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Soviet democracy, 1917-91

Authors :
Priestland, David
Source :
European History Quarterly. Jan, 2002, Vol. 32 Issue 1, p111, 20 p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

This article examines the significance of the Soviet regime's ideology of democracy. The author, focusing on popular participation in administration, the rule of the proletariat, control over the economy, and workplace democracy, argues Soviet democracy contributed to the demise of the Soviet Union by undermining its political and economic stability.

Subjects

Subjects :
Soviet Union -- Political aspects
Communism -- Analysis
Proletariat -- Political activity
Economic policy -- Analysis
History
Regional focus/area studies

Details

ISSN :
02656914
Volume :
32
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
European History Quarterly
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.84558336

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