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2. Navigating Emergencies: A Theoretical Model of Civic Engagement and Wellbeing during Emergencies.

Author

Blitstein-Mishor, Efrat, Vigoda-Gadot, Eran, and Mizrahi, Shlomo

Abstract

The intensity and impact of emergencies on communities and societies are on the rise. They call for better preparedness, responses, and coping strategies by all those who are involved, especially citizens and the government. This paper introduces the concept of emergency-oriented civic engagement (EOCE), which includes citizens' attitudes and behaviors aimed at influencing the community and government during emergencies. A theoretical framework and model that explore these complex relationships are presented. The paper first explains the differences between emergency-oriented civic engagement and civic engagement during peaceful times. Next, an exploration of a set of variables such as interpersonal trust, feelings of threat, the cost–benefit ratio, and trust in government that may influence emergency-oriented civic engagement is introduced. Finally, the model is illustrated in light of the COVID-19 pandemic that underscored the importance of solidarity and wellbeing among citizens during emergencies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2023
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3. A theory of constitutional change : game theoretical analysis of socio-political processes in Poland, 1976-81

Author

Mizrahi, Shlomo

Subjects
320, Political science
Abstract

This study develops a theoretical framework to explain processes of constitutional change and applies it to socio-political processes in Poland, 1976-81.1 develop a dynamic game- theoretical approach within the framework of public choice theory. Events are explained by individual actions under given structural conditions. The study contributes to this field in two aspects. First, through theoretical arguments and empirical analysis it illuminates how structural changes and dynamics of collective action influence individuals' beliefs and preferences. Secondly, it provides a framework for the analysis of constitutional change specifying the starting and ending conditions as well as the mechanism of such processes. The study explains events of constitutional change as the outcomes of complex processes of belief change in which three interacting factors play a major role: the available information to the players, the level of coordination within the dominant groups in the process and individual entrepreneurship. Asymmetries in these parameters influence power relations thus leading to particular institutional changes. The theoretical arguments are used to explain two events of constitutional change which took place in Poland during 1976-81: 1) the Gdansk agreement (31.8.80) which granted political rights to Polish workers allowing the establishment of Solidarity as an independent trade union; 2) the imposition of martial law on 13 December 1981. These events provide a special environment to study the internal mechanism of constitutional change since they were isolated from any 'wave' of transition or major international events. They involved complex interactions between social and political factors which have not been systematically analyzed so far. The empirical analysis explains the Polish events using primary sources in form of statements, documents, the full transcript of the August 1980 negotiations and secret Politburo protocols as well as historical and journalistic descriptions. These events demonstrate the power embodied in individual entrepreneurship and in citizens' collective action. Explaining them by theoretical models contributes to the theory of democracy and political participation.

Published
1995

6. Managing Quality in Higher Education Systems via Minimal Quality Requirements: Signaling and Control.

Author

Mizrahi, Shlomo and Mehrez, Abraham

Abstract

Discusses two versions of a signaling game to set minimal quality requirements for higher education applicants in Israel: one assumes low sensitivity to quality, the other high sensitivity. Concludes that indirect government influence on quality variations in applicant pool is more effective in controlling institutional quality then direct measures. (Contains 31 references.) (PKP)

Published
2002

12. Maximizing political efficiency via electoral cycles: an optimal control model

Author

Gavious, Arieh and Mizrahi, Shlomo

Subjects
Politicians -- Investments, Politicians -- Political activity, Politicians -- Management, Pressure groups -- Political activity, Pressure groups -- Management, Elections -- Political aspects, Political indicators -- Analysis, Company investment, Company business management, Business, Business, general, Business, international
Abstract

Optimal control model used for studying relation between occurrence of electoral cycles and investment by politicians on interest groups is discussed.

Published
2002

13. Alternative politics and the transformation of society-military relations: the Israeli experience

Author

Levy, Yagil and Mizrahi, Shlomo

Subjects
Armed Forces -- Social aspects, Political participation -- Influence, Business, Business, general
Abstract

A study was conducted to examine transformations in military-society relations. Models that are developed in the context of political participation and social learning are used. Findings show that barriers to internal bargaining within the military create modes of alternative politics in military-society relations.

Published
2008

14. Workers' participation in decision-making processes and firm stability

Author

Mizrahi, Shlomo

Subjects
Participatory management -- Evaluation, Works councils -- Evaluation, Labor unions -- Influence, Labor unions -- Europe, Business, Human resources and labor relations
Abstract

This paper argues that firm efficiency and stability, as well as workers' satisfaction, can be achieved through participatory decision-making rules. It offers theoretical rationales and empirical illustrations based on the framing and operation of European works councils. Employees should take part in establishing the rules,' otherwise managers will make rules that allow them to retain control of the key points in the decision-making process. In constructing such rules the involvement of unions is required; however, once rules are set union activity becomes marginal. Government intervention remains marginal throughout.

Published
2002

18. Privatization Through Centralization in the Israeli Health Care System: The Case of the National Health Insurance Law and its Amendments.

Author

Mizrahi, Shlomo and Cohen, Nissim

Abstract

This article addresses a policy paradox that characterizes many health care systems and the Israeli system in particular, that is, the existence of two parallel yet seemingly contradictory policy trends: reducing public financing for health care services while increasing governmental involvement in health-system management. The authors characterize this process as privatization through centralization; that is, to control welfare-state expenses and be able to reduce them, the government must first control the funding and management of welfare-state mechanisms and organizations. They develop a theoretical rationale for explaining this policy paradox and demonstrate it through analyzing the legislative changes that followed the legislation of the National Health Insurance Law in Israel. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2012
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