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Preferred term
positive political theory
Definition
- Positive political theory is a variant of rational choice theory initiated by William H. Riker. In understanding the relationship between positive political theory and rational choice theory, it is sufficient to understand that both are committed to positive as opposed to normative political theory, and that both presuppose purposive action. [Source: Encyclopedia of Governance; Positive Political Theory]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/positive_political_theory
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