Peter Achterberg Bücher

The book explores the diminishing support of the working class for leftist politics in Western nations, highlighting social conflicts and voting trends. It critiques traditional class theory, suggesting that it fails to fully account for the complexities behind this shift. By analyzing these dynamics, the author aims to provide a deeper understanding of the evolving political landscape and the factors contributing to this significant change in voter behavior.

This study investigates the consequences of processes of social individualisation and economic globalisation for welfare state solidarity. Solidarity is defined as the willingness to share risks. The institutions of the welfare state, such as social security or health care insurance, are founded on the willingness of citizens to share risks and org