Introduction -- A theory and lessons from the field -- Concessions : giving the movement what they want -- Repression : crossing "red-lines" -- Elections : using opposition to demobilize a social movement -- Internal fracture : structure, coalitions, and the tactical standstill of F20 -- The new hirak -- Conclusion : the future of contention.
Summary
"Badran examines how state polices can divide and effectively kill a social movement. Interviews with the February 20 Movement, the main organizer of mass protests in Morocco from 2011-12, reveal how reforms along with limited repression ultimately divided and weakened the movement"-- Provided by publisher.
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