Essays about: "Political Motives"

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1. 1. It Takes Two to Tango: Perceptions and Motivations Towards Campaign Clientelism in Zambia

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Fubu Ngubu; [2023]
   Keywords : Keywords: Campaign clientelism; Information theory; mixed methods; System justification theory; Zambia.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Various studies on clientelism usually start from a common puzzle: Why is campaign clientelism widely practised by politicians even when they have no means of ensuring reciprocity from the voters? Similarly, why is campaign clientelism widespread amongst voters despite its numerous negative consequences on societies, democracy, and development? These puzzles have motivated my research, where I attempt to understand the perceptions and motivations of politicians and voters towards campaign clientelism in Zambia. To address the research question, two forms of data collection methods were utilised, in-depth interviews with politicians at the local level and a survey of voters in densely populated areas (Lusaka and Kitwe). READ MORE

3. 2. “For Your Freedom and Ours” Exploring the Motives Behind the Polish and Czech Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine through Role Conceptions

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Linnea Månsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Czech Republic; Poland; role conceptions; role theory; Ukraine; European Union; United States.; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : In their response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in 2022, Poland and the Czech Republic surprised the world with their decisive and strong support, being leading contributors of both humanitarian and military aid. This paper is a qualitative case study using content analysis method and the theoretical framework of role theory. READ MORE

4. 3. Political Ecology of renewable energy transitions on the Åland Islands

   University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

   Author : Moon Hee Chu; Miroslav Lakota; [2023]
   Keywords : Renewable energy transitions; Sustainability Science; Offshore wind farms; Political Ecology; Gender; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Amidst a climate and biodiversity crisis, transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources has become imperative. On the Åland Islands, planned large-scale offshore wind farms offer potential economic growth but entail environmental and social impacts. READ MORE

5. 4. Cultural heritage under attack - Putin's motives for attacking Ukrainian cultural heritage

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Ellen Archer; [2023]
   Keywords : Putin; Russia-Ukraine war; Cultural heritage; Conflict; Postcolonial theory; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : On February 24th 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Since then Ukraine has reported damage to more than 1000 sites of cultural importance. READ MORE

6. 5. The Heraldry of the Vasa Dynasty : Coats of arms as propaganda tools in conflicts with the outside world and within the family

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för samhälls- och kulturvetenskap (from 2013)

   Author : Björn Fridén; [2023]
   Keywords : Heraldry; History; Early modern history; Vasa Dynasty; Propaganda; State formation; Nobility; Royalty; Sweden; Finland;

   Abstract : During the rule of the house of Vasa 1523-1654, Sweden saw a vastly increased output of new government heraldry and official symbols. This thesis investigates the political motives behind the creation of these symbols and their use as propaganda tools as part of the formation of the Swedish state. READ MORE