Social Sciences
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Political Choices Shape Economic Reforms in Central and Eastern Europe

East European quarterly
The Political Dynamics of Economic Reforms: Przeworski's Theory and the Case of Poland and Hungary
Pieter Vanhuysse

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The article discusses how countries in Central and Eastern Europe transitioned to democracy and market economies. It explores how political and economic reforms happen at different speeds, leading to challenges. The author, Przeworski, suggests that the choices made by politicians, technocrats, and the population play a crucial role in shaping outcomes. This approach has been influential in understanding the connection between political and economic changes in these regions.