Abstract
ABSTRACTThe current literature on politicization can be separated into three groups: politicization within national political systems, of the EU, and of international institutions. In spite of speaking about a similar phenomenon based on a common definition, these three strands of literature do not interact with each other and display, beyond the definitional consensus, significant differences. The focus on different political levels also leads to various assessments. This contribution compares these three strands of literature with the goal of showing that it is necessary to simultaneously look at all three levels to understand the dynamics of politicization and de-politicization. There is a significant potential of analyzing different (de-)politicization processes in an integrative framework to provide fresh insights for each of the fields. In fact, some of the differences between the three kinds of literature can be resolved only by looking at the three levels in parallel.
Highlights
The current literature on politicization can be separated into three groups: politicization within national political systems, of the European Union (EU), and of international institutions
It is an important issue in the current study of European integration, indicating that the European politics has moved from a permissive consensus to constraining dissensus with an increased role for identity politics
In spite of speaking about a similar phenomenon based on a common definition and pointing to fundamental transformations, these three strands of literature do not interact with each other but display, beyond the definitional consensus, significant differences
Summary
The current literature on politicization can be separated into three groups: politicization within national political systems, of the EU, and of international institutions. They already indicated a change in the trend since signs of re-politicization on the national level were emerging: the establishment of new parties, especially the first right-wing populist parties in Austria, France, and Switzerland (e.g., Betz 1994); social movements resisting potentially destructive technologies (Beck 1993); increasing polarization in American politics (DiMaggio et al 1996); and more recently a renewed increase in voter turnout.
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
