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What does doing comparative law involve? Too often, explicit methodological discussions in comparative law remain limited to the level of pure theory, neglecting to test out critiques and recommendations on concrete issues. This book bridges this gap between theory and practice in comparative legal studies. Essays by both established and younger comparative lawyers reflect on the methodological challenges arising in their own work and in work in their area. Taken together, they offer clear recommendations for, and critical reflection on, a wide range of innovative comparative research projects.
The transformative impact of digitalization can scarcely be overestimated. 1 Effects are visible within the national state and across borders, as well as towards knowledge production and political participation and social structures. 2 Examples abound. In the so-called 'Arab Spring' online tools enabled broad political and social mobilization in several countries. 3 Meanwhile, national authorities nonetheless continue to assert influence over, indeed control of, the internet by means of governing bodies, regulations and laws: both China and Turkey have a reputation in this regard. 4 At the same time, the now regular online-sometimes semirestricted-platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter typically serve causes that are thought to be beneficial for democracy: mobilization, encouragement, creativity and engagement. Many governments have indeed taken digital initiatives to share information (for example by publishing policy documents), consult citizens (for instance concerning legislation) and allow them to participate in decision making (through apps, smartphones and tablets). Moreover, what is now commonly referred to as big data, i.e. the smart deployment of data analysis 1 Castells understands digitalization as one of the defining characteristics of the modern era.
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