Bouandel, Youcef (2005) Reforming the Algerian electoral system. The Journal of Modern African Studies, 43 (3). pp. 393-415. ISSN 1469-7777
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In October 1988, Algeria began a process of transition from authoritarianism. Political reforms were introduced, on the surface, to facilitate the process of transition, but in reality to ensure the survival of the incumbent regime. The reform of the electoral system played a significant part in this survival strategy. Between 1989 and 1997, Algeria witnessed the adoption of three distinct electoral systems as the authorities sought ways to give a façade of democratisation while manipulating the rules to suit their purposes. This paper looks at the Algerian transition, asks why the Algerian authorities switched from one system to another, and assesses the impact of the three different electoral systems that the country has experienced.
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| Additional Information: | In October 1988, Algeria began a process of transition from authoritarianism. Political reforms were introduced, on the surface, to facilitate the process of transition, but in reality to ensure the survival of the incumbent regime. The reform of the electoral system played a significant part in this survival strategy. Between 1989 and 1997, Algeria witnessed the adoption of three distinct electoral systems as the authorities sought ways to give a façade of democratisation while manipulating the rules to suit their purposes. This paper looks at the Algerian transition, asks why the Algerian authorities switched from one system to another, and assesses the impact of the three different electoral systems that the country has experienced. |
| Keywords: | Algeria, Electoral system |
| Subjects: | L Social studies > L243 Politics of a specific country/region |
| Divisions: | College of Social Sciences > Faculty of Health & Social Sciences > School of Social & Political Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Bev Jones |
| Date Deposited: | 13 Jul 2007 |
| Last Modified: | 18 Jul 2011 16:15 |
| URI: | http://eprints.lincoln.ac.uk/id/eprint/961 |
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