The book provides a thorough exploration of two significant economic policy shifts in France: the expansion of the public sector during the early 1980s under a Socialist government and the subsequent privatization and deregulation efforts that began with the Socialists and continued under conservative leadership. It highlights both the continuities and dramatic changes in the French state, offering insights into statist regulatory patterns observed in other nations.
This volume examines the interrelationship between democratic legitimacy at the European level and the ongoing Eurozone crisis that began in 2010.
"Democracy in Europe" explores how European integration affects national democracies, highlighting a democratic deficit more pronounced at the national level. It discusses the EU as a 'regional state' and examines its impact on member states' institutions, concluding that the failure lies in the communication of democratic ideas to the public, especially in simpler polities.
This groundbreaking book examines how European countries have adapted their political-economic policies in response to globalization and Europeanization, highlighting that while similarities exist, distinct national practices and discourses remain. It offers in-depth case studies of Britain, France, and Germany, showcasing their unique economic adjustments.
The world is facing many great challenges: from pandemics to climate change, and from increasing inequality to the issues surrounding digitalization. In a new and rapidly changing global landscape, Europe must look for solutions to these difficulties to follow up on its impressive decades-long process of integration. Europe has the capacity to chart a progressive course in the world. Our European Future offers solutions to rethink our socioeconomic model in the glare of the environmental and digital transformations; to redefine Europe's role in the world to contribute to renewed multilateralism; to strengthen investment in public goods; and finally, to re-invent our democratic contract. The book brings together the insights of renowned experts from across Europe, and it should prove a handy guide for any progressive thinker, policymaker or activist, and for any citizen who would like to take part in the necessary democratic debate about our future. This book, edited by Maria João Rodrigues with the collaboration of François Balate, is a first contribution from the Foundation for European Progressives Studies to the Conference on the Future of Europe and beyond.
The book explores the transformation of the French state's involvement in the economy from 1981 to 1995, highlighting how these changes influenced the business landscape. It delves into the shift from state control to market-oriented policies, analyzing the implications for various sectors and the overall economic environment during this pivotal period. Through detailed examination, it provides insights into the interplay between government actions and business responses in a transitioning economy.
The Political and Administrative History of Decentralization
Focusing on decentralization reforms in France from 1982 to 1986, the book examines how these changes reshaped the central state's role and empowered local governments. Vivien Schmidt provides a comparative historical perspective, tracing decentralization from the French Revolution and emphasizing significant reforms in the 1870s. By employing a blend of political sociology, cultural anthropology, and historical analysis, she uncovers the impact of these reforms on local governance and offers insights into the evolving nature of the French state across different republics.
