Dampening the Powder Keg

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The book examines the dynamics of interethnic relations in post-communist Romania and Slovakia, highlighting their peaceful democratization despite challenges like the lack of specific institutions for managing ethnic relations. It argues that the establishment of basic democratic institutions has fostered interethnic cooperation, allowing for the inclusion of ethnic minorities in political processes. This analysis challenges the assumption that multiethnic countries are prone to violence, offering insights valuable for scholars and policymakers focused on conflict prevention.