Examines ARRA through the lens of fiscal federalism. This book argues that the Recovery Act can teach us much about a proper balance of responsibilities among different levels of government. It emphasizes the role of state and local governments, bringing the discussion down to where Americans interact with their governments.
The Politics of Pain in the United States and Canada
Democratic government is about making choices. Sometimes those choices involve the distribution of benefits. This work examines the repercussions of unpopular government decisions in Canada and the USA, the two great democratic nations of North America.
The Politics of Pain in the United States and Canada
Democratic government is about making choices. Sometimes those choices involve the distribution of benefits. This work examines the repercussions of unpopular government decisions in Canada and the USA, the two great democratic nations of North America.
American rivers are suffering from poor water quality, altered flows, and diminished natural habitat. This title presents case studies of eight river restoration efforts, including dam removals on the Neuse and Kennebec rivers, simulation of seasonal flows on the Colorado river, and the failed attempt to restore salmon runs on the Snake river.
American Disability Policy and the Fight for Equality
This work provides an interdisciplinary approach to the history and politics of the disability rights movement and assesses the creation and implementation, successes and failures of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by federal, state, and local governments.
Fueled by a vision of economic justice he shared with Robert Kennedy, related here, this title advocates an active federal government in correcting inequities in American life. Based partly on initiatives begun by Kennedy, it advocates government support for school reform and more community-based economic development initiatives.
Examines and compares public policy performance across both state and national levels, explaining why state agencies excel at economic outputs and profitability, the management of land with state income in mind - while national agencies are stronger in citizen participation and the inarguably important role of environmental protection.
Explores how policy ideas are spread - or diffused - in an age in which policymaking has become increasingly complex and specialized. Using the concept of enterprise zones as a case study in policy diffusion, this book compares the process of their adoption in Virginia, Indiana, Michigan, New York, and Massachusetts over a twelve-year period.
Mayoral takeovers of big city public education systems are desperation measures. After decades of decline in school quality, something must be done to make sure city children learn enough to function as adults in American society.
