Abstract
In this paper I study the development of civil society organizations and protest dynamics in the recent cycle of austerity (2011-2015). Although Portugal is usually considered to be a case of weak protest and civil society development, I argue that this observation is only correct for national level dynamics. It is mainly through local netowrks and associations that the Portuguese have engaged in resistance to austerity policies. Interestingly, and also against current interpretations, this localism is permeated by democratic and universalistic values. The long-term origins of this pattern of civic engagement are located in an inclusive and potentially participatory system of local government created during the social revolution of 1974-1975.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 1-23 |
| Number of pages | 23 |
| Publication status | Published - 8 Jul 2015 |
| Event | International Conference of Europeanists: Contradictions: Envisioning European Futures - Sciences Po, Paris, Paris, France Duration: 8 Jul 2015 → 10 Jul 2015 Conference number: 22 https://councilforeuropeanstudies.org/conferences/past-conferences/11-meetings-and-conferences/200-22nd-international-conference-of-europeanists-call-for-proposals |
Conference
| Conference | International Conference of Europeanists |
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| Country/Territory | France |
| City | Paris |
| Period | 8/07/15 → 10/07/15 |
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