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Selection of “Signaling Variables” in the Chinese Countercyclical  Capital Buffer:An Empirical Evaluation CHEN Yu-Lu 2012, 46 (12):  5-16.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (2283KB) ( )   The paper offers a simulation analysis of the implementation plan for countercyclical capital buffer in China. The results show that with the significant structural changes of the Chinese financial system in 2002 and 2006, it is increasingly difficult to resort to the narrowly defined credit index to reflect the real credit creation of the financial system, while the general credit and the aggregate financing to the real economy(AFRE) are more suitable to function as the “signaling variables” of countercyclical capital buffer. Examined from the practical perspective in a dynamic and continuously progressing financial system, the actual operation of countercyclical capital buffer requires inspections of both the general credit index and the AFRE. It is through contrast and confirmation of the two sets of data that true economic information can be obtained as reference for policy-making. Related Articles | Metrics

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A Methodological Analysis of “New Internationalism” YE Xian-Ming 2012, 46 (12):  17-25.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1776KB) ( )   The author identifies four interrelated characteristics of “new internationalism”. 1. Socialism is not just a slogan. It is an internal value appeal. 2. Realization of socialism worldwide is not intended to be a direct goal; Instead, emphasis is put on promoting an alliance with healthy, open, and rational nationalism, focusing on development of a variety of socialism in the world and on the struggle against various forms of hegemony with the purpose of creating factors, conditions and relations that may benefit the establishment of a harmonious world. .3. Sticking to the dialectical view that ideology is both transcendent and nontranscendent in the international community, and avoiding unnecessary ideological disputes to seek common ground while reserve differences. 4. Contribute to seeking solutions to global problems. In order to figure out this problem theoretically, critical reflections on the relations between the interests of national states and common interests of mankind, between nationalism and internationalism, between internationalism and ideology, and between internationalism and social system at the methodological level are necessary. Related Articles | Metrics

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A Review of Researches on the Diversity of Capitalist System by Marxist Economics and Evolutionary Economics WANG Sheng-Li-1,ZHANG Mian-2 2012, 46 (12):  26-33.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1570KB) ( )   Researches on the diversity of the capitalist system by Marxist economics and evolutionary economics show fundamental differences in terms of the guiding method and the foundation of diversity. But they also contain interlinked contents such as the market model, enterprise system and diversity of political systems. An objective and comprehensive analysis of the different and interlinked points of these theories may enhance our understanding of the scientific theory of Marxist economics about diversity of the capitalist system. This is also of important significance for us to borrow insightful ideas from evolutionary economics in order to innovate on relevant theories of Marxist economics. Related Articles | Metrics

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From “Ideology” to “Socialist Ideology” ——A Restudy of the So-called Neutralization of the Concept “Ideology” YU Yi-Fan, Wu-Dong-Sheng 2012, 46 (12):  34-39.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1204KB) ( )   There is a representative idea in the academic circle that the concept ideology has undergone a process of neutralization. An analysis of Marxist concept of ideology establishes the fact that Marx and Engels had indeed used it in a negative sense. However, according to their idea about the conditions of its generation and existence, Marxism is also a type of ideology, though with different basic provisions. The socalled “neutralization” then becomes an issue of realizing the scientific nature of Marxism. The concept of “socialist ideology” was formulated by Lenin who did not know the negative use of “ideology” by Marx and Engels. The “neutralization” process does not exist in the ideological history. It only reflects the results of studies of Marxists of different times on the ongoing social movements. Related Articles | Metrics

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The Minimum Target of Constructing Modern Democratic State ——Based on an Investigation into the Chinese Modern History of Political Thought YAN Run-Yu 2012, 46 (12):  40-48.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1936KB) ( )   When integrated into the historical process of constructing modern democratic states, latecomer democratizing countries meet the challenges of adaptability and validity. Some scholars tend to lower the threshold of democratic politics while adhering to its values. The idea of “minimum” democratic politics in the history of modern Chinese thought has been an adaptive interpretation aimed at promoting construction of a modern democratic state in China. The reason why these scholars argue for low intensity democratic politics is to dispel the fear for the longterm goal and profound theories of constitutional democracy in order to strengthen the belief in democratic politics. The emphasis on whether democratic politics can be achieved in China depends on ourselves is meant to encourage criticism of those in power and to educate and mobilize the people. These scholars believe that where there is a will there is a way. As long as the spirit of democratic politics is maintained by both the ordinary people and those in power, China will be matching on the way towards a modern democratic state. The “low intensity” democracy theory has its limitation of stressing “possible to achieve” but neglecting “ought to achieve”. However, it is just this way of expressing democratic politics with almost no precondition that can be expected to solve the problem of validity in constructing a modern democratic state. Related Articles | Metrics

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An Analysis of the Research Methodology of European Social Studies ——A Case Study of International Relations ZHANG Shengjun1, LI Xing2 (Denmark） 2012, 46 (12):  49-54.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1203KB) ( )   The paper attempts to discuss the issue of methodology in European studies of social sciences against the background of the current academic research. Topics like the conditions under which methodology develops, the application of methodology in social sciences, especially in IR studies, and the actual application of methodology in graduate education in Europe are systematically analyzed. The paper intends to provide a forum for discussions of scientific methodology and enhance fostering of the awareness of methodology in studies of social sciences in China. Related Articles | Metrics

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An Appraisal of the Theory of Democratic Compliance LIU Hong-Song-1，ANG Xiao-Tian-2 2012, 46 (12):  55-60.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1189KB) ( )   The democratic compliance theory argues that compared with nondemocratic states, democratic states  better comply with international agreements. The paper examines the causal logic of this theory from the perspectives of the stability of preferences, influence of the public, collective actions, public constraints in nondemocratic states, and the question of transparency. Conclusions are drawn that there is no definite causal relation between democratic regime types and compliance behaviors. The reason why existing empirical studies support the hypothesis of democratic compliance theory is probably because the data from their chosen samples have accidentally met the particular conditions under which its causal logic runs. Discussing and specifying the particular conditions under which this causal relation exists is a topic for the future research. Related Articles | Metrics

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Reexamination of the Nature of Ideological and Political Education WANG Xue-Jian,GUO Shao-Jun 2012, 46 (12):  61-67.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1477KB) ( )   Although no consensus is reached on the nature of ideological and political education among Chinese scholars, three basic ideas have been formed. The authors hold that before a scientific interpretation of the nature of ideological and political education can be made, three logical questions must be raised about the connotation of “nature”, the definition of “ideological and political education”, and “the nature of ideological and political education” as a concept. In addition, the right path of ideological and political education should be chosen and explored. The path should cover the categories of evolution of origin, objective practice, special contradiction, the fundamental law, phenomenon of characterization, essential attributes, basic contents, major functions, target subjects; and its own characters as well. Based on the logical questions and explorations of the path discussed above, the following conclusions are reached. The nature of ideological and political education must be unitary, indicating that it is a special administrative activity. The nature of ideological and political education should also be three-dimensional and be divided into four qualitative levels. Related Articles | Metrics

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Criticism of Values of Technological Hedonism CHENG Li-Tao 2012, 46 (12):  68-73.  DOI: Abstract ( )   PDF (1443KB) ( )   The wide application of modern technology has contributed to modernization of peoples daily life and improved their degrees of merriness and happiness index. However, it has inadvertently led to excessive dependence on technology and thus provided a hotbed for the inoculation of the values of technological hedonism. The ubiquitous application of new technology is apt to making people, especially the young, to indulge in the comfortable, convenient and fast life brought about by technology and neglect its various hazardous consequences. Cases in point include loss of oneself, erosion of good customs, prevalence of mammonism and hedonism, relaxation of the ties of living together and the atomization trend of social life. The author concludes that rational analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of technological hedonism along with serious introspection on modernity is necessary. Guidance to the young on value choices should be stressed so that they may get rid of technical colonization of everyday life in order to realize the internal harmony of technology application and human progress.  Related Articles | Metrics