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Texas A & M University Press Power and Prudence: The Presidency of George H.
Book SynopsisWhen George H. W. Bush took office in January 1989, he brought to the presidency an impressive resume. A former member of Congress, national party leader, CIA director, ambassador to China, and two-term vice president, he had the credentials and experience for a uniquely successful presidency. Less than four years later, the American electorate resoundingly proclaimed his administration a failure. Many pundits and scholars have echoed the voters' judgment. In a considered and balanced reassessment, Ryan J. Barilleaux and Mark J. Rozell ask whether the public and the pundits have applied the wrong criteria of presidential evaluation. Looking at the context in which Bush came into office, Barilleaux and Rozell argue that his strategy of incrementalism may indeed have been right for the times and any failure may have lain only in Bush's inability to convince the public of that. Moreover, the authors disagree with the common assessment that Bush pursued incrementalism only in domestic policy, arguing that it characterized his foreign policy as well. Power and Prudence is a study in presidential evaluation. It represents a challenge to the conventional wisdom that has developed on the first Bush administration and presents an important reinterpretation of the leadership of a poorly understood president. This thought-provoking analysis suggests that the circumstances of his presidency may have limited Bush's opportunities to articulate or achieve far-reaching policy objectives. These circumstances included the lack of an electoral mandate, Bush's succession to a very popular and ideological leader, his inheritance of a daunting budget deficit, and the situation of divided government. The authors' interpretation of the Bush administration is supported by interviews with members of Bush's White House staff and the limited archival record thus far opened to scholars. A detailed read into the workings of a contemporary presidency, Power and Prudence will appeal to presidential scholars as well as the politically minded reader.
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Texas A & M University Press The Nerve Center: Lessons in Governing from the
Book SynopsisIn what James A. Baker III has called the ""worst job in Washington,"" the chief of staff orchestrates the president's conduct of the U.S. government. He holds the unique responsibility to magnify the time, reach, and voice of the president of the United States. ""You need a filter, a person that you have total confidence in who works so closely with you that in effect he is almost an alter ego,"" Gerald Ford has said. In this volume, resulting from the Washington Forum on the Role of the White House Chief of Staff, held in 2000 in Washington, D.C., twelve of the fifteen men who have held the office of chief of staff discuss among themselves and with a select group of participants the challenges, achievements, and failures of their time in that role. Their purpose is to find lessons in governing that will help future chiefs of staff prepare to assume the office and organize the staffs they will lead. These pages of frank and uncensored discussion present in question-and-answer format the voices of the chiefs of staff as they discuss the transition from campaign to governance, the reelection drive every four years, and ultimately, the closing out of an administration. The group also addresses the place of the White House chief of staff within the larger governing community of the Executive Branch, Congress, interest groups, and the press. The American White House sits at the nerve center of world history, and at the core of this nerve center, a massive bureaucratic operation exists to process the flow of information and policy. Because the White House chief of staff manages that operation, to ignore its requirements risks presidential fate itself and indeed, the fate of the republic.Trade ReviewWhen you realize that even though the White House chief of staff has tremendous power, he or she, nevertheless, is not a principal but only a staffer - face it, it's right there in the title - then it is easy to understand why some people also characterize it not just as the second-toughest job in Washington but as the worst job in Washington. As the only person in history who was dumb enough to have taken the job twice in his life, I confess that I was sometimes inclined to agree with that characterization. - from the foreword by James A. Baker III
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Temple University Press,U.S. Trial Courts as Organizations
Book SynopsisHow trial courts operate and administer justiceTrade Review"Even though the book is directed at students of policy making and public administration, students of political science and law will be amazed by some of the results. The authors suggest that even they are surprised by the results of their own research. The book may lead to different approaches to and may also lead to a change in the way in which lawyers and courts interact in the future. In this field of judicial and court administration, there has never been research like this conducted so successfully. The authors describe courts as organizations rather than as simply institutions of justice within the separation of powers. In addition, the book paves the way for further research to be done in this field and opens the door for more ideas on how to improve court administration." —The International Journal For Court AdministrationTable of Contents1 Introduction; 2 A Framework for Court Culture; 3 Measuring Court Culture; 4 Elaborating the Culture Types; 5 Consequences of Culture; 6 Preferences for Court Culture; 7 Conclusion and Implications
£48.00
Temple University Press,U.S. Tyranny of the Minority: The Subconstituency
Book SynopsisWhy do special interests defeat the majority's preference in elections and legislation?Trade Review“In Tyranny of the Minority, Bishin makes a valuable contribution to the literature by asking why minorities sometimes get their way over majority wishes. He makes a compelling case, presenting the conflicting implications of majoritarian representation models. This is a very well-written, clear and interesting book, and Bishin’s work invites vigorous future debate. If you are interested in democratic theory, the logic of representation, and congress in general, you will want to read this book.”—Robin Kolodny, Temple University"The power of some minority groups to continually fend off majority interests through democratic representation has long been under-theorized. Bishin's fascinating and empirically sophisticated account of subconstituency politics is a welcome remedy, and it is absolutely vital for any understanding of American democracy." —Paul Frymer, Princeton UniversityTable of ContentsPreface 1. “¡Quitemos a Castro Ahora!” 2. The Subconstituency Politics Theory of Representation 3. Overcoming Ignorance and Apathy: Testing Individual-Level Implications of Representation Theories 4. Subconstituencies in Campaigns 5. Subconstituencies in Congress 6. Heterogeneity and Representation Reconsidered 7. The Myth of Issue Visibility 8. Conclusion Notes References Index
£48.00
Temple University Press,U.S. Tyranny of the Minority: The Subconstituency
Book SynopsisWhy do politicians frequently heed the preferences of small groups of citizens over those of the general public? Breaking new theoretical ground, Benjamin Bishin explains how the desires of small groups, which he calls âsubconstituencies,â often trump the preferences of much larger groups. Tyranny of the Minority provides a âunified theory of representation,â based in social psychology and supported by extensive analyses of legislatorsâ voting behavior, that explains how citizensâ knowledge and participation affects candidatesâ behaviour in campaigns and legislatorsâ behaviour in Congress. Demonstrating the wide applicability of the theory, the book traces politiciansâ behavior on a wide range of issues, including the Cuban trade embargo, the extension of hate crimes legislation to protect gays and lesbians, the renewal of the assault weapons ban, abortion politics, and Congressâs battle to recognize the Armenian genocide. It offers a unique explanation of why and how special interests dominate American national politics.Trade Review"In Tyranny of the Minority, Bishin makes a valuable contribution to the literature by asking why minorities sometimes get their way over majority wishes. He makes a compelling case, presenting the conflicting implications of majoritarian representation models. This is a very well-written, clear and interesting book, and Bishin's work invites vigorous future debate. If you are interested in democratic theory, the logic of representation, and congress in general, you will want to read this book."—Robin Kolodny, Associate Professor of Political Science, Temple UniversityTable of ContentsPreface 1. “¡Quitemos a Castro Ahora!” 2. The Subconstituency Politics Theory of Representation 3. Overcoming Ignorance and Apathy: Testing Individual-Level Implications of Representation Theories 4. Subconstituencies in Campaigns 5. Subconstituencies in Congress 6. Heterogeneity and Representation Reconsidered 7. The Myth of Issue Visibility 8. Conclusion Notes References Index
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Temple University Press,U.S. Legacy and Legitimacy: Black Americans and the
Book SynopsisThe first comprehensive examination of Black AmericansTrade Review"[T]his book should be of interest to scholars and students of the Court, public opinion, and American politics more broadly. Clawson and Waltenburg present a well researched book for scholars and students who wish to know about interactions between the Court and African Americans, the effect of decisions on public opinion, and understand the dynamics of diffuse support for the Court."—The Journal of Politics"One of the book's many strengths is its multidimensional approach to answering this core question: Why do African-Americans view the Court, and thus the U.S. regime, as legitimate? The authors provide a cogent, compact summary of Civil Rights history and how blacks' innovative public-interest-law strategy brought litigation to the federal courts.... [The] book's experimental, archival and survey data provides a more nuanced portrait of black attitudes toward the Supreme Court." —Perspectives on PoliticsTable of ContentsPreface 1. Legitimacy and American Democracy 2. Blacks, Civil Rights, and the Supreme Court 3. Establishing the Supreme Court's Legitimizing Capacity 4. Different Presses, Different Frames: Black and Mainstream Press Coverage of a Supreme Court Decision 5. Media Framing and the Supreme Court's Legitimizing Capacity 6. The Supreme Court's Legitimizing Capacity among African Americans: Support for Capital Punsihment and Affirmative Action 7. The Casual Relationship between Public Opinion toward the Court and Its Policies: The University of Michigan Affirmative Action Cases 8. Conclusion Appendix A: Stimulus for Legitimacy Experiment Appendix B: List of Black Newspapers Appendix C: Stimulus for Media Framing Experiment Appendix D: Question Wording for Media Framing Experiment Appendix E: Blacks and the U.S. Supreme Court Survey Notes Reference Index
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Grey House Publishing Inc Defining Documents in American History: The First
Book SynopsisThese volumes explore the five freedoms protected in the First Amendment—speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government. Together, these five guaranteed freedoms make the people of the United States the freest in the world. There is no age or citizenship requirement to exercise your First Amendment—they are guaranteed the day you are born as long as you are in the U.S. Few Americans would question the importance of the First Amendment, despite the misunderstanding that often swirls around the principles embodied in these freedoms. From the birth of the First Amendment in 1789 to today, most Americans exercise these rights every day.
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Red Lightning Books Dear Kamala: Women Write to the New Vice
Book SynopsisWomen of all ages, races, and nations share their hopes, fears, desires, advice, and support with the new Vice President. As the first woman of color elected as the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris broke through many barriers and made history, energizing a host of women who have a lot to say. Seeing a model of themselves filling the second-most-powerful office in the Free World, women from Africa to California, Canada to Florida began writing to the new Vice President. Dear Kamala: Women Write to the New Vice President showcases a selection of these heartfelt and moving letters. Girl Scouts confide their fears for a future ravaged by climate change; a business owner in Harlem offers unflinching advice about the need for real investment in inner cities; civil rights activists share their stories, struggles, and successes over the decades. Filled with moving personal stories and heartbreaking tales of racial injustices suffered, Dear Kamala offers much more than kind words. They represent an offer of support and a call to action for all those who will be at Vice President Harris's side throughout the next four years.Trade ReviewGrateful letters on the occasion of a historic election. [Dear Kamala is] ardent testimony to the significance of Harris' triumph. * Kirkus Reviews *Simply stated, Dear Kamala is a 'must read' for anyone with an interest in seeing the seemingly overwhelming problems of the lethal pandemic, deepening economic inequality, systemic racial injustice, continuing white supremacy threats to our American democracy ... dealt with and eventual overcome. * Midwest Book Reviews *Table of ContentsAcknowledgementsForeword, by Arlette Miller SmithIntroductionThe LettersIndex of Contributors
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NewSouth Publishing Australia’s China Odyssey: From euphoria to fear
Book SynopsisAlarmist stories about Australia's relationship with China, and concerns about whether China is plotting to take control, insidiously or overtly, are regular front-page news. In Australia's China Odyssey, acclaimed historian James Curran explores this crucial and complicated relationship through the prism of the prime ministers who have handled relations with Beijing since Whitlam in 1972.Much recent analysis assumes that managing China has been difficult only since 2017. Yet this relationship has always been difficult. And while there have been moments of euphoria and uplift – moments, even, when some believed Australia could have a 'special relationship' with China – high anxiety and fear have often trailed closely in that slipstream. This book provides historical ballast to a debate so often mired in the parochialism of the present.The task of adjusting to China's rise is the greatest challenge Australian diplomacy has faced since Japan's revisionist attempts to remake East Asia in the 1930s. Ultimately, while China under Xi Jinping has indeed changed, and while there is justifiable alarm concerning the course of Beijing's aggressive and authoritarian nationalism, Australia's China Odyssey asks whether we have the courage to look in the mirror and see what this debate also reveals about Australia.
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NewSouth Publishing Veiled Valour: Australian Special Forces in
Book SynopsisThe Brereton report — the findings of a long-running inquiry into war crimes allegations involving members of the Australian Special Operations Task Group during their 2005–13 deployment to Afghanistan — was publicly released on 23 November 2020.Veiled Valour, from one of Australia's most respected military affairs analysts, explores the background to these allegations — the gradual demise of the Afghan state and society, the decision to deploy Special Forces personnel to Central Asia after 2001, the inquiries into apparent mistakes and alleged misconduct, and the shocking hearsay and rumours that led to a formal inquiry.Ending the day before the Brereton report's public release, Veiled Valour sheds light on why the inquiry was necessary, how its investigations were conducted, where the media influenced its direction and what the public expected to be told about its military elite.
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NewSouth Publishing How to Rule Your Own Country: The weird and
Book SynopsisMany people think they can do a better job running a country than politicians – but few actually give it a go. What happens when political disagreement pushes to the point of no return? When a person has a dream of what their ideal country would be, and then tries to create it? A place where there is no monarchy, or no taxes, or no government regulation …There are around 130 of these countries – better known as micronations –across the globe. One third of them are in Australia. Harry Hobbs and George Williams take us into some of the most prominent and fascinating micronations around the world, including the Principality of Hutt River, the Principality of Sealand, the Republic of Minerva, the Principality of New Utopia and more.How to Rule Your Own Country is a lively account of the people who decide that 'enough is enough' and create their own nation.
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Business and Government
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive volume brings together the key articles on relations between business and government from a variety of perspectives and disciplines. The editors have selected works that explore the themes of business and the state, organizing the firm for political action, managing government affairs, lobbying models, business governance and regulation, comparative business - political systems and internationalization and transnational business regulation.With an original introduction by the editors, this volume is an essential resource for scholars, students and policy makers interested in political science, business studies and economics.Trade Review‘The remarkable new edited volume Business and Government by Coen and Grant brings together the most important recent contributions to our understanding of the tenuous balance between markets, societies and polities. This groundbreaking volume demonstrates how this balance has changed over time, and shapes what we know about markets and their institutions. It will be a must-read for students of economics, politics, business, sociology, and many other fields.’ -- Andrew B. Whitford, University of Georgia, USTable of ContentsContents: Introduction David Coen and Wyn Grant PART I BUSINESS AND THE STATE 1. E. E. Schattschneider (1948), ‘Pressure Groups Versus Political Parties’, Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 259, September, 17–23 2. Theodore J. Lowi (1964), ‘American Business, Public Policy, Case-Studies, and Political Theory’, World Politics, 16 (4), July, 677–93, 695, 697, 699, 701, 703, 705, 707, 709, 711, 713, 715 3. George J. Stigler (1971), ‘The Theory of Economic Regulation’, Bell Journal of Economics and Management Science, 2 (1), Spring, 3–21 4. Charles E. Lindblom (1977), ‘The Priviledged Position of Business’, in Politics and Markets: The World’s Political-Economic Systems, Chapter 13, New York, NY, USA: Basic Books, 170–88 5. David Vogel (1978), ‘Why Businessmen Distrust Their State: The Political Consciouness of American Corporate Executives’, British Journal of Political Science, 8 (1), January, 45–78 6. Gary S. Becker (1985), ‘Public Policies, Pressure Groups, and Dead Weight Costs’, Journal of Public Economics, 28 (3), December, 329–47 7. Robert H. Salisbury (1984), ‘Interest Representation: The Dominance of Institutions, ’ American Political Science Review,78 (1), March, 64–76 8. Philippe C. Schmitter (1974), ‘Still the Century of Corporatism?’, Review of Politics, 36 (1), January, 85–131 9. Hugh Heclo (1978), ‘Issue Networks and the Executive Establishment’, in Anthony King (ed.) The New American Political System, Chapter 3, Washington, DC, USA: American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research, 87–124 PART II ORGANISING THE FIRM FOR POLITICAL ACTION 10. Mancur Olson (1971) [1965]), ‘A Taxonomy of Groups’ and ‘Group Size and Group Behavior’, in The Logic of Collective Action: Public Goods and the Theory of Groups, Chapter 1, Section F and Chapter 2, Cambridge, Massachusetts and London,UK: Harvard University Press, 43–52, 53–65 11. Terry M. Moe (1981), ‘Toward a Broader View of Interest Groups’, Journal of Politics, 43 (2), May, 531–43 12. David M. Hart (2004), ‘“Business” Is Not an Interest Group: On the Study of Companies in American National Politics’, Annual Review of Political Science, 7, 47–69 13. Wendy L. Hansen, Neil J. Mitchell and Jeffrey M. Drope (2004), ‘Collective Action, Pluralism, and the Legitimacy Tariff: Corporate Activity or Inactivity in Politics’, Political Research Quarterly, 57 (3), September, 421–9 14. Kevin B. Grier, Michael C. Munger and Brian E. Roberts (1994), ‘The Determinants of Industry Political Activity, 1978–1986’, American Political Science Review, 88 (4), December, 911–26 15. Wendy L. Hansen and Neil J. Mitchell (2000), ‘Disaggregating and Explaining Corporate Political Activity: Domestic and Foreign Corporations in National Politics’, American Political Science Review, 94 (4), December, 891–903 16. Holly Brasher and David Lowery (2006), ‘The Corporate Context of Lobbying Activity’, Business and Politics, 8 (1), i, 1–23 PART III MANAGING GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS 17. Graham K. Wilson (1990), ‘Corporate Political Strategies’, British Journal of Political Science, 20 (2), April, 281–8 18. David B. Yoffie and Sigrid Bergenstein (1985), ‘Creating Political Advantage: The Rise of the Corporate Political Entrepreneur’, California Management Review, XXVIII (1), Fall, 124–39 19. Wyn Grant (1984), ‘Large Firms and Public Policy in Britain’, Journal of Public Policy, 4 (1), February, 1–17 20. Kathleen A. Getz (2001), ‘Public Affairs and Political Strategy: Theoretical Foundations’, Journal of Public Affairs: Special Issue Papers, 1 (4), December, 305–29 394 PART IV LOBBYING MODELS 21. David Austen-Smith and John R. Wright (1996), ‘Theory and Evidence for Counteractive Lobbying’, American Journal of Political Science, 40 (2), May, 543–64 22. Marie Hojnacki and David C. Kimball (1998), ‘Organized Interests and the Decision of Whom to Lobby in Congress’, American Political Science Review, 92 (4), December, 775–90 23. John M. De Figueiredo (2002), ‘Lobbying and Information in Politics’, Business and Politics, 4 (2), 125–29 24. Andreas Broscheid and David Coen (2003), ‘Insider and Outsider Lobbying of the European Commission: An Informational Model of Forum Politics’, European Union Politics, 4 (2), June, 165–89 25. Richard L. Hall and Alan V. Deardorff (2006), ‘Lobbying as Legislative Subsidy’, American Political Science Review, 100 (1), February, 69–84 PART V BUSINESS GOVERNANCE AND REGULATION 26. Sam Peltzman (1976), ‘Toward a More General Theory of Regulation’, Journal of Law and Economics, 19 (2), August, 211–40 27. Pablo T. Spiller (1990), ‘Politicians, Interest Groups, and Regulators: A Multiple-Principals Agency Theory of Regulation, or “Let Them be Bribed”’, Journal of Law and Economics, 33 (1), April, 65–101 28. Michael Moran (2000), ‘The Frank Stacey Memorial Lecture: From Command State to Regulatory State?’, Public Policy and Administration, 15 (4), Winter, 1–13 29. David Coen (1998), ‘The European Business Interest and The Nation State: Large-firm Lobbying in the European Union and Member States’, Journal of Public Policy, 18 (1), January–April, 75–100 30. Jason Webb Yackee and Susan Webb Yackee (2006), ‘A Bias Towards Business? Assessing Interest Group Influence on the U.S Bureaucracy’, Journal of Politics, 68 (1), February, 128–39 PART VI COMPARATIVE BUSINESS–POLITICAL SYSTEMS 31. Peter A. Hall and Daniel W. Gingerich (2009), ‘Varieties of Capitalism and Institutional Complementarities in the Political Economy: An Empirical Analysis’, British Journal of Political Science, 39 (3), July, 449–82 32. Beth L. Leech, Frank R. Baumgartner, Timothy M. La Pira and Nicholas A. Semanko (2005), ‘Drawing Lobbyists to Washington: Government Activity and the Demand for Advocacy’, Political Research Quarterly, 58 (1), March, 19–30 33. David Coen (1997), ‘The Evolution of the Large Firm as a Political Actor in the European Union’, Journal of European Public Policy, 4 (1), March, 91–108 34. Wyn Grant, Alberto Martinelli and William Paterson (1989), ‘Large Firms as Political Actors: A Comparative Analysis of the Chemical Industry in Britain, Italy and West Germany’, West European Politics, 12 (2), 72–90 35. Jean C. Oi (1992), ‘Fiscal Reform and the Economic Foundations of Local State Corporatism in China’, World Politics, 45 (1), October, 99–126 36. Kent E. Calder (1989), ‘Elites in an Equalizing Role: Ex- Bureaucrats as Coordinators and Intermediaries in the Japanese Government-Business Relationship’, Comparative Politics, 21 (4), July, 379–403 PART VII INTERNATIONALIASTION AND TRANSNATIONAL BUSINESS REGULATION 37. William A. Brock and Stephen P. Magee (1978) ‘Decentralization, Bureaucracy, and Government: The Economics of Special Interest Politics: The Case of the Tariff’, American Economic Review: Papers and Proceedings of the Ninetieth Annual Meeting of the American Economic Association, 68 (2), May, 246–50 38. Helen Milner (1987), ‘Resisting the Protectionist Temptation: Industry and the Making of Trade Policy in France and the United States during the 1970s’, International Organization, 41 (4), Autumn, 639–65 39. Gene M. Grossman and Elhanan Helpman (1994), ‘Protection for Sale’, American Economic Review, 84 (4), September, 833–50 40. A. Claire Cutler (1997), ‘Artiface, Ideology and Paradox: The Public/Private Distinction in International Law’, Review of International Political Economy, 4 (2), Summer, 261–85 41. John Gerard Ruggie (2004), ‘Reconstituting the Global Public Domain—Issues, Actors, and Practices’, European Journal of International Relations, 10 (4), 499–531 42. David Vogel (2008), ‘Private Global Business Regulation’, Annual Review of Political Science, 11, 261–82 43. Aseem Prakash and Matthew Potoski (2014), ‘Global Private Regimes, Domestic Public Law: ISO 14001 and Pollution Reduction’, Comparative Political Studies, 47 (3), 369–94 Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Advanced Introduction to Governance
Book SynopsisElgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas. Jon Pierre and Guy Peters expertly guide the reader through governance - one of the most widely used terms in political science - and its differing interpretations, with comprehensive discussion of the key issues covering global as well as local level governance. A detailed look into what constitutes 'good governance', whether produced by a government or by more informal means, is also explored. Key features include: examination of what governance is, how it is created and the differing styles of governance how governance is becoming more collaborative between governments and the private sector an investigation into the governance process and outcomes, including topics such as bargaining, negotiation and the use of political power. This insightful Advanced Introduction will be an excellent resource for both graduates and undergraduates studying governance and political science. It will also be a useful guide for academics who are interested in governance and who need a concise introduction.Trade Review‘A fair commentary on this book is that it is wisdom distilled. If you want to grapple with governance and get a clear sense of its core, this is the book for you. If you want to understand some of its subtleties and complexities, this is also the book for you. These authors are the joint godfathers of governance. They are making you an offer you should not refuse.’ -- Gerry Stoker, University of Southampton, UK'With their typical clarity, Pierre and Peters manage to bring an enormous range of dispersed research together into a focused framework for analyzing governance--a framework that puts governance into perspective by illuminating its distinctive features and by making its relationship to government and governing crystal clear. The result is a highly readable account that will greatly enhance cross-national research.' -- Christopher Ansell, University of California, Berkeley, US'This Advanced Introduction, authored by two internationally leading scholars in the field, provides a much needed, inspiring and reflected analysis of theories and concepts of governance. Based on innovative analytical distinctions, the book offers a highly accessible and encompassing approach to study one of the most important concepts in the public policy and public administration literature.' -- Christoph Knill, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, GermanyTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Introduction: What is governance? 2. Etatiste governance 3. Network and interactive governance 4. Multilevel governance 5. Informal governance 6. Metagovernance: The governance of governance 7. Good governance? 8. Theoretical and methodological issues in governance research References Index
£89.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd The Future of Federalism: Intergovernmental
Book SynopsisThe global financial crisis had a dramatic short-term effect on federal relations and, as the twelve case studies in this illuminating book show, set in place a new set of socio-political factors that are shaping the longer-run process of institutional change in federal systems. The Future of Federalism illustrates how an understanding of these complex dynamics is crucial to the development of policies needed for effective and sustainable federal governance in the 21st century. The book finds that growing fiscal pressures are interacting with domestic political variables to produce country specific federal dynamics. Arguably the first detailed study of the medium term impact of the financial crisis and its aftermath on federal governance, this volume highlights how growing budget pressures are contributing to increased centralisation in many federations, while in others national governments are devolving power to appease regional grievances and preserve the federal union. Contributions from leading federalism and public finance scholars test recent theoretical explanations of change in federal systems against the experiences of a diverse cross-section of federal jurisdictions. The case studies include both established federations and 'federalizing' jurisdictions, such as the UK and China, and highlights the complex dynamics which shape the evolution of federal governance Comprehensive and interdisciplinary, this timely book will appeal to students and scholars - from political science, economics and law - studying federalism, governance studies and comparative political economy. It is essential reading for public officials and policy makers interested in intergovernmental relations, public finance and budgeting and tax policy.Contributors include: J.R. Afonso, D.M. Brown, C. Colino, T.J. Conlan, L. de Mello, E. del Pino, R. Eccleston, R. Hortle, R. Jha, R. Krever, S. Lee, R. Mabugu, E. Massetti, P. Mellor, J. Schnellenbach, N. Soguel, C. WongTrade Review'Eccleston and Krever have produced a masterful edited volume on the impact of the world-wide financial crisis on twelve federations or near-federations. The book theoretically informs scholars of democracy, institutions, and, of course, federalism on how fiscal pressures contributed to shaping governance in tough times. The cases are informative and focused. It is a major contribution to our understanding of federalism under duress and could not be more timely.' --Carol S. Weissert, Florida State University, US'This book discusses how twelve decentralized countries - some federal, some not - coped with the recent economic crisis. These structured comparative case studies show that the different combinations of rigid and flexible ''federal'' features found in each country shaped its reaction to changing economic circumstances, both reinforcing the importance of understanding institutional dynamics in analyzing decentralized systems and showing that ''federalism'' (broadly defined) need not be an obstacle to change but may sometimes be the best way a diverse country can accommodate change.' --Richard M. Bird, University of Toronto, CanadaTable of ContentsContents: Introduction: The Evolution of Intergovernmental Financial Relations in the 21st Century Richard Eccleston, Rob Hortle and Richard Krever PART I 1. Fiscal Federalism in the 21st Century Richard Eccleston, Richard Krever and Helen Smith PART II 2. Beyond the Financial Crisis: The Future of Fiscal Federalism in the United States Paul L. Posner and Timothy J. Conlan 3. The Financial Crisis and the Future of Federalism in Canada Douglas M. Brown 4. The Future of the Australian Federation: Intergovernmental Financial Relations Amid Growing Fiscal Pressures Richard Eccleston and Richard Krever 5. The Gathering Storm: Federalization and Constitutional Change in the United Kingdom Simon Lee PART III 6. German Federalism at the Crossroads: Renegotiating the Allocation of Competencies in a New Financial Environment Jan Schnellenbach 7. The Future of Swiss Federalism: The Challenge of Fiscal Stabilization Policy in the Absence of Coordination Nils Soguel 8. The Financial and Political Crisis of Spanish Federalism: Transformation or Erosion? César Colino and Eloísa Del Pino 9. Italian Federalism in the Balance – Suspended Between European Integration and Domestic Devolution Emanuele Massetti PART IV 10. The Financial Crisis and the Challenge of Fiscal Federalism in China: The 2008 Stimulus and the Limits of China’s Intergovernmental System Christine Wong 11. Indian Federalism Beyond the Financial Crisis Raghbendra Jha 12. The Global Crisis and Brazilian Federalism: Effects and Perspectives José Roberto Afonso and Luiz De Mello 13. The Impact of the Financial Crisis on Intergovernmental Financial Relationsin South Africa Ramos Mabugu PART V 14. Intergovernmental Financial Relations in an Age of Austerity: Implications for the Future of Federalism Richard Eccleston, Richard Krever and Peter Mellor Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Central and Local Government Relations in Asia:
Book SynopsisSustainable and inclusive growth in emerging Asian economies requires high levels of public investment in areas such as infrastructure, education, health, and social services. The increasing complexity and regional diversity of these investment needs, together with the trend of democratization, has led to fiscal decentralization being implemented in many Asian economies. This book takes stock of some major issues regarding fiscal decentralization, including expenditure and revenue assignments, transfer programs, and the sustainability of local government finances, and develops important findings and policy recommendations. The book's expert contributors assess the current state of the allocation of expenditures and revenues between central and local governments in emerging Asian economies, and discuss their major strengths and weaknesses. They also present relevant case studies of experiences and reform measures related to strengthening and monitoring local government finance, including the implications of expanded fiscal capacity for infrastructure investment and other public spending. Covering the major Asian economies of the People's Republic of China, India, Indonesia, and Japan, among others, the book focuses on the economic incentives of transfer schemes, how intergovernmental fiscal equalization works, and how subnational government borrowing regulations could influence debt dynamics and the fiscal deficits of local governments. This book's insightful analysis will be essential reading for policymakers in Asian economies, and academics and researchers in the areas of economic development, public finance, and fiscal policy as well as development aid officials, multilateral banks, and NGOs.Contributors include: S. Barrios, S.-i. Bessho, P. Chakraborty, P. Das, Z. Fan, R.K. Goel, S. Li, D. Martínez-López, J. Martinez-Vazquez, P.J. Morgan, A. Nasution, J.W. Saunoris, P. Smoke, L.Q. Trinh, V. Vulovic, G. Wan, N. Yoshino, Q. ZhangTrade Review'This book is characterized by a strong team of authors including international consultants with in-depth experience in the area and regional experts. The combined first two chapters nicely summarize conceptual issues, present key regional facts, and raise issues worthy of further analysis. Of particular interest, in my opinion, is the trifecta of chapters in Part II on the Mechanisms for Promoting Fiscal Sustainability at the Local Government Level that cover much more than Asia. Finally, five countries are examined in some depth. Overall a worthwhile read for anyone interested in decentralization.' --Francois Vaillancourt, Universite de Montreal, CanadaTable of ContentsContents: Preface Part I Frameworks for Central–Local Government Relations 1. Frameworks for central–local government relations and fiscal sustainability Peter J. Morgan and Long Q. Trinh 2. Looking beyond conventional intergovernmental fiscal frameworks: principles, realities, and neglected issues Paul Smoke Part II Mechanisms for Promoting Fiscal Sustainability at the Local Government Level 3. Federalism, fiscal space, and public investment spending: do fiscal rules impose hard budget constraints? Pinaki Chakraborty 4. Fiscal equalization schemes and subcentral government borrowing Salvador Barrios and Diego Martínez-López 5. How well do subnational borrowing regulations work? Jorge Martinez-Vazquez and Violeta Vulovic Part III Country Studies of Central–Local Government Relations 6. The fiscal risk of local government revenue in the People’s Republic of China Ziying Fan and Guanghua Wan 7. Key issues of central and local government finance in the People’s Republic of China Qichun Zhang and Shufang Li 8. Government decentralization program in Indonesia Anwar Nasution 9. Case study of central and local government finance in Japan Shun-ichiro Bessho 10. Fiscal decentralization and local budget deficits in Viet Nam: an empirical analysis Peter J. Morgan and Long Q. Trinh Part IV Behavioral Implications of Central–Local Government Relations 11. Debt dynamics, fiscal deficit, and stability in government borrowing in India: a dynamic panel analysis Panchanan Das 12. Forms of government decentralization and institutional quality: evidence from a large sample of nations Rajeev K. Goel and James W. Saunoris Index
£138.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies
Book SynopsisElgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary. This timely and insightful Research Agenda for Federalism Studies brings together comparative reflections from leading scholars across five continents on the past, present and future of federalism research. Addressing the research needs of federalism studies around the world, contributors focus on political theory, constitutionalism, self-rule, gender, diversity and conflict resolution, as well as challenges for federalism in Africa, Asia and Europe, to identify contemporary research lacunae and seek out new directions for investigation. In a world where more than 40 percent of the world's people live in federal systems, this impressive book provides accessible guidance through a profuse and complex research terrain. This rich source of ideas and research pathways offers critical insight for graduate students of political science and comparative government, as well as senior scholars seeking fresh perspectives on federalism studies. Contributors include: N. Aroney, J. Bednar, H. Bhattacharyya, P. Dardanelli, J. Dinan, A. Fenna, A.-G. Gagnon, T.O. Hueglin, S. Keil, J. Kincaid, A. Lecours, S. Mueller, F. Palermo, C. Saunders, N. Steytler, A. Tremblay, A. Valdesalici, J. VickersTrade Review'In 16 crisp, highly-readable chapters by recognized federalism scholars, this collection meets two important objectives. It synthesizes state-of-the-art research on a broad range of aspects related to federal studies, and identifies areas where further theoretical, comparative and empirical research is needed. In so doing it provides a helpful road-map on where federal studies stand, and an innovative compass on where they should be heading.' --Johanne Poirier, McGill University Faculty of Law, Canada'A great collection arriving when global politics is navigating unknown waters. In such times, open-minded reflection and sure-footed knowledge of every federal experience should take priority over scholasticism and methodological perfectionism. Commendably, most chapters stay clear of the practice of cross-referencing the like-minded. Instead, scholars across various disciplines propose different research agendas bringing dynamism, relevance and nuance to what is likely to be a solution to the challenges awaiting us.' --Jan Erk, University of Pretoria, South Africa'A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies is a treasure-trove of solid federalism scholarship as well as a compilation of questions as yet unanswered. The contributors provide a first rate research agenda for scholars--especially new scholars--seeking to make a difference in this subfield.' --Carol S. Weissert, Florida State University, USTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies 1 John Kincaid 1 Federalism and political theory: a case of mutual neglect? 15 Thomas O. Hueglin 2 Federalism theory: the boundary problem, robustness and dynamics 27 Jenna Bednar 3 Federalism and constitutionalism: challenges presented by dominant conceptions of the unitary state 39 Cheryl Saunders 4 Subnational constitutions: a research agenda 50 John Dinan 5 Federalism and courts: research avenues 61 Nicholas Aroney 6 What hope for comparative federalism? 76 Alan Fenna 7 The peregrinations of fiscal federalism: past, present and future of a research agenda 93 Alice Valdesalici 8 De/centralization 106 Paolo Dardanelli 9 The gender-and-federalism research field: past, present and future 117 Jill Vickers 10 Federalism and diversity: a new research agenda 129 Alain-G. Gagnon and Arjun Tremblay 11 Federalism and nationalism 140 André Lecours 12 Federalism as a tool of conflict resolution 151 Soeren Keil 13 Federalism and the politics of shared rule 162 Sean Mueller 14 Non-centralism in Africa: in search of the federal idea 175 Nico Steytler 15 Federalism in Asia: beyond the diversity problematic 187 Harihar Bhattacharyya 16 Federalism and the European Union: asymmetry, policies and some recurring federal dilemmas 198 Francesco Palermo Index 209
£94.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd A Research Agenda for Governance
Book SynopsisElgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary.This incisive Research Agenda for Governance draws together unique contributions from leading scholars to examine the two distinct models of governance: the traditional model, based on the state and exercise of control through law and bureaucracy, and an alternative model centred on the collaboration of public and private sector actors.Introducing the essential principles and rationale of these alternative models of governance, both of which can be seen operating at all levels of government in democratic as well as non-democratic regimes, the chapters evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the two systems. Drawing conclusions from critical areas of inquiry, including multi-level governance, the nature of governance in democratic and authoritarian regimes, and digital innovations in governance, the book offers a richly detailed insight into the respective workings of the models of governing by control and by collaboration.This Research Agenda will be an invaluable resource for academics and graduate students of public policy, regulation and governance, and public administration management. Its measured consideration of the possibilities for enhancing public innovation via alternative models of governance will also be of significant interest to employees within the public sector.Trade Review‘This is essential stuff for anyone interested in real processes of governance. If you want to understand how new forms of collaboration with citizens become intertwined with traditional modes of hierarchical governance – and in the challenges this poses for governance practices and governance research – this book is essential. It is also written in easily accessible language while simultaneously drawing on a very rich base of expert knowledge. A fascinating read!’ -- Thomas Schillemans, Utrecht University, the NetherlandsTable of ContentsContents: 1. Foundations for thinking about governance 2. State-centric governance 3. The rise of collaborative governance 4. Metagovernance 5. How does collaboration function in multilevel governance? 6. What is good governance and how good is it? 7. How collaborative governance can make political systems more democratic and effective 8. The promise, perils and pitfalls of digital governance 9. Is global governance possible? 10. Measuring governance 11. The quest for public innovation 12. Conclusion: the implications of control and collaboration in public governance Index
£106.58
Collective Ink British State, The: A Warning
Book SynopsisWhat happens if a radical government gets elected in Britain? How will the banks, the civil servants, the media and the military react? Is the idea of a British coup far-fetched? How can the left prepare? Chris Nineham addresses these questions by looking behind the myths at the reality of two hundred years of British state rule. He brings us a warning from history. Don’t be fooled again, read this book.
£999.99
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Research Handbook on Nationalism
Book SynopsisAssembling scholarship on the subject of nationalism from around the world, this Research Handbook brings to the attention of the reader research showcasing the unprecedented expansion of the scholarly field in general and offers a diversity of perspectives on the topic. It highlights the disarray in Western social sciences and the rise in the relative importance of previously independent scholarly traditions of China and post-Soviet societies. Nationalism is the field of study where the mutual relevance of these traditions is both most clearly evident and particularly consequential. Chapters explore specific cases (some of them previously underexplored) across a range of topics, including: the construction of a national identity, the institutionalization of nationalism, democracy and self-determination, the roles of class, ethnicity, religion and race in nationalism, and the connection between nationalism and the economy. Offering a comparative perspective on nationalism across different regions and civilizations, this Handbook also allows the reader to compare and evaluate different approaches across the social sciences, re-examining their utility. Political science, sociology and international relations scholars will find this to be an essential read in exploring the wide-ranging differences in nationalism across different countries, and its effects both historically and in modern times. This will also be a valuable book for policy-makers looking for different perspectives on the topic. Trade Review'The varieties of nationalism have long perplexed historians and humbled theorists. In this curated collection of articles representing investigations of special cases and concepts, the editors, Liah Greenfeld and Zeying Wu, have recognized and investigated that resistant diversity. No attempt is made to squeeze distinct stories into a common mold. Rather, readers may explore diverse examples and come to their own conclusions. This is an invaluable first stop for any researcher interested in understanding the complexities of our world in this time of multiplying misconceptions and their dangerous consequences.' --Ronald Grigor Suny, University of Michigan and the University of Chicago, US'Wonderful analyses of nationalism appeared forty years ago, helping us to understand the resurgence of this force in the 1990s. But the world-and nationalism-has changed. This superb, highly innovative collection is very welcome: it ranges over the whole world, deals with cultures as well as structures, and its contributions-at last!-are neutral.' --John A. Hall, McGill University, Canada'The case studies in this volume reveal the various ways nationalism has been conceptualized across disciplines and cultures. Liah Greenfeld's critical introduction provides an ambitious model for rethinking and integrating this diverse material. As a source of primary data, and as a challenge to theory, this collection should be required reading for anyone interested in nationalism and its vicissitudes.' --Charles Lindholm, Boston University, USTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to the Research Handbook on Nationalism 1 Liah Greenfeld PART I WHAT ON EARTH IS THIS ALL ABOUT? Section A Between Left and Right 1 When right meets left: on the progressive rhetoric of far-right populist parties in Europe 22 Francesco Duina and Dylan Carson 2 The left and nationalism: from the French Revolution to the Anthropocene 34 Daniele Conversi Section B Post-Cold War Disarray 3 Nationalism and terrorism 54 Nick Brooke 4 Historical ethnic collective identity and citizenship in Azerbaijan, Georgia and Moldova 66 Maxim Tabachnik 5 Dominant nation particularism in state-nations: Russian and Serbian nationalism in Soviet and Yugoslav dissolution 78 Veljko Vujačić PART II THE SIGNIFICANCE OF RACE 6 Race and nation in the formation of Brazilian identity 91 Leone Campos de Sousa 7 Ressentiment , nationalism and the emergence of political culture in Grenada 100 Oliver Benoit 8 Frantz Fanon and the dream of African nationalism 116 Oy.shiku Carr PART III CHANNELS OF INSTITUTIONALIZATION 9 Art, architecture, and nationalism 126 Athena S. Leoussi 10 Iconic nature, material symbolism, and American nationalism: Thomas Moran and a vista on Yellowstone 137 Eric Malczewski 11 Picturing nationalism in the nineteenth-century US Civil War press 148 Jennifer E. Moore 12 Heritage and national consciousness: bricks as methodology and metaphor 160 Oliver Benoit 13 For country through science: nationalism and German scientists in the early twentieth century 175 Richard Yarrow PART IV ECONOMIC NATIONALISM VS ECONOMIC DETERMINISM 14 Economic nationalism in favor of globalization: post-war Japan and postreform China 190 Zeying Wu 15 Two faces of nationalism in the European Union 203 Ireneusz Pawel Karolewski 16 Globalization, the rhetoric of nationalism, and the resilience of neoliberalism 215 Metehan Tekinirk 17 The nationalism of the rich 230 Emmanuel Dalle Mulle PART V ELITE AND GRASSROOTS CONCEPTIONS OF NATIONAL IDENTITY 18 Japanese nationalism: its historical phases and issues of modernity 243 Chikako Takeishi 19 Bai people: transition from an occupation in Xizhou town to an ethnicity 255 Yanbin Chen 20 The competition between state nationalism and ethnic nationalism in China 263 Liming Chen and Guoxia Zu 21 Eurasian nationalism 276 Yuri Ivanovich Basilov PART VI BY THE SIDE OF EMPIRES 22 Mapping the matrix of nationalisms in Hong Kong: on the six generations of Hongkonger identities from the 1920s to 2020 and their generational conflicts 290 Tommy Leung Yiu-man 23 “Liberate Hong Kong, the revolution of our times”: the birth of the first Orient nation in the twenty-first century 312 Yuk-man Cheung 24 The road to Catalan independence: sovereignty, self-determination and the struggle for democracy, 2006–19 334 Agust. Colomines i Companys 25 We are two nations: bivocal nationalism in Georgia 347 Nutsa Batiashvili PART VII COMPETING FOR SUPREMACY 26 “Make the past serve the present”: cultural confidence and Chinese nationalism in Xi Jinping thought 360 Chandler Rosenberger 27 Nationalism and greatness: Russia under the Putin presidencies 371 Bo Petersson PART VIII CIVILIZATIONAL SPECIFICITIES Section A Monotheistic Civilization 28 Nationalism and religion: Christianity 384 Nicolas Prevelakis 29 Polish nationalism and the Jews 395 Genevi.ve Zubrzycki 30 The return of the image of the Jew as Poland’s threatening other: Polish national identity and antisemitism in the third decade after the end of communism in 1989 406 Joanna Beata Michlic Section B Chinese Civilization 31 Neo-authoritarianism: a new type of Chinese nationalism 428 Zhidong Cai 32 The transformation of the Chinese nationalist discourse system and research paradigm over 40 years of "reform and opening-up" 440 Hongying Hu 33 The problem of Chinese nationalism: Eurocentrism, US exceptionalism and de-colonization in the modern world-system 453 Tung-Yi Kho Index 471
£217.00
Cognella, Inc A Republic, If You Can Keep It: An Anthology of Readings on American Government
Book Synopsis"A Republic, If You Can Keep It": An Anthology of Readings on American Government provides students with a carefully curated selection of articles that explore various aspects of American government and politics.The book is organised into three sections. In the first unit, Foundations of American Government, the readings explore how much political knowledge we as Americans have and whether we should seek to create a more informed citizenry. It also examines the complex dynamics of federalism, which is critical to understanding how the government is set up and operates. In the second unit, Institutions of American Government, students read about the three branches of government. The final unit, Features of the American Political System, covers politics in the United States, with readings that address elections, the effectiveness of negative campaigns, the debate over the Electoral College, and the impacts the media and group lobbying have on the political process.Developed to help students critically think about various aspects of American government and politics, "A Republic, If You Can Keep It" is an exemplary resource for courses and programs in political science and American government.
£67.20
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Rethinking Federalism Studies
Book SynopsisIn this timely book, Carol S. Weissert proves that federalism is highly relevant to the modern world and worthy of deeper academic study. Highlighting the dynamic nature of federalism, this book focuses on linking scholarship to the policy and politics of federalism in the US and across the world.Combining work by American federalism and comparative federalism scholars, Weissert explores how researchers from across these fields can learn from each other. Chapters analyse both traditional and newer approaches to federalism, identifying areas of success and suggestions for further study. The book focuses on the challenges facing federalism today, in particular analysing the impact of federalism on governmental responses to the Covid-19 pandemic. Other issues covered include the impact of political polarisation on federalism, intergovernmental conflict, the drive towards centralisation, multi-level governance, and public scepticism of government.Offering up-to-date insights into the theory and practice of federalism, this book will be essential reading for scholars and students of American and comparative federalism, political science, public administration, governance, and constitutional studies.Trade Review‘Carol S. Weissert has produced an incredibly valuable and timely resource for scholars, students and practitioners of contemporary federalism. Rethinking Federalism Studies provides a comprehensive and insightful synopsis of the discipline while also providing a thought provoking assessment of whether federalism can help address the fundamental challenges facing democracies.’ -- Richard Eccleston, University of Tasmania, Australia‘The book offers fresh thinking on myriad challenges confronting American federalism such as creeping centralization and nationalization, citizens’ lack of trust in government, extreme partisan polarization, and widening intergovernmental conflict. Weissert exposes tensions in the system and identifies critical questions for federalism scholars to pursue. Engaging writing and compelling evidence make Rethinking Federalism Studies essential reading for those concerned about America’s future.’ -- Ann O’M. Bowman, Texas A&M University, USTable of ContentsContents: 1. The relevance of federalism research 2. Political parties and federalism 3. Federalism in times of crisis 4. Intergovernmental relations: the hidden dimension of government 5. Federalism and public policy 6. Fiscal federalism 7. A look ahead for federalism scholarship References Index
£80.87
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Teaching Federalism: Multidimensional Approaches
Book SynopsisTeaching Federalism presents innovative ideas for teaching a wide variety of key concepts of federalism and federal-country cases. Each chapter introduces a topic, explains its place in federalism research, and provides learning objectives, pedagogical tools, and questions for class discussions, student essays, and examinations. Evaluation and reading suggestions are included as well.The book covers twenty substantive facets of federalism important for understanding contemporary issues of federalism and federation, such as power distribution, second chambers, high courts, intergovernmental relations, fiscal federalism, multinational federalism, conflict resolution, indigenous peoples, gendered federalism, and secession. Also included are case-study examples for teaching about federalism in Germany, India, Nigeria, Switzerland, and the United States.Educators around the world who teach federalism or wish to do so will find this a wonderful resource for lesson plans on a wide variety of issues related to federalism. Students studying federalism will also find it invaluable as an introductory resource for important topics and readings on the subject.Trade Review‘Teaching Federalism: Multidimensional Approaches takes us past the comfort zone of traditional teaching on federalism in the West by laying out its analyses in a truly global and inclusive manner. The textbook contains twenty chapters covering almost every substantive facet of federalism, ranging from fiscal federalism to intergovernmental relations, from social policymaking to political culture. Most contributions are written by political scientists—some with a pronounced philosophical bent, but a few chapters are penned by law scholars, and one was written by an economist.’ -- Jan Erk, The Journal of Federalism'Recent events across the world have highlighted the importance of federalism. Yet too often, even political science students have only the most basic idea of what federalism is and why it is important. This book will help alleviate that ignorance with its systematic approach to teaching federalism, as it provides a treasure trove of information in an accessible format on comparative federalism that will help fill a gap in knowledge of this pivotal and timely area.' -- Carol S. Weissert, Florida State University, US‘A rare collection of concise essays on key federal topics and countries with great ideas on how to teach them. Implementing these ideas in class will be both intellectually inspiring and fun.’ -- Sean Mueller, University of Lausanne, SwitzerlandTable of ContentsContents: Foreword xvii Rupak Chattopadhyay Acknowledgments xxi Introduction to Teaching Federalism: Multidimensional Approaches 1 John Kincaid and J. Wesley Leckrone 1 Theories of covenant and federalism: deep roots with multiple shoots 4 Glenn Moots 2 The Federalist: the world’s seminal source on federalism 14 Troy E. Smith and Ryan D. Nelson 3 Comparative federalism: what is a federation and how do we study more than one? 25 Alan Fenna 4 Federalism and constitutionalism: a relation based on interdependency 33 Elisabeth Alber and Francesco Palermo 5 Distribution of powers in federal systems: federalism’s heart 45 John Kincaid 6 Second chambers in federal systems: shared-rule guarantors or party hacks? 57 Anna Gamper 7 High courts in federations: neutral referees or team players? 67 Nicholas Aroney 8 Intergovernmental relations: federalism’s lifeblood? 79 Johanne Poirier 9 Fiscal federalism: federalism’s nerve tissue? 91 Anwar Shah 10 Federal political culture: federalism’s glue? 104 David McGrane 11 Political parties in federal systems: key players in the federal game 113 Klaus Detterbeck 12 Local governments in federal systems: deepening federal democracy? 123 Nico Steytler 13 Federalism and democracy 133 Robert P. Inman 14 Multinational, multicultural, intercultural, and plurinational federalism 141 Arjun Tremblay and Alain-G. Gagnon 15 Federalism and conflict resolution: mixed success? 154 Soeren Keil 16 Asymmetric vs. symmetric federalism: equity vs. equality 165 Maja Sahadžić 17 Secession in federal systems: voice versus exit 176 Eva Maria Belser and Robin Beglinger 18 Social policymaking in federal systems: can equity and diversity coexist? 187 Andrew Karch 19 Applying a gender lens to federal systems 198 Jill Vickers 20 Indigenous peoples and federalism: in or out? 210 Martin Papillon 21 Germany: cooperation and executive dominance 221 Nathalie Behnke 22 Indian federalism: centralism amidst diversity 233 Louise Tillin 23 Nigeria: a model of federalist ethnic conflict management or federalist illusion? 242 Rotimi T. Suberu 24 Switzerland: real federalism at work 254 Rahel Freiburghaus and Adrian Vatter 25 Federalism in the United States: dualism with a splash of coercion 265 J. Wesley Leckrone Index
£110.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Handbook on Ministerial and Political Advisers
Book SynopsisMaking a significant, novel contribution to the burgeoning international literature on the topic, this Handbook charts the various methodological, theoretical, comparative and empirical dimensions of a future research agenda on ministerial and political advisers.With an international approach, a diverse range of expert and emerging scholars perform a thorough sociodemographic analysis of political and ministerial actors across different administrative traditions around the globe. Chapters examine their emergence on the executive stage, the circumstances and various institutional arrangements in which they operate, their contributions as policy workers and their turbulent relationship with the media. Questioning normative stances surrounding corruption in political–administrative relations, this transdisciplinary Handbook provides a constructive, nuanced understanding of the nature and agency of ministerial and political advisers.Addressing both historical and contemporary matters relevant to ministerial and political advisers, this innovative Handbook will prove vital to students and scholars of politics, regulation and governance, public administration, policy and management, and international politics. With fresh and constructive analyses of the field, it will also be a useful resource for private-sector and governmental practitioners seeking insights into the roles and impacts of these advisers.Trade Review‘Shaw has curated a welcome and important contribution to our understanding of Ministerial and Political Advisers. Comprehensive in scope, theoretically and methodologically innovative, and empirically satisfying, this collection has a great deal to offer researchers and practitioners.’ -- Helen Sullivan, Australian National University‘This is an indispensable guide for scholars interested in how ministerial and political advisers shape public policy. With a clear and accessible style, contributors draw on a broad range of countries to describe the key controversies over the role of advisers and mark the path for new research on this critical topic.’ -- Alasdair Roberts, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, US‘Fifty years ago they started coming on the scene as scattered and shadowy “assistants”. Now, ministerial and political advisers are ubiquitous and institutionalised in many democracies. Are they indispensable lubricants in executive government, or an annoying and unaccountable force for politicising the public service? This impressive Handbook is the go-to place for state-of-the-art research on who these “powers behind the throne” are, how they operate and what influence they wield.’ -- Paul ’t Hart, Utrecht University and Scientific Council for Government Policy, the Netherlands‘Drawn together by one of the leading authors in the field, this outstanding collection of articles moves the study of political staff and ministerial advisers several large steps forward. Featuring contributions from prominent international scholars, the Handbook examines the location, content and nature of the high-level political and policy advice which often drives executive action in most contemporary governments. Unlike other work on the subject, the collection is explicitly comparative and its case studies of continental European, Westminster, Scandinavian, American, Asian and Latin American systems, especially, are at the leading edge of research on the subject. It is a must-read for students of executive government worldwide.’ -- Michael Howlett, Simon Fraser University, CanadaTable of ContentsContents: PART I SETTING THE SCENE 1 Introduction to the Handbook on Ministerial and Political Advisers 2 Richard Shaw and Chris Eichbaum 2 Of ideal-types and images: advisers and political-administrative relations 13 Alexandre Belloir and Caspar van den Berg 3 The story so far: what we know (and don’t know) about ministerial advisers 26 Athanassios Gouglas PART II THEORISING THE FIELD 4 Institutions matter: new institutionalist approaches to the study of ministerial advisers 46 Fabrizio Di Mascio and Alessandro Natalini 5 Public service bargains: advisers in the executive ménage à trois 61 Richard Shaw and Heidi Houlberg Salomonsen 6 Policy advisory systems: location, agency, and influence 76 Sylvia Veit 7 From institutionalism to court politics and all points between: the theoretical context of executive government 89 R. A. W. Rhodes PART III EMPIRICAL METHODS AND METHODOLOGIES 8 Survey research and ministerial advisers’ scholarship 110 Kristoffer Kolltveit, Rune Karlsen, and Jostein Askim 9 Using the interpretivist methodology 123 Amalie Trangbæk and Mathilde Cecchini 10 The comparative method in ministerial adviser research 137 Heath Pickering, Marleen Brans, and Guy Peters 11 Studying ministerial advisers’ careers and profiles: the prosopographic method 155 Marleen Brans, Arthur Meert, Pieter Moens, and Pierre Squevin 12 Systematic literature reviews: opportunities and limits in ministerial adviser research 173 Arthur Meert, Heath Pickering, Marleen Brans, and Athanassios Gouglas PART IV ADVICE AND ADVISERS AROUND THE WORLD 13 Traditions in Asia 197 Wei Li 14 Ministerial advisers in central and eastern Europe: transition belts or something else? 208 Katar’na Staroňov‡ and Marek Ryb‡ř 15 The Continental tradition of ministerial advice: no institutional home for ministerial advisers? 221 Thurid Hustedt 16 Ministerial advisers in political systems of the Napoleonic administrative tradition: the ministerial cabinet 232 Arthur Meert, Marleen Brans, Fabrizio Di Mascio, Athanassios Gouglas, Alessandro Natalini, and Patrícia Silva 17 Ministerial advisers in the Scandinavian tradition 251 Jostein Askim, Kristoffer Kolltveit, and Eivind Smith 18 Conceptualising the ministerial adviser in Latin America: roles and relationships with the bureaucracy 266 Diego Salazar-Morales 19 ‘31 Flavors’: the American system of ministerial (secretarial) advisers 282 Evan T. Haglund 20 The Westminster tradition 296 Bernadette Connaughton, Charis Rice, and Richard Shaw PART V MATTERS ARISING 21 Advising political leaders: history matters 313 Andrew Blick 22 Ministerial advisers and policy-making 326 Jonathan Craft 23 Policy-making in the executive triangle: a comparative perspective on ministers, advisers, and civil servants 338 Tobias Bach and Thurid Hustedt 24 Politics and politicisation: bane or boon companion? 352 Dennis C. Grube 25 Keeping them honest: accountability and regulation 365 Yee-Fui Ng 26 Ministerial advisers and the media 378 Rune Karlsen and Kristoffer Kolltveit 27 The biographies of ministerial advisers: why and how gender and career trajectories matter 390 Maria Maley PART VI WHERE TO FROM HERE FOR MINISTERIAL AND POLITICAL ADVISERS? 28 For better or for worse? Into the future 406 Richard Shaw Glossary: common terms and concepts found in the literature on ministerial advisers 419 Heath Pickering
£200.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies
Book SynopsisElgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary. This timely and insightful Research Agenda for Federalism Studies brings together comparative reflections from leading scholars across five continents on the past, present and future of federalism research. Addressing the research needs of federalism studies around the world, contributors focus on political theory, constitutionalism, self-rule, gender, diversity and conflict resolution, as well as challenges for federalism in Africa, Asia and Europe, to identify contemporary research lacunae and seek out new directions for investigation. In a world where more than 40 percent of the world's people live in federal systems, this impressive book provides accessible guidance through a profuse and complex research terrain. This rich source of ideas and research pathways offers critical insight for graduate students of political science and comparative government, as well as senior scholars seeking fresh perspectives on federalism studies. Contributors include: N. Aroney, J. Bednar, H. Bhattacharyya, P. Dardanelli, J. Dinan, A. Fenna, A.-G. Gagnon, T.O. Hueglin, S. Keil, J. Kincaid, A. Lecours, S. Mueller, F. Palermo, C. Saunders, N. Steytler, A. Tremblay, A. Valdesalici, J. VickersTrade Review'In 16 crisp, highly-readable chapters by recognized federalism scholars, this collection meets two important objectives. It synthesizes state-of-the-art research on a broad range of aspects related to federal studies, and identifies areas where further theoretical, comparative and empirical research is needed. In so doing it provides a helpful road-map on where federal studies stand, and an innovative compass on where they should be heading.' --Johanne Poirier, McGill University Faculty of Law, Canada'A great collection arriving when global politics is navigating unknown waters. In such times, open-minded reflection and sure-footed knowledge of every federal experience should take priority over scholasticism and methodological perfectionism. Commendably, most chapters stay clear of the practice of cross-referencing the like-minded. Instead, scholars across various disciplines propose different research agendas bringing dynamism, relevance and nuance to what is likely to be a solution to the challenges awaiting us.' --Jan Erk, University of Pretoria, South Africa'A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies is a treasure-trove of solid federalism scholarship as well as a compilation of questions as yet unanswered. The contributors provide a first rate research agenda for scholars--especially new scholars--seeking to make a difference in this subfield.' --Carol S. Weissert, Florida State University, USTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to A Research Agenda for Federalism Studies 1 John Kincaid 1 Federalism and political theory: a case of mutual neglect? 15 Thomas O. Hueglin 2 Federalism theory: the boundary problem, robustness and dynamics 27 Jenna Bednar 3 Federalism and constitutionalism: challenges presented by dominant conceptions of the unitary state 39 Cheryl Saunders 4 Subnational constitutions: a research agenda 50 John Dinan 5 Federalism and courts: research avenues 61 Nicholas Aroney 6 What hope for comparative federalism? 76 Alan Fenna 7 The peregrinations of fiscal federalism: past, present and future of a research agenda 93 Alice Valdesalici 8 De/centralization 106 Paolo Dardanelli 9 The gender-and-federalism research field: past, present and future 117 Jill Vickers 10 Federalism and diversity: a new research agenda 129 Alain-G. Gagnon and Arjun Tremblay 11 Federalism and nationalism 140 André Lecours 12 Federalism as a tool of conflict resolution 151 Soeren Keil 13 Federalism and the politics of shared rule 162 Sean Mueller 14 Non-centralism in Africa: in search of the federal idea 175 Nico Steytler 15 Federalism in Asia: beyond the diversity problematic 187 Harihar Bhattacharyya 16 Federalism and the European Union: asymmetry, policies and some recurring federal dilemmas 198 Francesco Palermo Index 209
£29.95
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Handbook on Governmentality
Book SynopsisThe Handbook on Governmentality discusses the development of an interdisciplinary field of research, focusing on Michel Foucault’s post-foundationalist concept of governmentality and the ways it has been used to write genealogies of modern states, the governance of societal problems and the governance of the self.Bringing together an international group of contributors, the Handbook examines major developments in debates on governmentality, as well as encouraging further research in areas such as climate change, decolonial politics, logistics, and populism. Chapters explore how governmentality reshapes policy analysis as political practice, the relationship between Foucault’s ideas of government and postcolonial experiences, and how governmentality can illuminate discourse on the green economy and biopolitics. Analysing how contemporary socio-political issues including feminist politics, migration, and racialized medicine are interwoven with the concept of governmentality, this Handbook sheds light on the modern-day uses of Foucault’s work.Providing a comprehensive overview of research on governmentality, this Handbook will be essential reading for students and scholars of development studies, geopolitics, political economy, organizational studies, political geography, postcolonial theory, and public policy. It will also be a key resource for policy makers in the field looking for a deeper theoretical understanding of the topic.Trade Review‘Nearly forty years after his death, governmentality remains Michel Foucault’s most elusive and productive theoretical concept; especially in generating interdisciplinary empirical scholarship. Now with its revelatory introductory chapter and powerhouse collection of leading contemporary scholars, Walters and Tazzioli's Handbook on Governmentality has demystified the topic and opened governmentality to a new generation of critical researchers across the social sciences and humanities.’ -- Jonathan Simon, University of California, Berkeley, US‘Governmentality has become a ubiquitous term in social and political theory. Stemming from Foucault, the concept has been stretched and even squeezed over the last years. This impressive Handbook lays the basis for a new season in governmentality studies, exploring new geographical and conceptual frontiers. An amazing achievement!’ -- Sandro Mezzadra, University of Bologna, ItalyTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to the Handbook on governmentality 1 William Walters and Martina Tazzioli PART I GOVERNMENTALITY: GENESIS, ENCOUNTER, TRANSFORMATION 1 Foucault, governmentality, and the techniques of the self 22 Daniele Lorenzini 2 The yoke of law and the lustre of glory: Foucault and Dumézil on sovereignty 38 Stuart Elden 3 Governmentalizing ‘policy studies’ 54 Carol Bacchi 4 Governmentality and international relations: critiques, challenges, genealogies 72 Hans-Martin Jaeger 5 Towards a postcolonial theory of crisis, neoliberal government, and biopolitics from below 94 Ranabir Samaddar PART II TALKING GOVERNMENTALITY 6 Governmentality: a conversation with Wendy Brown, Partha Chatterjee and Nikolas Rose 113 Wendy Brown, Partha Chatterjee, Nikolas Rose, Martina Tazzioli and William Walters 7 Governmentality and beyond: an interview with Colin Gordon 136 Colin Gordon, Martina Tazzioli and William Walters 8 Governmentality in translation: an interview with Graham Burchell 156 Graham Burchell, Martina Tazzioli and William Walters PART III GOVERNMENT AND ITS PROBLEMS 9 The neoliberal welfare state 174 Ian Alexander Lovering, Sahil Jai Dutta and Samuel Knafo 10 Governmentality and security: governing life-in-motion 187 Jef Huysmans 11 Secrecy beyond the state: governmentality, security and truth effects 208 Susanne Krasmann 12 Governmentality and the subject of rights 221 Ben Golder 13 Algorithmic governmentality: questions of method 235 Claudia Aradau 14 Logistical power 251 Brett Neilson 15 Governmentality and political ecology 266 Emanuele Leonardi and Luigi Pellizzoni PART IV GOVERNMENTALITY ACROSS NATIONS AND OTHER POLITICAL FORMATIONS 16 Diminishing life: racialized medicine, neoliberalism, and precarity in the United States 287 Jonathan Xavier Inda 17 French humanitarianism: governmentality and its limits 304 Miriam Ticktin 18 EUrope’s border ensemble and the disorder of migrant multiplicities 320 Maurice Stierl 19 Hukou and suzhi as technologies of governing citizenship and migration in China 335 Chenchen Zhang PART V GOVERNMENTALITY AND CONTESTATION 20 Feminist politics and neoliberal governmentality: from co-option to counter-conduct 353 Srila Roy 21 The practice of parrhēsia and the transformation of managerial governmentality 369 Richard Weiskopf 22 Countering governmentality: enacting diverging territorialities by former enslaved people in Cauca, Colombia (1849–1886) 389 Cristina Rojas 23 Insurgent politics: refugees, sans-papiers and deportees under asylum and migration laws 405 Clara Lecadet Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Handbook on Public Sector Efficiency
Book SynopsisExamining the increasingly relevant topic of public sector efficiency, this dynamic Handbook investigates the context of constrained fiscal space and public funding sources using cross-country datasets in areas including China, India, sub-Saharan Africa and OECD economies. Expert contributors evaluate public sector efficiency for both national and sub-national governments, analysing important sectors such as education, health, public-private enterprises and state-owned enterprises. Given voters’ requirements to be more educated and for greater accountability on the use of public spending, chapters describe methodology and measurement issues alongside the allocation of resources to ensure better efficiency and effectiveness. Forward-thinking, the Handbook provides insights into how improving efficiency can greatly assist governments when dealing with unforeseen events such as the recent Covid-19 pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine. This Handbook will be an important read for academics and students of public sector economics and public administration and management. It will also provide an excellent background for the policy makers of international institutions looking to help the general public have a better understanding of how public spending works in order for them to make informed decisions when voting.Trade Review‘Taxpayers worldwide care about value for money through public spending. That is what public sector efficiency is about. The Handbook on Public Sector Efficiency maps the full landscape, bringing together contributions from lead researchers. Indispensable for practitioners and policymakers.’ -- Vitor Gaspar, Director of the Fiscal Affairs Department at the International Monetary Fund, Washington DC, US‘In times of growing public debt and stagflation, public sector efficiency is more important than ever. This Handbook is an essential guide for researchers and policy makers to a better understanding and towards improving the efficiency of the public sector.’ -- Clemens Fuest, President of the IFO Institute and Director of the Center for Economic Studies, GermanyTable of ContentsContents: Introduction to public sector efficiency António Afonso, João Tovar Jalles, Ana Venâncio 1 PART I SIZE AND QUALITY OF THE GOVERNMENT 1 The size of government 6 António Afonso, Ludger Schuknecht, Vito Tanzi 2 The quality of public finances 32 Michael Thöne 3 Government spending efficiency, measurement and applications: A cross-country efficiency dataset 44 António Afonso, João Tovar Jalles, Ana Venâncio 4 Methodologies for assessing government efficiency 72 Caitlin O’Loughlin, Léopold Simar, Paul W. Wilson PART II PUBLIC SECTOR EFFICIENCY, AND INSTITUTIONS AND FIRMS 5 Overall Public sector efficiency 103 Antonis Adam, Sofia Tsarsitalidou 6 On the persistence of public sector efficiency and the role of historical institutional quality 129 Konstantinos Angelopoulos, Pantelis Kammas 7 Handbook on public sector efficiency, government efficiency and fiscal rules 148 Amélie Barbier-Gauchard, Kéa Baret, Xavier Debrun 8 Pension spending efficiency 176 Boele Bonthuis 9 Public−private partnerships, fiscal risks and efficiency 196 Gerd Schwartz, Özlem Aydin, Rui Monteiro, Isabel Rial 10 State-owned enterprises: Struggling to be efficient 218 Paulo Medas, Mouhamadou Sy PART III PUBLIC SECTOR EFFICIENCY IN THE EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND SOCIAL PROTECTION SECTORS 11 Public spending efficiency in compulsory education 249 Douglas Sutherland 12 The efficiency of higher education institutions and systems 272 Tommaso Agasisti 13 Efficiency of public health spending 289 Pedro Pita Barros, Eduardo Costa 14 Evaluating the efficiency of social protection spending 310 David Coady, Samir Jahan 15 Efficiency of public investment and implications for the optimal level of public investment 334 Jean-Marc Fournier, Fabien Gonguet PART IV PUBLIC SECTOR EFFICIENCY ACROSS THE WORLD 16 Efficiency and economic growth: A panel analysis of Colombian regions 353 Luis Alberto Gutiérrez-Arango, Víctor Giménez, Daniel Osorio-Barreto, Diego Prior 17 Analysing public sector efficiency of the Indian States 370 Ranjan Kumar Mohanty , N R Bhanumurthy, Biresh K. Sahoo 18 Estimating returns to scale for the science and technology activities of project 985 universities in China 405 Yao-yao Song, Xian-tong Ren, Guo-liang Yang, Zhong-cheng Guan 19 Political short termism and government spending efficiency in Sub-Saharan Africa 427 Sijuola Orioye Olanubi, Oluwanbepelumi Esther Olanubi Index 440
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Limiting Leviathan
Book SynopsisThe enormous growth of the state occurring over much of this century has led the authors of this book to re-examine the proper relationship between the American people and their government. The authors first analyse the case for limiting governmental power and discuss which limits are appropriate, including tax and regulatory limits and electoral, congressional term and constitutional limits. They also examine possible auxiliary sources of state limitation, such as technological and economic limitations, informal order and lessons to be learned from local government. In sum, this book provides a seminal analysis of the necessity of limiting state power in order to preserve human rights.Limiting Leviathan will be a valuable reference point for scholars of public choice and government institutions.Trade Review'The book is an excellent introduction to the various tools and reasons for limiting government. . . . this book is first-rate. The summaries and overviews are unusually well done, and the book would work well as a reader or a second text in a variety of courses. It is intended as an introduction and overview, and it succeeds admirably.' -- Michael C. Munger, The Independent Review'Limiting Leviathan may be the best early guide to the major political challenge of the 21st century.' -- William A. Niskanen, Cato Institute, USTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Faustian Bargains and Constitutional Governance Part I: Why Should Government be Limited? 2. The Purpose and Limits of Government 3. Constitutionally-Limited Government versus Popular Democracy 4. Government: An Expensive Provider Part II: Which Limits on Government are Appropriate? 5. Constitutional Limits Versus Statutory Rules 6. Constitutional Spending Limitations and the Optimal Size of Government 7. Tax Limits 8. Regulatory Limits 9. The Case for Congressional Term Limits is the Same as the Case for Pollution Control 10. Electoral Limits Part III: Are Auxiliary Precautions Needed? 11. Federalist Theory and Polycentricity: Learning from Local Governments 12. Searching for Order: The Costly Interaction of Formal and Informal Systems 13. Technological and Economic Limitations on Governments Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Public Procurement
Book SynopsisPublic procurement is big business. International organisations and governments at national, regional, state and city levels are major buyers of goods and services. However, public procurement is a relatively under-researched and new discipline, which, uniquely, brings together contributions from the fields of economics and law.This two-volume set presents some of the major contributions in the field. It includes papers on outsourcing versus internal provision; public procurement and the role of competition and transparency; corruption; public procurement as a tool of industrial, social and environmental policy; public procurement as a trade barrier and its regulation under international trade agreements; and enforcing public procurement rules.Trade Review'The editors have produced an excellent contribution to the academic literature of public procurement.' -- Christopher Bovis, Common Market Law Review'The collection opens with a good summary of both parts and gives a useful overview of the main themes of the collection, which enables the reader to dip in and out effectively.' -- Rosemary Boyle, The Cambridge Law Journal'For the student needing to become ridiculously well-read in the subject this is likely to be a useful source of secondary research.' -- Andy Davies, Supply ManagementTable of ContentsContents: Volume I Acknowledgements Introduction Sue Arrowsmith and Keith Hartley PART I OUTSOURCING VERSUS INTERNAL PROVISION 1. Oliver E. Williamson (1979), ‘Transaction-Cost Economics: The Governance of Contractual Relations’ 2. Simon Domberger and Stephen Rimmer (1994), ‘Competitive Tendering and Contracting in the Public Sector: A Survey’ 3. George A. Boyne (1998), ‘Competitive Tendering in Local Government: A Review of Theory and Evidence’ 4. Robin Milne and Magnus McGee (1992), ‘Compulsory Competitive Tendering in the NHS: A New Look at Some Old Estimates’ 5. Stefan Szymanski and Sean Wilkins (1993), ‘Cheap Rubbish? Competitive Tendering and Contracting Out in Refuse Collection – 1981–88’ PART II THE APPROACH TO PROCUREMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR: COMPETITION AND TRANSPARENCY 6. William Vickrey (1961), ‘Counterspeculation, Auctions, and Competitive Sealed Tenders’ 7. Oliver E. Williamson (1976), ‘Franchise Bidding for Natural Monopolies – in General and with Respect to CATV’ 8. Robert R. Hunja (1998), ‘The UNCITRAL Model Law on Procurement of Goods, Construction and Services and its Impact on Procurement Reform’ 9. Jean Heilman Grier (1998), ‘An Overview of the Japanese Government Procurement System’ 10. David Parker and Keith Hartley (1997), ‘The Economics of Partnership Sourcing versus Adversarial Competition: A Critique’ 11. Steven L. Schooner and Neil S. Whiteman (2000), ‘Purchase Cards and Micro-Purchases: Sacrificing Traditional United States Procurement Policies at the Altar of Efficiency’ PART III CORRUPTION 12. Frederick Stapenhurst and Petter Langseth (1997), ‘The Role of the Public Administration in Fighting Corruption’ 13. Frank Anechiarico and James B. Jacobs (1995), ‘Purging Corruption from Public Contracting: The "Solutions" Are Now Part of the Problem’ 14. William E. Kovacic (1998), ‘The Civil False Claims Act as a Deterrent to Participation in Government Procurement Markets’ 15. Rex J. Zedalis (1997), ‘Internationalizing Prohibitions on Foreign Corrupt Practices: The OAS Convention and the OECD Revised Recommendation’ PART IV PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AS A TOOL OF INDUSTRIAL, SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY 16. P.A. Geroski (1990), ‘Procurement Policy as a Tool of Industrial Policy’ 17. P.E. Morris (1990), ‘Legal Regulation of Contract Compliance: An Anglo-American Comparison’ 18. Ron Watermeyer (2000), ‘The Use of Targeted Procurement as an Instrument of Poverty Alleviation and Job Creation in Infrastructure Projects’ 19. Sue Arrowsmith (1995), ‘Public Procurement as an Instrument of Policy and the Impact of Market Liberalisation’ 20. José Maria Fernández Martin and Oliver Stehmann (1991), ‘Product Market Integration versus Regional Cohesion in the Community’ 21. Christopher McCrudden (1999), ‘International Economic Law and the Pursuit of Human Rights: A Framework for Discussion of the Legality of "Selective Purchasing" Laws Under the WTO Government Procurement Agreement’ Name Index Volume II Acknowledgements An introduction by the editors to both volumes appears in Volume I PART 1 PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AS A BARRIER TO TRADE AND ITS REGULATION UNDER INTERNATIONAL TRADE AGREEMENTS 1. Federico Trionfetti (2000), ‘Discriminatory Public Procurement and International Trade’ 2. Andrew Cox (1992), ‘Implementing 1992 Public Procurement Policy: Public and Private Obstacles to the Creation of the Single European Market’ 3. Aaditya Mattoo (1996), ‘The Government Procurement Agreement: Implications of Economic Theory’ 4. Arie Reich (1997), ‘The New GATT Agreement on Government Procurement: The Pitfalls of Plurilateralism and Strict Reciprocity’ 5. Harvey Gordon, Shane Rimmer and Sue Arrowsmith (1998), ‘The Economic Impact of the European Union Regime on Public Procurement: Lessons for the WTO’ 6. Stephen Martin and Keith Hartley (1997), ‘Public Procurement in the European Union: Issues and Policies’ 7. N. Bohan and D. Redonnet (1997), ‘E.U. Procurement Legislation: Does the Emperor Have Clothes? An Examination of the New Empirical Evidence’ 8. Sue Arrowsmith (1998), ‘Towards a Multilateral Agreement on Transparency in Government Procurement’ PART II ENFORCING PUBLIC PROCUREMENT RULES 9. Robert C. Marshall, Michael J. Meurer and Jean-François Richard (1994), ‘Curbing Agency Problems in the Procurement Process by Protest Oversight’ 10. William E. Kovacic (1995), ‘Procurement Reform and the Choice of Forum in Bid Protest Disputes’ 11. Sue Arrowsmith (1996), ‘Public Procurement: Example of a Developed Field of National Remedies Established by Community Law’ 12. José M. Fernández Martin (1993), ‘The European Commission’s Centralised Enforcement of Public Procurement Rules: A Critical View’ 13. Mary Footer (1995), ‘Remedies Under the New GATT Agreement on Government Procurement’ PART III DEFENCE PROCUREMENT 14. William B. Burnett and William E. Kovacic (1989), ‘Reform of United States Weapons Acquisition Policy: Competition, Teaming Agreements, and Dual-Sourcing’ 15. Keith J. Crocker and Kenneth J. Reynolds (1993), ‘The Efficiency of Incomplete Contracts: An Empirical Analysis of Air Force Engine Procurement’ 16. P.G. Pugh (1993), ‘The Procurement Nexus’ 17. William P. Rogerson (1994), ‘Economic Incentives and the Defense Procurement Process’ 18. Martin Trybus (1996), ‘An Overview of Defence Procurement in the Federal Republic of Germany’ 19. Keith Hartley (1998), ‘Defence Procurement in the UK’ 20. Edward G. Keating (1999), ‘Government Contracting Options: A Model and Application’ PART IV CONTRACTING 21. William E. Kovacic (1991), ‘Commitment in Regulation: Defense Contracting and Extensions to Price Caps’ 22. W.A. Peeters (1993), ‘Incentives in Government Procurement Contracts’ 23. Stephen Kahn (1993), ‘Advanced Technology Projects and International Procurement: The Case of the European Space Agency’ PART V DEFENCE INDUSTRY PROFITS 24. Review Board for Government Contracts (1974), Report on the General Review of the Profit Formula for Non-Competitive Government Contracts 25. Willis R. Greer, Jr. and Shu S. Liao (1986), ‘An Analysis of Risk and Return in the Defense Market: Its Impact on Weapon System Competition’ 26. Steven W. Feldman (1988), ‘The Truth in Negotiations Act: A Primer’ 27. Jeffrey A. Sorenson (1989), ‘Are Defense Industry Profits Excessive? A Capital Market Perspective’ 28. Frank R. Lichtenberg (1992), ‘A Perspective on Accounting for Defense Contracts’ PART VI LIBERALIZATION OF DEFENCE MARKETS IN EUROPE 29. Andrew Cox (1994), ‘The Future of European Defence Policy: The Case for a Centralised Procurement Agency’ 30. Martin Trybus (1998), ‘European Defence Procurement: Towards a Comprehensive Approach’ 31. Stephen Martin, Keith Hartley and Andrew Cox (1999), ‘Defence Procurement of Dual-Use Goods: Is There a Single Market in the European Union?’ Name Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd The Modern State and its Study: New
Book SynopsisWhat is the relationship between changes in modern states and the current practice of public administration, on the one hand, and recent developments in the sciences of administration on the other? The contributors to this unique book address this fundamental question by surveying the origins, evolution and the contemporary state-of-the-art of administrative sciences in Europe and the United States.A distinguished group of international authors presents the historical development of the study of administration in their respective countries and an analysis of how particular national approaches to the study of administration or 'the way of thinking' influences and are influenced by various national institutions. The authors make comparisons between each country and more generally between Europe and United States Public Administration. This book will introduce American audiences to the various European approaches to administrative sciences and vice versa, and Europeans to contemporary American public administration theory. For many American as well as European students in the field, this volume offers a unique comparison between the large, established field of research in the United States and more recent, less well known European administrative sciences.The Modern State and Its Study will be of great interest to scholars of public administration throughout the world. Practicing public administrators as well as new students of this field will find this volume to be a helpful survey of the current vast and rapidly growing body of public administration research on both Europe and the United States.Trade Review'. . . the highlight of the collection is a contribution by Stillman that connects the American study of public administration to an antistatist tradition. It is learned, lucid and provides a set of ideas that clarify the hotchpotch of the literature.' -- Grant Jordan, Public Administration and Development'Works that one can consult to learn about modern systems of public administration are not lacking, but none compare, in breadth and depth, with this collection of studies. Thus it is an unrivalled source of information for anyone seeking to learn about modern systems of public administration.' -- From the foreword by Dwight Waldo, Syracuse University, USTable of ContentsContents: Foreword: Modern Public Administration as Model and Portent Part I: Introduction 1. Introduction 2. The Waxing and Waning of the State and its Study: Changes and Challenges in the Study of Public Administration Part II: The United States 3. Public Administration in the United States Part III: Large European Countries 4. Public Administration in Etatist France 5. Administrative Science as Reform: German Public Administration 6. Public Administration in the United Kingdom: Living with an Identity Crisis? 7. Public Administration and Administrative Science in Spain Part IV: Smaller Continental European Countries 8. Expansion and Diversification of Public Administration in the Postwar Welfare State: The Case of the Netherlands 9. Between Anglo-Saxon Behavioralism and Continental Law: Scandinavian Public Administration 10. Switzerland: Emerging Administrative Sciences within Federalism and Direct Democracy Part V: Central and Eastern European Countries 11. Transitions in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland: Autonomy and Community among Nation States Part VI: Conclusion 12. American versus European Public Administration: Does Public Administration make the Modern State, or does the State make Public Administration? Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Beyond the New Public Management: Changing Ideas
Book SynopsisBeyond the New Public Management is an important book which provides a comprehensive analysis of current conceptual debates in public management and governance; and critically reviews attempts made over the last two decades to apply the 'new public management' model in developed and developing countries.The book brings together a number of outstanding specialists who examine the range of ideas and concepts of the new models of reform, paying particular attention to the 'new public management' model and to strategies of good governance. It evaluates progress made by governments and aid donors in putting these ideas into practice. Using case studies from both the developed and developing world, it emphasises the extent to which public management and governance reforms are being applied throughout the international arena. The examples used focus on the problems of policy and institutional transfers between the industrialised world and developing countries. Multidisciplinary in its approach, the book draws on literature and research from management studies, political science, sociology, economics and development studies; and points to issues likely to dominate the future research agenda.This thoughtful and wide-ranging book will be essential reading for academics, students and practitioners of public management, public policy, governance and development.Trade Review'This book constitutes an effort to address what can be learned from the recent experiences to adopt new public management ideas in the context of developing countries. It is well worth reading for this reason alone.' -- Peter Aucoin, Canadian Public AdministrationTable of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction: The Analysis of Public Management and Governance Part I: Changing Ideas about Public Management and Governance 2. Changing the State 3. Policy Transfer 4. The New Public Management and Policy Transfer 5. Public Management for Social Inclusion 6. Towards Synergy in Social Provision 7. Public Management 8. Professionalism, Participation and the Public Good Part II: Changing Institutions and Practices in Public Management and Governance 9. Civil Service Reforms 10. Civil Service Reform Equals Retrenchment? 11. Management Decentralization in Practice 12. Private Markets, Public Identities, Management and Tertiary Education in Contemporary Vietnam 13. Civil Society and Social Provision 14. Central–Local Relations in the Asia–Pacific 15. Public Service, Complex Emergencies and the Humanitarian Imperative 16. Conclusions
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Social Exclusion in European Welfare States
Book SynopsisSocial Exclusion in European Welfare States focuses on the complex relationship between economic welfare, labour market performance and social inclusion/exclusion. The contributors in the volume examine in detail the alleged trade-off between the social and economic capabilities of a society and their impact on the well-being of the citizens. Furthermore, they identify welfare regimes whose policies are more balanced in terms of prioritizing economic as well as social goals and, hence, are more successful in promoting social inclusion along with faster growth.The book attempts to promote a better understanding of the differences in policy regimes and the performances of different regime types in view of their own goals and objectives. Contributors from a broad range of disciplines - economics, sociology and political science - explore the scope for European policy coordination and the form that this should take.The book focuses on a problem that is widely considered to be one of the most intractable and damaging in contemporary European society. It will be invaluable to policymakers in a broad range of fields including employment, social policy, education and social work as well as to economists, sociologists and political scientists engaged in research and teaching in these fields.Trade Review'This book provides useful analysis for social policy academics with a European bent, and should embolden policymakers. It does not underplay the challenges facing the EU, and especially southern countries and the UK, but it affirms that employment and welfare policy can and do make a difference.' -- T. Burchardt, Education EconomicsTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Introduction: Empirical Approaches to Analysing Social Exclusion in European Welfare States Part I: Labour Market Integration in European Employment Regimes 2. Macroeconomic Factors, Policies and the Development of Social Exclusion 3. Employment Regimes and Labour Market Attachment: Evidence from the ECHP 4. Flexibilisation of Labour Markets: Does it Resolve Long-term Unemployment? Finland, Germany and the UK Compared 5. The Proliferation of Part-time Work, Family Employment and Household Income Security Part II: Social Exclusion in European Welfare States 6. Identifying Population Groups at High Risk of Social Exclusion: Evidence from the ECHP 7. The Nature of Social Exclusion – Spiral of Precariousness or Statistical Category? 8. Income and Deprivation Approaches to the Measurement of Poverty in the European Union 9. Do European Welfare Regimes Matter in Explaining Social Exclusion? Part III: Lessons for European Social Policy 10. How Well Do European Employment Regimes Manage Social Exclusion? 11. Employability and Social Exclusion: A Capabilities Approach 12. Workfare and Social Exclusion – Evidence from the Recent Welfare Reform in the USA 13. Conclusions: Social Exclusion at the Crossroads of EU Employment and Inclusion Policies References Index
£126.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Public Goods and Private Wants: A Psychological
Book SynopsisHow valuable to us are the activities of government? Public Goods and Private Wants explores psychological approaches to public economics in order to answer this question. The contributions of economists and political scientists to the study of government spending are discussed, and subjective measures, largely derived from psychology, that could be used to evaluate government spending are considered. The author then uses empirical studies to explain how people value government goods and services, and what they appear to want the government to do. The results have implications for methods of valuing government services, the way people think about government spending and political processes.This accessible and thought-provoking volume will be of interest to academics in the areas of economics, psychology and political science. Those concerned with government decision making will also find it of great value.Trade Review'This is a highly readable account of individual attitudes towards government services written from a psychological perspective.' -- Alistair Munro, Journal of Economic Psychology'Kemp's work is readily accessible to economists. He bridges the gap between psychology and economics with his expertise in both fields, and hopefully his innovative survey research will be taken up.' -- A. Stutzer, Journal of Economics/Zeitschrift fur Nationalokonomie'In democracy, we ask people whom they would like to govern them. Simon Kemp shows how and why the same principle applies to the types and amounts of public goods that governments supply. If you seek solutions to public-sector supply-demand mismatch - read Kemp's lively, topical treatise.' -- Shlomo Maital, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, IsraelTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Introduction 2. Economics and Public Goods 3. Government Spending in Democracies 4. Quality of Life 5. Methods of Assessing Value 6. Psychophysical Scaling of Value 7. Taxation and its Relationship to Spending 8. Valuation and Knowledge of Cost 9. What Do People Want the Government to Undertake? 10. Conclusions References Index
£90.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd State and Local Finances under Pressure
Book SynopsisState and Local Finances under Pressure explores the future of state and local government fiscal systems given the numerous pressures they face from economic, legal, technological, demographic and political forces. It explores how these multiple forces play out in terms of the changes state and local governments should and are likely to make. The contributors argue that state and local governments must make substantial changes and that failure to act is likely to result in adverse effects and increasing pressures for modifications that are more difficult to implement and more politically unpalatable. Without reform, state and local fiscal systems will grow increasingly out of sync with economic reality. The authors suggest that government responses are likely to be evolutionary, but that in 25 years the recorded changes will be substantial.The first chapter provides a historic perspective of state and local fiscal trends. Each of the subsequent chapters describes the nature of one of the pressures state and local governments face including: political and legal forces, globalization of business, demographic and technological changes, deregulation of utilities, and urban sprawl. Policymakers, economists, political scientists, fiscal policy analysts and public administrators will find this comprehensive book of interest.Table of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction 2. The Changing State–Local Fiscal Environment: A 25 Year Retrospective 3. Changing Times: Demographic and Economic Changes and State and Local Government Finances 4. Politics, the Courts, and the Economy: Implications for the Future of School Financing 5. Popular Processes and the Transformation of State and Local Government Finance 6. The Federal Government’s Impact on State and Local Government Finances 7. Prospects and Challenges for State and Local Government in a Digital World 8. Deregulation of Utilities: A Challenge and an Opportunity for State and Local Tax Policy 9. Globalization and State–Local Government Finances 10. Urban Sprawl and the Finances of State and Local Governments Index
£121.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Public Sector Information in the Digital Age:
Book SynopsisThis timely volume reviews key issues and developments in the controversial area of public sector information (PSI). It addresses the fundamental themes, challenges and conflicts surrounding the access to, and use of, PSI in the new digital era. Using detailed empirical analyses and case studies from across Europe and the USA, the authors focus on the crucial policy, economic, legal and social issues. The public sector is the biggest single producer and holder of information including administrative and government documents, regulatory texts, political data and public registers. The authors demonstrate that this huge store of information is a key resource for a broad range of stakeholders such as citizens, civic organisations, private businesses and public sector agencies. They argue that charging the marginal cost of dissemination, a policy favoured in the US, will lead to optimal economic growth in society and will far outweigh the immediate perceived benefits of aggressive cost recovery. They illustrate how open government information policies create significant economic advantages to society and are beneficial in both the short and long term for the general public, the private sector and for governments themselves. This is one of the first books devoted to addressing the new challenges of access to PSI and the role of public policy. The international contributors, including leading experts from Europe and US, have produced an informative and coherent resource that will be of interest to scholars, students and decision-makers working in the fields of public policy, economics, political science, law and information technology.Trade Review'. . . this is a most contemporary publication. This excellent collection offers both a breadth and depth of coverage that other books or collections of articles will find hard to surpass.' -- Philip Wane, Information, Communication and Society'In summary, this book is one of the first attempts at providing an overview of the issues and challenges related with public sector information, and it surely will benefit all levels of audiences. I highly recommend this book for any student or scholar interested in this important area.' -- Cheon-Pyo Lee, Information Technology and People'The public sector is the largest producer of information and the Internet could provide ubiquitous access to it. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the issues at stake. Its comparative approach reveals the diverse frameworks for access to public sector information in Europe and the United States. Case studies and a thorough discussion of principal policy options and potential goal conflicts provide a framework for facing the challenges ahead.' -- Johannes M. Bauer, Michigan State University, USTable of ContentsContents: Preface Part I: Introduction 1. The Mechanics of Public Sector Information Part II: General Overview 2. Privacy Issues as Limits to Access 3. Access to Public Sector Information: In Need of Constitutional Recognition? 4. Information Access Legislation for the Future? Possibilities According to a Norwegian Experience Part III: Legal Policy Aspects: Europe and the US 5. Exploitation of Public Sector Information in the Context of the eEurope Action Plan 6. European Access Legislation: Consistence or Divergence? 7. The Foundations of United States Government Information Dissemination Policy 8. Borders in Cyberspace: Conflicting Public Sector Information Policies and their Economic Impacts Part IV: Economic Issues 9. Thunder and Lightening: Public Sector Information Policy Experiences of Private Meteorological Service Providers 10. Access Models for Public Sector Information: The Spatial Data Context Part V: The Problems of the Data Holders 11. Public Broadcasting and Digital Media Archives: The Example of Austrian Broadcasting Corporation 12. Cultural Heritage: The Conflict between Commercialisation and Public Ownership Part VI: The End Users’ View 13. A Citizen’s Perspective on Public Sector Information 14. Third-generation Freedom of Information in the Context of E-Government: The Case of Bremen, Germany 15. Harnessing Public Sector Information for Greater Accessibility: Austria and the UK Part VII: Outlook 16. Toward a Blueprint for a Policy on Public Sector Information Index
£126.00
CABI Publishing African Seed Enterprises: Sowing the Seeds of
Book SynopsisIn most developing countries, good quality seed is hard to obtain and farmers struggle to save seed from one year to the next. Instead, they increasingly turn to public or private enterprises that multiply, store and distribute seed. African Seed Enterprises takes a people-centred look at the companies, public agencies and family farms that are taking on this role and making a difference to food security across Africa. Case studies are arranged by country, and each chapter includes a profile of the agricultural and policy environment that surrounds these enterprises and affects their development. Each case is unique and presents its own set of lessons, and as a whole, this wide range of experiences is a rich source of data and ideas for future enterprise, offering valuable insights for policy makers, academics and non-governmental organizations throughout the world.Table of Contents1: Introduction: A full granary 2: How seed works 3: Cameroon: Revolving funds make a difference 4: Nigeria: Clustered seed companies 5: Mali: When government gives entrepreneurs room to grow 6: Guinea: Networks that work 7: The Gambia: Capturing the media 8: Morocco: The visible hand 9: Kenya: A company, a cooperative and a family 10: Uganda: Dreams of starting a company 11: Madagascar: coping with relief aid and politics 12: Conclusions 13: Acronyms and abbreviations 14: Glossary of terms
£98.68
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Partisan Appointees and Public Servants: An
Book SynopsisThis comparative collection of original contributions examines the role of political staff in executive government and the consequences for policy-making and governance. The leading contributors reveal that good governance is about governments getting the advice that they need to hear as well as the advice that they want to hear. They highlight the importance of ensuring that the advice is appropriately responsive to the policy priorities of the government of the day. In countries such as the United States, and in some European democracies, political appointments to senior administrative positions are not a new development. However, in recent years a third element - the political adviser - has also become a feature of policy-making and political management in Westminster-styled systems. This authoritative work seeks to illuminate the drivers behind the advent of political staff in executive government, and the consequences for policy-making and governance. This unique book includes case studies from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Academics and postgraduates researching in public administration and management as well as political science will find this book invaluable. Policymakers in agencies responsible for public service leadership will also find much to interest them in this important book.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction Chris Eichbaum and Richard Shaw 1. The United Kingdom Paul Fawcett and Oonagh Gay 2. Canada Peter Aucoin 3. Australia Maria Maley 4. New Zealand Chris Eichbaum and Richard Shaw 5. Ireland Bernadette Connaughton 6. The United States B. Guy Peters Conclusion Chris Eichbaum and Richard Shaw Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd MANAGING THE PUBLIC SECTOR: A Comparative
Book SynopsisThis major book reviews and analyses the changes that have taken place in public administration in Britain and North America over the last ten years and which will continue to have a profound impact on central and local bureaucracies well into the next century.Managing the Public Sector provides a critical introduction and successfully combines a review of the literature with original research. It relates theory to practice and highlights the problem of implementation. It covers all the major issues including privatization, and the importance of the business sector both as a partner and a powerful lobby for efforts to use market mechanisms to devolve power.This thoroughly modern, up-to-date book will be essential reading for all courses on public administration and policy analysis and the management of the public sector.Trade Review'. . . particularly valuable in its treatment of the British and American central bureaucracies and on the impact of the private market on American and British practice. A thoughtful and persuasive account. . .' -- Dilys M. Hill, Parliamentary Affairs'Massey incorporates documentary research, literature reviews, and his own interview data to provide a rich examination of an important phenomenon.' -- A.M. Khademian, Choice'Massey's excellent book should be read by all managers who are beginning to feel uneasy that, by analogy, the private sector helps us manage public services.' -- Andrew Wall, Health Services Management'Andrew Massey has produced a timely comparative analysis of public sector management. His book deals with recent developments, provides a critical commentary, and places them in both an historical and Anglo-American context. To these novel features are added two vital and often overlooked considerations: first that there is a limit to the transferability of private sector techniques into public sector management; and secondly that the administration of public policy cannot be viewed in isolation from the political milieu in which it operates. Managing the Public Sector is to be warmly recommended to teachers and students in political science, management and business studies and applied economics.' -- Trevor Smith, President of the Political Studies Association of the United Kingdom and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ulster'. . . a thorough survey of government reform in two influential Western democracies. The book provides a thorough guide of where the reform movement is at present, and will provide a useful historical marker in relation to future reforms, particularly in the United States.' -- Russell Harding, Public Administration ReviewTable of ContentsThe question of governance - epidemic malady of constitutions; value for money and the British civil service; enforcing bureaucratic change; managing federal bureaucrats; the resurgent market - privatization in the USA; the parvenus' market - liberalization in the UK; managing sub-national government - a check and balance?; not a seamless web - bureaucrats, managers and markets.
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Bureaucracy in the Modern State: An Introduction
Book SynopsisPublic administration is under increasing pressure to become more efficient, better geared to the demands and opinions of citizens, more open to contacts with transnational bureaucracies, and more responsive to the ideas of elected policymakers. Bureaucracy in the Modern State offers a comparative analysis of how these challenges affect public administration in France, the United States, Germany, Japan, Britain, Sweden and the developing countries of the Third World. Specialist chapters written by acknowledged experts on the public policy of each country are brought together in a comparative framework in order to assess the impact of recent changes on the relationship between policy makers and the civil service, and the organizational challenges presented by the introduction of market-based ideology. Assessing public administration from a state-society perspective, the authors focus on four basic factors which they believe determine the role of the bureaucracy in modern societies: the configuration of the state, the relationship between policymakers and the bureaucracy, the internal organizational dynamics of the bureaucracy, and the relationship between the public bureaucracy and civil society. A special analysis of the relationship between domestic and transnational bureaucracies is also included, with particular reference made to the European Union. Addressing one of the key public policy issues of our time, this book will be widely used by teachers, students and researchers who will welcome the combination of in-depth studies of selected countries, from capitalist democracies to developing countries, with an authoritative comparative analysis held together by a distinct theoretical framework.Trade Review'Offering a broad geographical coverage and a comprehensive and well informed treatment of each national case, this book is an important contribution to the comparative understanding of the challenges facing public administration in the 1990s.' -- Wyn Grant, University of Warwick, UK'. . . is accessible, interesting and extremely useful to all social scientists with interests in this field.' -- Steve Molloy, Reviewing SociologyTable of ContentsComparative public administration - the state of the art, Jon Pierre; buureaucracy in a divided regime - the United States, B. Guy Peters; public administration at the crossroads - the end of the French specificity, Luc Rouban; public administration in Germany - political societal relations, Hans-Ulrich Derlien; "deprivileging" the UK civil service in the 1980s - dream or reality, Christopher Hood; Japan - divided bureaucrcy in a unified regime, Ellis S. Kraus; governing the welfare state - public administration, the state and society in Sweden, Jon Pierre; public administration in developing countries - Kenya and Tanzania in comparative comparative perspective, Goran Hyden; the Europeanization of the national bureaucracies?, Edward C. Page and Linda Wouters; conclusions - a framework of comparative public administration, Jon Pierre.
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd THE STATE AND TRANSNATIONAL CORPORATIONS: A
Book SynopsisDirect foreign investment by transnational corporations is of increasing importance for developing nations and has major implications for legislators, policymakers and business leaders. The State and Transnational Corporations is one of the first books to show how transnational corporations build contacts with various levels of government to legitimize their operations in a country and obtain favourable decisions. Using data and figures from detailed interviews with transnational corporation executives, the authors examine the strategies transnational corporations pursue towards governments, how the two interact, on what issues and at which levels, and how these contacts are developed and maintained. Through the exchange of information and favours, transnational corporations - often using local agents - are shown to be able to develop stable and trustworthy relationships with governments. The strong theoretical structure used in this study, drawing on both the network approach and institutionalist theory, emphasizes the cooperative nature of this relationship.Researchers and students of international business, international marketing and international relations, as well as government officials and policymakers, will welcome the rigorous, empirical approach of this volume with its emphasis on the cooperative nature of state-corporate relations.Table of ContentsStrategies in government-TNC networks; the transorganizational network theory; main objectives and strategic issues; operational characteristics of the government-TNC network; the political and administrative organization of the government network; control of the GTN by the group network; implications for network strategies.
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Economics for Environmental Policy in Transition
Book SynopsisThis book offers original economic analyses on the economy-environment relationship in Eastern and Central Europe. Drawing on the Hungarian experience, it provides empirical evidence on the reform of environmental policy which can be applicable to similar problems in other transition economies.The macroeconomic shocks of the transition process in Central and Eastern Europe have been exceptional in both their intensity and speed. The implications of this adjustment process are examined in relation to their effects on environmental policy, with special emphasis on the rethinking of standard environmental policy recommendations for transition economies. The authors focus on a variety of issues including the environmental concerns raised by the privatization process and to what extent the less rigorous environmental regulations in Hungary attract foreign direct investment. There is also a critical overview of the existing literature and an examination of the costs of reducing air pollution and the use of the contingent valuation method to measure the economic benefits of improving air quality in Hungary. In addition the authors assess the effects of industrial restructuring on emissions and analyse incentive-based policy measures including prospects for emission trading. Their conclusions challenge the common perception that energy pricing policy is the most important policy measure to induce structural changes in transition economies that are beneficial to the environment. Economics for Environmental Policy in Transition Economies will be of interest to policymakers, academics and postgraduates working in the fields of transition economics, environmental economics and environmental valuation.Table of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Environmental and Economic Reforms in the Central and Eastern European Transitional Economies (M.A. Toman) 2. Direct Impacts of Industrial Restructuring on Air Pollutant and Hazardous Waste Emissions in Hungary (P. Kaderják and Á. Csermely) 3. Environmental Impacts of Industrialization in Hungary (E. Páczi and P. Kaderják) 4. Cheap Environmental Services in Hungary: How Attractive are they for Foreign Investors? (P. Kaderják) 5. Practical Experience, International Agreements and the Prospects for Emission Trading in CEE (G. Klaasen) 6. The Cost of Alternative Policies to Reduce SO2 Emission in Hungary: A Case for the Power Sector (P. Kaderják and Z. Lehoczki) 7. Empirical Benefit Estimates for Improving Air Quality in Hungary (J. Powell, P. Kaderják and F. Verkoijen) 8. Economics for Environmental Policy in the Central Eastern European Transformation: How are the Context and Textbook Prescriptions Related? (P. Kaderják) Index
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Innovations in Public Management: Perspectives
Book SynopsisThe recent shift away from reactive to creative public policy management has caused considerable problems in Central and Eastern Europe. This book questions whether public management reforms as applied in OECD countries can make a real contribution to establishing new forms of public management in Central and Eastern Europe.The book defines the main problems facing public administrations in transitional countries and provides a comparative evaluation of the relevance for these countries of reform measures undertaken in OECD states. In the first part an historical perspective on the role of the state in Europe is presented. Parts two and three present country case studies which focus on the key areas of public management and the attempts made to address its current problems. The case studies describe the constitutional and political framework in which the system of public management operates and present a critical analysis of ongoing reform processes. They focus on reforms at the central government level, changes in local-central government relations, and the high profile areas of health and education policy. The authors look at the characteristics of the policy process, financial and human resource management and the accountability system. In conclusion, they question whether models of public administration and strategies for reform applied in Western capitalist economic systems, can really provide solutions to the particular problems of Central and Eastern Europe, or whether those problems might be aggravated by copying Western models and strategies. Innovations in Public Management will be welcomed by policy makers and practitioners in both Western Europe and OECD countries as well as those working in transitional countries through its fresh comparative approach and analysis of the real applicability of reform strategies. It will also be welcomed by academics and students interested in public administration, public policy and government.Trade Review'This volume is a highly impressive piece of work, well edited, nicely organized, and providing the most comprehensive account yet of a growing area of academic inquiry. As such, it is a welcome addition to the public management literature and will be of interest to academics, policy makers, and practitioners alike. As an academic text, it will be of value to students following public policy, public administration, and public management courses.' -- P.K. Falconer, Environment and Planning C: Government and PolicyTable of ContentsContents: Part I: Introduction and Framework for Analysis Part II: Public Management in Central and Eastern Europe: The Main Problems Part III: Public Management Reforms in OECD Countries and their Relevance for Central and Eastern Europe Part IV: Conclusions Index
£136.00
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Flying into the Future: Air Transport Policy in
Book SynopsisFlying into the Future explores the organization of air transport in the European Union. It analyses the nature of the industries supplying air transport services, the institutional structure of air transport services, and impediments to increased efficiency in the provision of air transport.The reduction in institutional barriers and regulations has led to a more efficient provision of air transport services in the EU. This book assesses the improvements in the efficiency of air transport services, and highlights institutional and physical problems impeding further efficiency gains. The authors examine airline operations, and the ability of two or more transport systems to operate effectively in tandem. They also consider how to make the boundaries between different transport networks invisible, as well as discussing issues of national organization and the juridical structures which impede operations. The analysis examines both the internal European Union market for air transport services and the links between it and the rest of the world. Other key issues discussed include: EU air transport developments in the context of global markets comparisons of recent developments in aviation policy between the EU and the United States the problems of congestion in the air transport industry in Europe the growth and significance of airline alliances. The authors not only consider the economics of European air transport but also legal, political, technical and geographical issues. They explore the problems of providing air transport in the context of inadequate information, institutional constraints, inherent market imperfections and imprecise objectives.Flying into the Future will be essential reading for industrialists, policymakers and academics interested in transport economics and transport policy.Trade Review'Overall, the book provides an excellent review of the many complex and often conflicting issues facing EU policymakers in devising appropriate regulatory measures to deal with a rapidly evolving air transport sector and one in which even defining a market is fraught with difficulties. . . . I would have no hesitation in recommending the book to those wishing to gain a detailed understanding of the economic regulation of air transport in Europe.' -- George Williams, Journal of Air Transport Management'Generally, this is a very useful and welcome text, that should be appreciated by both policymakers and the academic community. Balancing theory and empirical detail, it provides a valuable grounding on key aspects of air transport economics, organization and regulation with particular reference to the still-evolving European context.' -- Clive Charlton, Journal of Transport Geography'This interesting book addresses a number of highly topical issues in the airline industry. . . . the book is a timely contribution to the debate on air transport policy, a debate that is taking place the world over. . . . The book makes very interesting reading, especially the chapters on infrastructure and airline alliances.' -- Pat Hanlon, The Economic JournalTable of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction 2. The Development of EU Air Transport Policy 3. Is Europe Different? 4. Infrastructure Policy 5. Airline Alliances and EU Air Transport 6. Alliances and Markets 7. Stability in European Air Transport Markets 8. Conclusions References
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd The Measurement of Voting Power: Theory and
Book SynopsisThis book is the first of its kind: a monograph devoted to a systematic critical examination and exposition of the theory of a priori voting power. This important branch of social-choice theory overlaps with game theory and is concerned with the ability of members in bodies that make yes or no decisions by vote to affect the outcome. The book includes, among other topics, a reasoned distinction between two fundamental types of voting power, the authors' discoveries on the paradoxes of voting power, and a novel analysis of decision rules that admit abstention.Formal mathematical statements are accompanied by reader-friendly informal explanations. The theory is applied and illustrated in extensive case studies. A series of US court cases concerning the application of the principle of 'one person, one vote' are critically examined in the light of the theory. The history of 'qualified majority voting' in the European Community's Council of Ministers is outlined and the distribution of voting power under this rule is analysed for each period of the community's growth. The measurement of voting power where abstention is a distinct option is illustrated with the examples of the US Congress and the UN Security Council.This important book breaks new ground and will be of interest to students and researchers in social choice, game theory, and in related disciplines such as political economy, business administration and constitutional law.Trade Review'The book under review is of exceptional interest for a wide range of potential readers: 1) for students and postgraduates as a basic textbook and a handbook; 2) for lecturers delivering courses connected with decision making as the source of mathematical models and real examples; 3) for researchers as a handbook as well as an inexhaustible source of unsolved problems.' -- V.G. Skobolev, Zentralblatt fur Mathematik und ihre Grenzgebiete'Felsenthal and Machover's book is a well-balanced mixture of overview, evaluation and new results. It is both a fine scholarly achievement and a most readable text. No one working in the field of formal political theory, institutional design and/or applied social choice theory can afford to ignore it.' -- Hannu Nurmi, European Journal of Political Economy'. . . provides a systematic critical examination and exposition of the foundations and methodological presuppositions of the theory of a priori voting power. . . . it will prove to be a very valuable source of reference and a starting point for every scholar doing research in the field of voting power analysis. The book or parts of it could also be used as a standard textbook for a course on voting power at an advanced graduate level . . . The Measurement of Voting Power is an excellent book, full of stimulating insights and with some suggestions for future research. It is mathematically rigorous, but at the same time very reader-friendly due to informative informal explanations. It is at the cutting edge of research in the theory and measurement of a priori voting power, but it is also of practical and political relevance, insofar as it provides a sound basis for the analysis of real-life decision-making processes.' -- Matthias Sutter, Public Choice'This book provides an extensive survey in the field of voting power measurement (and further), well documented and self contained. . . . The book provides a very up-to-date and exhaustive bibliography, but does not neglect to remind and often clear up the historical origin of the various theoretical developments. Covering its subject widely, it presents not only the groundwork of the theory of voting power measurement and its main tools . . . but also the related backgrounds, applications and discussions, with wide incursions into the US and European voting systems. Read it: its a must!' -- Gisele De Meur, Universite Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium'To say that this book is excellent would be an understatement. It is really remarkable. Not only would it help people using power indices to redirect their analysis, but it could also incite game theorists in general to reconsider the bad opinion they have of cooperative game theory (must I say that there are several texts that exist on game theory in which cooperative game theory is hardly mentioned?). In brief, it is very highly recommended to social choice theorists, game theorists (and mathematical economists using game theory), and mathematically-inclined political scientists.' -- Maurice Salles, Social Choice and Welfare'This is an excellent book. Felsenthal and Machover do a remarkable job of weaving together extended discussions of real-world voting systems, the philosophical and historical aspects of measuring power in such contexts, and the paradoxes of voting power - including the striking examples from their own recent work with Zwicker. Anyone interested in voting and social choice, mathematicians, economists, political scientists, philosophers should own a copy.' -- Alan Taylor, Union College, US'The history of the power indices goes back more than fifty years and is told accurately and completely, for the first time, in this volume. More important, Felsenthal and Machover elucidate the conceptual foundations of the power indices, discover new paradoxes to which the various indices are vulnerable, and draw important lessons, using empirical cases, about the proper measurement and interpretation of voting power.' -- Steven Brams, New York University, US'Dan Felsenthal and Moshe Machover have been writing stimulating and important papers on the voting power indices for several years. This book collects them together and adds new material. It is both mathematically rigorous and politically important. It will become a required reference for anyone working on weighted voting games, whether in US legislatures or the European Union.' -- Iain McLean, Nuffield College, Oxford University, UK'This book pulls no punches in exposing confusions in the orthodox approach to voting power. Its clarity and good sense point the way to a better founded theory.' -- Ken Binmore, University College London, UKTable of ContentsContents: Preface 1. Introduction 2. Groundwork of the Theory 3. Power as Influence 4. Weighted Voting in the US 5. Weighted Voting in the CMEC 6. Power as a Prize 7. Paradoxes and Postulates 8. Taking Abstention Seriously Appendix
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Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Beyond the New Public Management: Changing Ideas
Book SynopsisBeyond the New Public Management is an important book which provides a comprehensive analysis of current conceptual debates in public management and governance; and critically reviews attempts made over the last two decades to apply the 'new public management' model in developed and developing countries.The book brings together a number of outstanding specialists who examine the range of ideas and concepts of the new models of reform, paying particular attention to the 'new public management' model and to strategies of good governance. It evaluates progress made by governments and aid donors in putting these ideas into practice. Using case studies from both the developed and developing world, it emphasises the extent to which public management and governance reforms are being applied throughout the international arena. The examples used focus on the problems of policy and institutional transfers between the industrialised world and developing countries. Multidisciplinary in its approach, the book draws on literature and research from management studies, political science, sociology, economics and development studies; and points to issues likely to dominate the future research agenda.This thoughtful and wide-ranging book will be essential reading for academics, students and practitioners of public management, public policy, governance and development.Trade Review'This book constitutes an effort to address what can be learned from the recent experiences to adopt new public management ideas in the context of developing countries. It is well worth reading for this reason alone.' -- Peter Aucoin, Canadian Public AdministrationTable of ContentsContents: 1. Introduction: The Analysis of Public Management and Governance Part I: Changing Ideas about Public Management and Governance 2. Changing the State 3. Policy Transfer 4. The New Public Management and Policy Transfer 5. Public Management for Social Inclusion 6. Towards Synergy in Social Provision 7. Public Management 8. Professionalism, Participation and the Public Good Part II: Changing Institutions and Practices in Public Management and Governance 9. Civil Service Reforms 10. Civil Service Reform Equals Retrenchment? 11. Management Decentralization in Practice 12. Private Markets, Public Identities, Management and Tertiary Education in Contemporary Vietnam 13. Civil Society and Social Provision 14. Central–Local Relations in the Asia–Pacific 15. Public Service, Complex Emergencies and the Humanitarian Imperative 16. Conclusions
£121.00
Wits University Press In the Shadow of Policy: Everyday Practices in
Book SynopsisNotions of land and agrarian reform are now well entrenched in post-apartheid South Africa. But what this reform actually means for everyday life is not clearly understood, nor the way it will impact on the political economy. In the Shadow of Policy explores the interface between the policy of land and agrarian reform and its implementation; and between the decisions of policy ‘experts’ and actual livelihood experiences in the fields and homesteads of land reform projects. Starting with an overview of the socio-historical context in which land and agrarian reform policy has evolved in South Africa, the volume presents empirical case studies of land reform projects in the Northern, Western and Eastern Cape provinces. These draw on multiple voices from various sectors and provide a rich source of material and critical reflections to inform future policy and research agendas. In the Shadow of Policy will be a key reference tool for those working in the area of development studies and land policy, and for civil society groups and NGOs involved in land restitution.Table of ContentsSetting the scene: land and agrarian reform in post-apartheid South Africa: Post-apartheid land and agrarian reform policy and practices in South Africa: themes, processes and issues; Land and agrarian reform policies from a historical perspective; Land reform and agriculture uncoupled: the political economy of rural reform in post-apartheid South Africa. 'Mind the gap': discrepancies between policies and practices in South African land reform: Consultants, business plans and land reform practices; 'Seeing like a land reform agency': cultural politics and the contestation of community farming at Makhoba; Land reform and newly emerging social relations on Gallawater A farm; Property rights and land reform in the Western Cape; 'Rent a crowd' land reform at Survive and Dikgoho land reform projects; Locating policies in the daily practices of land reform beneficiaries: the Mighty and Wales land reform farms; Where are the youth in land reform? The Vuki case; Land compensation in the upper Kat River valley; In the shadows of the cadastre: family law and custom in Rabula and Fingo Village; Land reform, tradition and securing land for women in Namaqualand Karin Kleinbooi. Competing knowledge regimes in communal area agriculture: What constitutes 'the agrarian' in contemporary rural African settlements of the central Eastern Cape?; The Massive Food Production Programme: a case study of agricultural policy continuities and changes; The Massive Food Production Programme: does it work?; 'Still feeding ourselves': everyday practices of the Siyazondla Homestead Food Production Programme in Mbhashe; Cultivators in action, Siyazondla in action? Trends and potentials in homestead cultivation; Smallholder irrigation schemes as an agrarian development option for the Cape region; Cattle and rural development in the Eastern Cape: the Nguni project revisited.
£25.65
Unisa Press Language policy and the promotion of peace:
Book SynopsisThis book brings together the contributions of twelve scholars engaged in language activism, in research and in promoting peace. The writers are keenly attuned to the potentially genocidal consequences of language differences. In the articles they have written, they make compelling cases for indigenous non-hegemonic languages to be used and promoted, not only as a means of communication but to preserve the multilingual communities inhabiting the world. The book is a product of a collegial effort resulting from a symposium on Language Policy and the Promotion of Peace or the Prevention of Conflict, which was held at the University of Osnabruck, Germany, in 2011. While many different 'angles of vision', positions, approaches and emphases are argued in the contributors' commentaries and in their case studies, the twelve scholars and activists are united in their call for a multilingual global habitus.Neville Edward Alexander, the principal editor of this compilation, spent about 30 years studying and making policy proposals about the language question in South Africa. In that country, eleven languages are officially recognised by the post-apartheid government, and yet only two, English and Afrikaans, enjoy high-status functions in official communications. Alexander persistently called for mother-tongue instruction for children in their formative years of schooling. Sadly, this radical scholar and acknowledged sociologist of language died of lung cancer while he was working on this volume in 2012.Arnulf von Scheliha, the co-editor of this compilation, is professor of Systematic Theology at the University of Osnabruck in Germany. His main research topics are political ethics, interreligious hermeneutics, history of theology, and transformation of religion in pluralistic societies. He was the main organiser of the symposium that brought international scholars together to reflect on language policy and the promotion of peace, and that provided the wide-ranging 'raw material' for this book.
£20.85
Liverpool University Press Civil Service Under the Conservatives, 1979-1997:
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Liverpool University Press The English Constitution
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