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In what he calls a rather comprehensive view of policy and policymaking in the US, Peters looks at the nature of public policy, the making of public policy, substantive policy issues, and analyzing public policy. Among his topics are the structure of policymaking in American government, agenda setting and public policy, legitimating policy choices, evaluation and policy change, tax policy, health care policies, social security and welfare, energy and the environment, defense and law enforcement, social values and public policy, and cost-benefit analysis and ethical analysis. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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American Public Policy provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the landscape of public policy. This foundational text takes students through the governmental systems and core theories of policymaking before turning to in-depth exploration of key policy areas and tools of policy analysis. Important additions to this Tenth Edition include expanded discussions of policy instruments, the challenges for public policymakers presented by the continuing gridlock in Washington, the Affordable Care Act, higher education funding, reproductive rights, and gay rights. New coverage of fracking controversies, race and racial profiling, and the legalization of marijuana keeps students up to date with recent policy debates and issues.
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