Russell Hardin (2002). Whither Political Science?. PS: Political Science & Politics, 35 , pp 183-186
doi:10.1017/S1049096502000458
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Begins with a short discussion of the methodological disputes within the field. Acknowledges that comparative politics is a fragmented field with long running disagreements.
What has comparative politics accomplished that is useful?
Downsian theory of democracy put an end to the (hortatory) APSA sponsored debates "towards responsible two party govenment"
"we do not these days pretend to speak with one professional voice"
