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ELLEN JOHNSON SIRLEAF (2) answer(s).
 
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Dancing for democracy: understanding Malawi's first female president / Rockefeller, Marilyn Moss; Johnson-Freese, Joan   Journal Article
Johnson-Freese, Joan Journal Article
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Publication 2013.
Summary/Abstract There are 54 countries on the African continent, but only one has managed to elect a woman, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf in Liberia, as chief executive. While African countries face unique issues, there is a common thread in the struggles of female politicians in male-dominated, traditional societies. The case of Joyce Banda, the President of Malawi, is illustrative.
Key Words Africa  ;  Liberia  ;  Malawi  ;  Women  ;  Female Politicians  ;  Ellen Johnson Sirleaf 
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Interplay of domestic legitimation and foreign relations: contrasting Charles Taylor and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia / Gerdes, Felix   Article
Gerdes, Felix Article
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Summary/Abstract This article investigates legitimacy and foreign relations of Liberia’s two most important recent rulers. It argues that Charles Taylor was widely considered legitimate in Liberia and that the Weberian concept of charismatic authority best explains the popularity of the former warlord and president. Charisma, however, is tied to specific cultural contexts and Taylor’s popularity was not intelligible to Western audiences. By contrast, Johnson Sirleaf frames her policies in terms appealing to both the domestic and international audiences. As a consequence, she succeeded to attract significant foreign assistance enabling her to increase legitimacy and strengthen stability.
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