Comparative Method in the 1990s

摘要: The late 1960s and 1970s saw the emergence of “comparative method” as a new, fundamental component comparative politics enterprise; quarter century later, new set debates have emerged on this branch methodology. article addresses debate role method versus statistical method, concluding that while there is some movement away from toward also back to it – may be complemented by subsequent work, vice versa. Another long-standing concern careful work with concepts. In an attempt extend theories hypotheses larger number cases, conceptual stretching loss validity occur. need for disciplined understanding how employ concepts, well organize them into worthwhile theoretical arguments. addressing evolution analyzes effects both debates.