Nature and Role of Political Participation

This study guide covers political participation, including its forms (voting, protests), the difference between voluntary and coerced participation, and supportive vs. oppositional participation. It examines violent political behavior with examples, the link between participation and legitimacy (including safety valves), the role of civil society, referenda, and differences between authoritarian and democratic regimes. The guide also provides final exam tips and focuses on comparing participation across regimes, analyzing violent behavior, and evaluating the effectiveness of participation.