Global Capital, Political Institutions, and Policy Change in Developed Welfare States

Discover the insightful analysis in Global Capital, Political Institutions, and Policy Change in Developed Welfare States by Duane Swank, published by Cambridge University Press in 2002. This compelling book, spanning 352 pages, challenges the widely held belief that the surge in international capital mobility post-1970 has led to the decline of welfare states in developed nations. Swank meticulously examines how globalization has not undermined the revenue-generating abilities of governments nor weakened the political institutions that uphold these welfare systems. Instead, he presents a nuanced perspective on the interplay between capital movements and political economy, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the dynamics of public policy, social services, and welfare state theory. Dive into this essential work to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding globalization and its impact on political institutions.