A teoria das unidades de decisao e a sua aplicacao critica no conflito spinola-MFA (1974-1975)
In: Relações internacionais: R:I, Heft 16, S. 145-158
ISSN: 1645-9199
One of the most vibrant theories that constitute the theoretical framework of Foreign Policy Analysis is the Decision Unit Framework created by Margaret & Charles Hermann. This article aims to present a critical view of this theory, demonstrating its strengths & weaknesses, always with the attempt of demystifying some of its excessive simplifications in relation to actors' characteristics. We exemplify a more sharpened analysis of the coalition decision-making process through the demonstration of the conflict that opposed then Portuguese President Spinola & the Armed Forces Movement (MFA) during the Portuguese democratic transition process between 1974 & 1975. Tables, Figures, References. Adapted from the source document.