Dissident democratic leaders are exceptional individuals who risk much trying to advance the cause of democracy in authoritarian regimes. This unique and intriguing book employs fine-grained studies of ten dissident leaders in Asia to show their vital role in democratic transformations. The vivid and dramatic accounts of their political struggles reveal how particular institutional, cultural, religious and ethnic conditions affect individual leaders. They also displ… More >>
Dissident Democrats: The Challenge of Democratic Leadership in Asia
Tags: Asia, authoritarian regimes, Challenge, Democracy, Democratic, democratic leaders, democratic leadership, Democrats, Dissident, dramatic accounts, intriguing book, Leadership, political struggles