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13 de May de 2010

Lobbying to Reduce the ‘Brazil Cost’: The Political Strategies of Brazilian Entrepreneurs

Author: Wagner Pralon Mancuso Abstract: This chapter examines the political strategies adopted by industrial entrepreneurs in their campaign for reducing the so-called ‘Brazil cost’ (custo Brasil) — which refers to factors and conditions that are perceived as hindering competitiveness — and the outcomes achieved through this campaign. It covers a […]
4 de May de 2010

Political parties and interest groups: definitions, actions and links

Author: Wagner Pralon Mancuso Abstract: Political parties and interest groups are instruments of mediation between society and the State that are present in all contemporary democracies. This article suggests answers to three questions: i) what is the specific nature of these organizations?; ii) what political activities do they perform?; and […]