McGill Journal of Political Studies 2014 April, 2014 | Page 4

Table of Words Contents from the Editor-in-Chief 6 | The McGill Journal of Political Studies is an annual publication that seeks to provoke new thoughts, stimulate dicussions and entertain. With a long history behind its conception, it has published many exceptional undergraduate articles, the authors of whom have continued successful careers in academia. To extend this tradition of excellence, the 2014 MJPS editorial board hopes to delight our readers with the combination of exemplary articles and a refreshing journal design. In this issue, our readers will find a wide range of articles. Pan’s original research on Chinese politics showcases the quantitative aspects of Political Science. Caira’s research on Federalism poignantly illustrates the similarities and differences between Canadian and Italian state structure. Weber’s insight into Germany’s historical tension and foundation is both controversial and stimulating. Lajoie’s research on Feminism in South America provides a unique angle on a global social issue. Ooto-Stubbs’ characterization of the militarization of Japan is highly relevant to contemporary politics. Azhar’s focus on Civic Nationalism in Pakistan is unexpected and fascinating. Langer’s analysis of Roma issues sheds light on an issue often overshadowed within the larger European Union issues. Finally, Fainer’s article casts spotlight on a highly contemporary issue and provides a stimulating discussion that challenges our preconceived notions of Asian politics. Certainly, this journal would not be possible without the support of numerous wonderfully dedicated individuals, to whom I owe an enormous gratitude. To our editors and photographer, you have contributed time and energy far beyond my imagination, and your thoughtfulness, profesionnalism, and friendliness have sustained me in the most stressful times. To Matthew Eidinger and Lauren Konken, thank you for providing ongoing support on behalf of both PSSA and your personal dedication to this journal. To Nouran Sedaghat, thank you for returning from our co-editorship in the previous edition of MJPS. Your positive encourangement has been a wonderful addition in all our meeting. To Kyle Ng, Esther Lee and Chris Liu, your design input and numerous other contributions have been simply remarkable. This journal would not be possible without you all. For our readers, we thank you for reading our publication and hope that you will enjoy this year’s issue. Please continue supporting MJPS and our initiative to uncover excellent undergraduate research! Sponsors 7 | Credits 8 | Editorial Board 10 | A Dichotomous Approach to Studying Anticorruption Practices by the Chinese Communist Party Yishi Pan 18 | Political Institution and Regional Tensions: Lessons from a Comparative Study between Canadian Federalism and the Italian Unitary State Celine Caira 32 | Immigration, Integration and the Threat to German Democratic Quality Valerie Weber 44 | Los Madres de la Plaza de Mayo: Feminine or Feminists? Zoé Lajoie 52 | The Militarization of Japan as a Postclassical Realist Strategy Karlene Ooto-Stubbs 62 | The Failure of Civic Nationalism in Pakistan Zoha Azhar 78 | The Effect of Accession to the European Union on the Social Inclusion of the Roma Alexander Langer 92 | The Role of Strategic Choices in Shaping Regime Trajectory: Comparing the Cases of the Philippines and North Korea Lewis Fainer 108 | Political Violence in Balochistan Mina Mir - Jimmy Lou Editor-in-Chief 124 | Contributors