Description: "This book examines governance from the ground up in the world's two most enduring electoral authoritarian or 'hybrid' regimes (Singapore and Malaysia)-regimes that blend politically liberal and authoritarian features to evade substantive democracy"--
Review Quotes:
Roots of Resilience makes an important contribution to the literature on Malaysia and Singapore by providing historical depth and empirical richness to the argument that dominant parties reshape the political sphere to maximize their advantages. It will serve as a useful reference point in navigating the increasing uncertainty that the dominant parties of both countries face in the years ahead.
-- "Pacific Affairs"