Juan Linz
Juan Linz (1926-2013) was a prominent political scientist known for his influential work on the dynamics of presidentialism and its implications for democracy, particularly in Latin America. His seminal essay, published in 1990, articulated the concept of 'double democratic legitimacy,' highlighting the inherent conflicts between executives and legislatures in presidential systems. Linz's critique of presidentialism emphasized its potential to lead to governmental instability and populist tendencies, which resonate in contemporary political discourse, especially in light of recent events in the United States, where his theories are being revisited as they relate to the presidency of Donald Trump.
Born on Jan 01, 1926 (99 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 2 | 5.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 407,029 | $1,119,000 | 1,665$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 20,983 | $350,000 | 144$ |
| Totals | 3 | 324,406,499 | 428,012 | $1,469,000 | 1,809$ |
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Recent Mentions
Indonesia:
Juan Linz defined the concept of authoritarianism that is referenced in discussions about Trumpism.
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Indonesia:
Juan Linz defined the concept of authoritarianism that is referenced in discussions about Trumpism.
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Colombia:
Juan Linz's work on presidentialism highlights its inherent flaws and the concept of 'double democratic legitimacy'.
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