When Political Transitions Work: Reconciliation as Interdependence

Reconciliation emphasizes relationships as a crucial ingredient of political transition; this text argues for the importance of such a relational focus in crafting sustainable political transitions.

Introducing the argument -- Making the case for reconciliation -- Settling on a shared future -- Dealing with a violent past -- A justice promise or just a promise? -- The forgiving embrace -- Restoring the rule of law -- Valuing political difference -- Reconciliation as interdependence -- Conclusion