The meanings of 1989.(Central and Eastern Europe: Gains and Losses in the Transition to Democracy)
From: Social Research
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Date: 6/22/1996
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Author: Isaac, Jeffrey C.
The central and eastern European revolution of 1989, culminating in the fall of the Berlin wall and the end of communist rule, has more than one meaning. Opposition and participation goes beyond merely triumphant political liberty. The transition to liberal democracy in formerly communist Europe is a shared process by citizens to resist corruption and alienation often experienced by people in western democracies. In fact, the West could learn from practical democrats in Europe and their ...
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