The Smooth Transition: Spain's 1978 Constitution and the Nationalities Question |
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Authors: | Daniele Conversi |
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Institution: | 1. Loughborough University , UK A.E.S.Bairner@lboro.ac.uk |
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Abstract: | Nationalist movements have played a key role in Spain's democratic transition, contributing decisively to frame the Spanish state in its present shape. This article will focus on the role of Constitution-making in providing the legitimacy needed in democratic transitions affected by the rise of sharp ethno-national conflicts. Among the contributing factors to the Transition's success the following are stressed: the Monarchy as a cohesive unitary symbol; the neutralisation of the Army's influence in political life; and a pragmatic, civic, a-nationalist leadership in Madrid. |
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Keywords: | national sports landscapes national anthems primordialism sports writing |
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