Politics and Policy in American States & Communities
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Author Description
This Is The Ebook Of The Printed Book And May Not Include Any Media, Website Access Codes, Or Print Supplements That May Come Packaged With The Bound Book. Updated In Its 8th Edition, Politics And Policy In States & Communities Distinguishes Itself Through Its Highly Accessible Writing Style, Inclusion Of Unique Topics Such As Tribal Governments, Extensive Discussion Of Intergovernmental Relations, And Its Focus On The Relationship Between Government And The Governed--how Individuals Are Affected By Government Decisions And How Individuals Influence Public Policy (face-to-face Approach). The Face-to-face Approach To The Study Of State And Local Governments Personalizes The Material, Connects Government To Readers' Lives, And Makes The Material More Meaningful And Relevant To The Reader.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates how state and local government structures function and how individual citizens interact with and influence public policy within these systems. Authors Dennis L. Dresang and James J. Gosling utilize their extensive academic backgrounds to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding intergovernmental relations. The book emphasizes a face-to-face approach, connecting abstract political concepts to the daily lives of citizens and the practical outcomes of government decision-making.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of intergovernmental relations and the distribution of power between state and local entities
- Examination of unique political structures, including the role and function of tribal governments
- Discussion of the relationship between government institutions and the governed population
- Methodologies for understanding how individuals influence public policy at the community level
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The subject matter points to a dense, academic text designed for undergraduate students seeking a foundational understanding of American subnational governance. The framing suggests an accessible, student-centered approach that prioritizes practical application and civic engagement over purely theoretical discourse.
Page Count:
512
Publication Date:
2012-01-01
Publisher:
Pearson Higher Ed
ISBN-10:
0205916643
ISBN-13:
9780205916641
Public Policy
Government
American Politics
