The Policing of Transnational Protest
Examining the dynamics of protest and state response
Abby Peterson author Donatella Della Porta editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:27th Feb '17
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This volume explores the evolution of policing strategies in response to transnational protests, particularly since the late 1990s. The Policing of Transnational Protest provides valuable insights.
In The Policing of Transnational Protest, a diverse group of researchers explores the evolution of policing methods concerning transnational protests that have emerged since the late 1990s. By analyzing case studies from various countries in North America and Europe, the authors shed light on the contemporary forms of political protest and the corresponding responses from authorities. This examination highlights how the dynamics of protest have changed in the wake of significant global events, particularly since the turn of the millennium.
The book emphasizes that the policing of protest has been an overlooked topic for many years, gaining traction in the 1990s, particularly following the pivotal protests in Seattle in 1999. The authors argue that the political climate has shifted dramatically since September 11, 2001, leading to a resurgence of protests that challenge traditional notions of law, order, and civil liberties. This context is crucial for understanding the new strategies employed by law enforcement agencies.
By integrating perspectives from sociology, criminology, political science, and mass communication, The Policing of Transnational Protest provides a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of political dissent and the evolving nature of public order. The volume encourages readers to consider how these changes affect both the rights of individuals and the responsibilities of the state in maintaining societal order.
’Seattle, Washington, Gothenburg, Copenhagen, Ottawa, Kananaskis, Genoa and Florence have all been played host to violent confrontations between police and anti-globalization protesters. This excellent collection of essays provides penetrating and fascinating analyses of those events and illuminating insights into why violence erupted. A 'must read' for academics, police professionals and protest organizers alike.' P.A.J. Waddington, University of Reading, UK 'As social movements and protests develop, a dark dance between protesters and police takes place. Della Porta and Reiter's volume gives deep insight into how these steps are sometimes choreographed and sometimes dramatically improvised - often leading to violence. This book represents the best social science thinking about protest policing. If that weren't enough, it also focuses on the compelling question of how local police confront transnational activists, illuminating cutting-edge questions of who leads the dance, who follows, and who chooses the tune.' Hank Johnston, Editor, Mobilization: An International Quarterly '...multidisciplinary approach, analytical focus and detailed descriptions make The Policing of Transnational Protest essential reading for those interested in new forms of political protest and public order policing.' Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management '...an important contribution...raise[s] new questions about the evolution of crowd control strategies in Western democracies.' Acta Sociologica 'As an outline of the strategic and tactical issues involved in the policing of mass demonstrations, this is essential reading for scholars, practitioners and policy makers in the fields of public and criminal law.' Journal of International Criminal Justice
ISBN: 9781138264120
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Weight: 453g
224 pages