Comparative Politics and Disasters

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  • What is comparative politics and how does it relate to emergency management?
  • What elements characterize the methodologies employed in comparative politics research?
  • What are the methodological weaknesses of such methodologies?
  • What factors determine a nation’s vulnerability to disaster and its ability to respond?
  • What benefits have been realized by employing centralized emergency management strategies?
  • What role does human behavior play in disaster management?
  • What are the benefits of comparing the international response to emergencies and disasters?