Migration and Democracy: How Remittances Undermine Dictatorships

Migration and Democracy: How Remittances Undermine Dictatorships

by Abel Escribà-Folch

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By David Scott FitzGerald

Migration is a global phenomenon, with millions of people moving from their home countries to live and work in other countries. This movement of people can have a significant impact on both the sending and receiving countries. One of the most important impacts is on the relationship between migration and democracy.

In this book, David Scott FitzGerald argues that remittances, or money sent home by migrants, can undermine dictatorships. He provides a detailed analysis of the role of remittances in influencing political change in countries such as Mexico, El Salvador, and the Philippines.

FitzGerald finds that remittances can have a number of positive effects on democracy. First, they can provide migrants with a source of financial independence, which can make them less likely to support authoritarian regimes. Second, remittances can help to create a more open and democratic society by fostering contact between migrants and their home countries. Third, remittances can help to strengthen civil society organizations, which can play a key role in promoting democracy.

FitzGerald's book is a timely and important contribution to the literature on migration and democracy. It provides a valuable analysis of the role of remittances in shaping political change in developing countries.

Chapter 1: The Rise of Migration

The first chapter of the book provides a brief overview of the history of migration. FitzGerald argues that migration has been a major force in human history, and that it has played a significant role in shaping the development of both sending and receiving countries.

FitzGerald discusses the different factors that have driven migration, including economic, political, and environmental factors. He also discusses the different types of migration, including permanent migration, temporary migration, and seasonal migration.

Chapter 2: Remittances and the Economy

The second chapter of the book examines the economic impact of remittances. FitzGerald finds that remittances can have a number of positive effects on the economy of sending countries. These effects include:

* Increased investment * Reduced poverty * Improved education and health outcomes * Reduced crime

FitzGerald also discusses the potential negative effects of remittances, such as inflation and currency appreciation. However, he argues that the positive effects of remittances far outweigh the negative effects.

Chapter 3: Remittances and Politics

The third chapter of the book examines the political impact of remittances. FitzGerald argues that remittances can have a number of positive effects on democracy. These effects include:

* Increased political participation * Reduced support for authoritarian regimes * Strengthened civil society organizations

FitzGerald discusses the different mechanisms through which remittances can influence politics. He also provides a number of case studies of countries where remittances have played a role in promoting democracy.

Chapter 4:

The fourth chapter of the book provides a to the argument that remittances can undermine dictatorships. FitzGerald summarizes the main findings of the book and discusses the implications of these findings for policy makers and development practitioners.

FitzGerald argues that remittances are a powerful force for democracy. He calls on policy makers and development practitioners to support policies that promote remittances and to use remittances to promote democratic development.

Bibliography

The book includes a bibliography of sources used in the research.

Index

The book includes an index of terms and concepts.

Migration and Democracy: How Remittances Undermine Dictatorships

by Abel Escribà-Folch

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6312 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	313 pages
Paperback	:	110 pages
Item Weight	:	7.8 ounces
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE