Ilan Peleg Bücher

The book presents a comprehensive analytical framework for understanding majority-minority relations in divided societies, emphasizing the challenges faced by hegemonic states dominated by a single ethnic group. It argues that these states must adapt to global norms of democracy and equal rights or risk losing international legitimacy and facing civil unrest. Through an in-depth analysis of 14 case studies, the author critiques conventional liberal democratic approaches, advocating for the incorporation of significant group rights alongside individual rights through substantial constitutional reforms.

The book offers a deep examination of the various influences that have shaped George W. Bush's approach to foreign policy. It delves into the political, social, and historical contexts that informed his decisions and actions on the global stage. Additionally, it provides insightful recommendations for future administrations, aiming to guide them in navigating the complexities of international relations based on lessons learned from Bush's tenure.

The book presents a comprehensive analytical framework for understanding majority-minority relations in deeply divided societies, particularly focusing on hegemonic states dominated by one ethnic group. It argues that these states face pressures to adapt to global standards of democracy and equal rights or risk losing legitimacy and facing civil unrest. Through a detailed analysis of 14 case studies, the author challenges conventional liberal democratic views, advocating for the incorporation of significant group rights alongside individual rights as a means to achieve stability and transformation.

Arguing that a comprehensive and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict depends on a resolution of the Jewish-Palestinian conflict within Israel as much as it does on resolving the conflict between Israel and Palestinians in the Occupied Territories, this timely book explores the causes and consequences of the growing conflict between Israel's Jewish majority and its Palestinian-Arab minority. It warns that if Jewish-Arab relations in Israel continue to deteriorate, this will pose a serious threat to the stability of Israel, to the quality of Israeli democracy, and to the potential for peace in the Middle East. The book examines the views and attitudes of both the Palestinian minority and the Jewish majority, as well as the Israeli state's historic approach to its Arab citizens. Drawing upon the experience of other states with national minorities, the authors put forward specific proposals for safeguarding and enhancing the rights of the Palestinian minority while maintaining the country's Jewish identity.