services
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2005-11-23
Population Ageing and Structural Adjustment
Centre of Policy Studies
This 56-page Australian working paper considers how the structure of the economy is likely to be affected by age-related shifts in total hours of employment, in hours of employment distinguished by skill, in the commodity composition of household final consumption, and in government final consumption
Ageing, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-03
Politics Matter: Changes in Unionization Rates in Rich Countries, 1960-2010
CEPR
This 21-page US report reviews unionization data covering the last 5 decades for 21 rich economies. The researchers consider both union coverage (the share of workers whose terms of employment are covered by a collective bargaining agreement) and union membership
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-17
Decreasing Inequality Under Latin America’s ‘Social Democratic’ and ‘Populist’ Governments: Is the Difference Real?
CEPR
This 19-page US study argues that there is no statistical basis to claim that “social democratic” governments in Latin America have been more effective at reducing inequality than “left-populist” ones
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-03
The Chávez Administration at 10 Years: The Economy and Social Indicators
CEPR
This 24-page US paper looks at some of the most important economic and social indicators during the 10 years of the Chávez administration in Venezuela, as well as the current economic expansion. It also looks at the current situation and challenges.
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-06
What is Happening in Turkey? Party Closure and Beyond
CEPS
A 3-page commentary providing a background to current political tensions in Turkey
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-04
A Reinforced Obstacle to Democracy
CEPS
A 22-page working paper on the relationship between energy and democracy
Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-04
Modernisation and a New Political Game in Russia?
CEPS
This 2-page commentary explains why 2012 will be a decisive year for Russia and an interesting one for the rest of the world
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-19
The Greek Fiscal Adjustment Programme: An Evaluation
CEPS
This 3-page commentary argues that the growth hoped for on the part of the Greek government for recovery will not be achieved. The necessary fiscal adjustment to bring Greek pubic finances into a viable situation is due to be more difficult than initially announced
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-26
What Can Be Expected from the Czech EU Presidency?
CEPS
A 5-page commentary on what might be expected from the Czech presidency of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-13
The Same Old Modernisation Game? Russian Interpretations of Modernisation
CEPS
This 14-page working document aims to illustrate the diversity of and competition for the dominance of views on Russia’s future. It further analyses the obstacles to a successful realisation of the ambitious modernisation agenda and outline the implications for the new EU-Russia modernisation partnership
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
Democratization and Human Rights in Central Asia
CEPS
This 11-page policy brief examines the progress made in Central Asia to introduce democratic reform and respect for human rights
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2007-07-11
State Capture and Widespread Corruption in Serbia
CEPS
A 37-page working paper examining the nature and scale of state capture in Serbia
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-03-22
Democracy’s Plight in the European Neighbourhood: Struggling transitions and proliferating dynasties
CEPS
This paper discusses whether international democracy promotion in the European neighbourhood is running out of steam
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-11-02
Islamist Radicalisation: The Challenge for Euro-Mediterranean Relations
CEPS
In this 181-page book, Arab and European authors ask whether the EU's current policies are contributing to the radicalisation of Islamist movements in the Middle East and North Africa, and argue in favour of an EU policy based on inclusion
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-14
Lessons from the Czech EU Presidency
CEPS
This 2-page Czech commentary identifies five major mistakes made during the Czech Presidency of the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-14
Greece’s Soft Budgets in Hard Times
CEPS
A 3-page commentary on Greece's core problems
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-15
Political Islam in Turkey
CEPS
This 16-page working paper examines the sustainability of the pro-European discourse in Turkey
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-25
Political Islam and European Foreign Policy
CEPS
A 199-page collection of essays offering a Muslim perspective on the EU's policy towards Muslim democratic parties in the Mediterranean Arab states
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-04
Political Islam in Egypt
CEPS
A 20-page working paper examining changes in Egyptian political Islam and considering possible democratic models for Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-25
Dignity, Democracies & Dynasties – in the Wake of the Revolt on the Arab Street
CEPS
A 3-page commentary considering what may follow after the heady days of revolutionary euphoria in Tunis and Cairo
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
Time for Action: Immediate Priorities for the Next European Commission
CEPS
This 11-page policy brief offers recommendations focused on four areas: the reform of the financial sector; transport and climate policy; police and judicial cooperation; common security and foreign policy
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-26
Political Islam in Morocco
CEPS
This 13-page working paper examines the potential challenges to relations with Europe posed by the growing electoral popularity of Morocco's Islamists
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-14
Political Islam in Algeria
CEPS
A 10-page working paper analyzing how Islamic parties in Algeria are building a new relationship with democratic mechanisms in Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-14
After the European election: A more conservative EU
CEPS
A brief assessment of the outcome for Europe and for the European Parliament itself in the aftermath of the European parliamentary elections
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-14
Policy-Making in the EU: Achievements, Challenges and Proposals for Reform
CEPS
The 120-page report on the findings of a number of expert groups formed to analyse the major issues and challenges facing the European Union today and to put forward recommendations for reform that can realistically be implemented in the short and medium term
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-14
Spillovers from the Arab Revolts: Is Armenia next in line?
CEPS
A 5-page policy brief contemplating four possible scenarios for the country’s future development and suggests possible responses from the EU
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-23
Is European Democracy Promotion on the Wane?
CEPS
This 20-page working paper examines the limits to the EU's democracy policies
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15
Kosovo Merits Special Status as Part of the EU
CEPS
A 4-page policy brief proposing a special relationship that the EU might develop with Kosovo to help avert future conflict
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-12
The Arab Regatta: A Half Year Report Card
CEPS
A 3-page commentary assessing the huge political transition taking place in the Arab world
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-20
What is Holding Italy Back?
CEPS
This 5-page commentary attributes italy's poor growth to the country’s abysmal record on such governance factors as corruption and the rule of law
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-11-15
What Exactly is Happening in Turkey?
CEPS
A 3-page commentary on current political moves in Turkey
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-11
The Bosnian Hiatus: A Story of Misinterpretations
CEPS
This 12-page policy brief presents an overview of the different opinions that have been blocking the closure of the Office of the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina (OHR)
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-01
On Track: Moldova Wants EU Integration, but Needs to do its Homework First
CEPS
This 2-page commentary asserts that moves by Moldova towards further visa liberalisation and a deep and comprehensive free trade area with the EU will largely depend on the sustainability and operability of the new government
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-09
Europe in the 21st century: Perspectives from the Lisbon Treaty
CEPS
A 297-page collection of essays analysing the changing equilibria in common policies, institutional settings and mechanisms of legitimisation of the European Union and sketching out possible scenarios for the 21st century
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-09
Time for Justice in Kosovo
CEPS
This commentary explores the options available to the EU in its self-appointed role as the leading force for the political transformation and economic integration of the whole of the Western Balkans into modern Europe and its values
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-17
Syria and Lebanon: Diverging Paths of State Unsustainability
CEPS
This 20-page paper analyses the prospects for stability and sustainability in the states of Syria and Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-23
A People’s Peace in Cyprus: Testing Public Opinion on the Options for a Comprehensive Settlement
CEPS
A 118-page book containing the results of a survey, conducted simultaneously in the Southern and Northern parts of the island in January and February 2009. It delves into the Cypriots’ views on the thorniest questions of the conflict
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-13
The Treaty of Lisbon: Implementing the International Innovations
CEPS
A 150-page collaborative report aiming to highlight potential problems in implementing the Treaty of Lisbon and to mitigate possible negative effects
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-22
Global Matrix: A Conceptual and Organisational Framework for Researching the Future of Global Governance
CEPS
This 26-page working paper advances in a systematic and structured inter-disciplinary (matrix) framework a research agenda for examining the stance of major world actors on the key policy dimensions to world politics
Governance & Politics, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-07-20
EU Justice and Home Affairs in the Western Balkans
CEPS
This 34-page working paper examines the routes by which the EU can bring states in the Western Balkans closer to EU standards in justice and home affairs
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-23
Tajikistan: 'Revolutionary Situation' or a Resilient State?
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief assesses the extent to which the danger of state failure is in fact real by outlining developments in the key areas of economy and security, and examining the regime’s coping capacity to deal with emerging challenges
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-12-29
Sarkozy, Secularism and Turkey's European Future
CER
A commentary on recent political developments in Turkey
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-01
Serbia's European Choice
CER
An 8-page policy brief examining the choices currently facing Serbia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-24
The CER Guide to the Reform Treaty
CER
A 6-page briefing note explaining the compromises behind the new EU treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-18
Hurrah for an End to EU Navel Gazing
CER
A 4-page briefing note commenting on the implications of the proposed EU reform treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-03
Europe's Flawed Approach to Arab Democracy
CER
A 6-page critique of the EU's efforts to promote political reform in North Africa and the Middle East
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2006-11-15
Will the Irish Guillotine Lisbon?
CER
A 3-page briefing note on the prospects for Ireland's referendum on the Lisbon Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-05
Britain and the EU: A Crisis Looms
CER
A commentary on a potential falling out between Britain and the EU on the outstanding issue of a constitutional treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-03-30
Will Spain Remain a Small Country?
CER
A 3-page briefing note commenting on Spain's influence within the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-25
Ukraine's Real Problem
CER
An article describing the weaknesses in Ukraine's governance
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-30
How Strong is Russia's Economic Foundation?
CER
This 7-page policy brief examines the strength of the Russian economy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-03
The EU Must Stand Firm on Bosnia
CER
A commentary calling on the EU to reinforce its stance in support of Bosnian unity
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-28
What Europeans Think About Turkey and Why
CER
A 7-page briefing paper on European public opinion regarding Turkish accession to the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-08-29
Decentralization and Foreign Aid Effectiveness: Do Aid Modality and Federal Design Matter in Poverty Alleviation?
CESifo
This 27-page working paper empirically studies the impact of decentralization on foreign aid effectiveness
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-05-13
Political Polarization and the Electoral Effects of Media Bias
CESifo
This 35-page working paper illustrates how media bias provides a mechanism through which political polarization can effect electoral outcomes
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-10
What Actually Happens to EU Directives in the Member States?
CESifo
This working paper investigates the transposition patterns of EU directives in member states
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-26
Determinants of Direct Democracy
CESifo
This 23-page paper investigates the demographic, economic, political and cultural determinants of direct democracy in 87 countries
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-08-29
The European Union and the Member States: Which Level of Government Should Do What?
CESifo
This 37-page working paper studies the preferences of European citizens concerning the allocation of powers between EU and the member states
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-09-20
Lame Ducks and Divided Government: How Voters Control the Unaccountable
CESifo
This paper shows that voters consider the institutional environment when making electoral decisions
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-05
Precommitted Government Spending and Partisan Politics
CESifo
This 37-page working paper analyzes government commitments to ongoing spending programs that require future outlays
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-06-10
How Do Electoral Systems Affect Fiscal Policy?
CESifo
This 50-page working paper analyzes how the adoption of proportional representation affects fiscal policy. It shows that proportional systems shift spending toward broad goods (e.g. education and welfare benefits) but decrease spending on targetable goods
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-19
Right-Wing Extremism and the Well-Being of Immigrants
CESifo
This 25-page working paper analyzes the effects of right-wing extremism on the well-being of immigrants based on data from the German Socio-Economic Panel (SOEP) for the years 1984 to 2006 merged with state-level information on election outcomes
Immigration & Refugees, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-19
Corporate Taxation and the Impact of Governance, Political and Economic Factors
CESifo
This 44-page paper uses two international data sets to investigate how governance, political and economic factors influence corporate tax rates
Taxation, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-04
Gender Quotas and the Quality of Politicians
CESifo
This 42-page working paper analyzes the effect of the introduction of gender quotas in candidate lists on the quality of elected politicians
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-16
The Effect of Direct Democracy on Income Redistribution: Evidence for Switzerland
CESifo
This paper examines the influence of direct democracy on income distribution
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-12-21
Voting When the Stakes are High
CESifo
This working paper studies how turnout is affected by exogenous variation in governments’ financial flexibility to provide pork for their voters
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-09-23
The Greek Crisis: Causes and Consequences
CESifo
This 15-page working paper takes stock of the factors that led to the explosion of Greek public debt, the loss of competitiveness, and the failure of the first EU-IMF programme
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-15
Determinants of Constitutional Change: Why Do Countries Change Their Form of Government?
CESifo
A country’s form of government has important economic and political consequences, but the determinants that lead countries to choose either parliamentary or presidential systems are largely unexplored. This paper studies this choice by analyzing the factors that make countries switch from parliamentary to presidential systems (or vice versa)
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-24