Labor & Management Relations, 1991 - Present (Post-Soviet Russia) - History, Labor Studies - General & Miscellaneous, Russia (Federation) - History - Political Aspects, Economic Policies in Europe, Working Class
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Overview
How is it that the Soviet superpower became the economically dependent Russia of the late 1990s? Based upon archival research and extensive fieldwork, this study compares the policies of Gorbachev and Yeltsin as each attempted to come to grips with the Soviet economic legacy.. "Russia's Workers in Transition will spark spirited debate among those interested in Soviet and Russian history and politics, labor policy, and democratic transitions.Editorials
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Compares the policies of Gorbachev and Yeltsin as each tried to come to grips with the Soviet economic legacy, and reexamines established assumptions of post-communist transition theory. Focuses on the organization and activism of the Russian working class, and argues that the labor movement under Gorbachev was as crucial for the destruction of communism as were nationalist revolts. Shows how Yeltsin's policies weakened the movement and prevented democratic control, resulting in economic chaos. The author teaches political science at Syracuse University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
November 30, 1999
Publisher
Dekalb : Northern Illinois University Press, 1999.
Pages
208
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780875802534