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The Problems of Measuring Power in Europe

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  • M Laver

    (Department of Political Theory and Institutions, University of Liverpool, Roxby Building, PO Box 147, Liverpool L69 3BX, England)

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This paper compares alternative methods of measuring power in European institutions. On the one hand there is the index used by Johnston in recent articles in this Journal; on the other there is an index more typically used by political scientists. Problems of interpreting and applying each index are discussed. The conclusion is that the Shapley–Shubik power index, used by political scientists, is easier to interpret in terms of the dynamics of bargaining. The Johnston index (which is certainly easier to calculate) might function as an ad hoc empirical measure, but needs therefore to be tested.

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  • M Laver, 1978. "The Problems of Measuring Power in Europe," Environment and Planning A, , vol. 10(8), pages 901-906, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:envira:v:10:y:1978:i:8:p:901-906
    DOI: 10.1068/a100901
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    1. R J Johnston, 1977. "National Sovereignty and National Power in European Institutions," Environment and Planning A, , vol. 9(5), pages 569-577, May.
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    1. Annick Laruelle, 1999. "- On The Choice Of A Power Index," Working Papers. Serie AD 1999-10, Instituto Valenciano de Investigaciones Económicas, S.A. (Ivie).

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