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Speaking Truth to Power: Art and Craft of Policy Analysis,Used
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One of the foremost experts in public policy here attempts not only to describe what public policy is, but given societal changes in the last two decades, to account for its present status.To learn from the past in order to establish public policy as a discipline in its own right, Wildavsky traces its motifs from their beginnings in the 1960s to the 1980s. Starting from the premise that there has been growing polarization of political elites, he shows how public policy as a field has had to face increased politicization. For Wildavsky, the field of public policy needs to incorporate more awareness of the human aspects of policy making: he emphasizes the political choices to be made in a competitive environment and the social relations that sustain them.When the first specialist schools devoted solely to public policy came into existence in the 1960s, the programs of the Great Society were their main impetus. With the disillusionment and failure of the Great Society, the identity of public policy became transformed. New theoretical issues had to be addressed. In this volume, Wildavsky provides a foundation for the theory no less than the practice of policymaking.Aaron Wildavsky is professor of political science, University of California, Berkeley. He founded the School of Public Policy there, and is presently its Director. He was formerly Director of the Russell Sage Foundation. He was the President if the American Political Science Association for the years 19861987.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Speaking Truth to Power'? A: The book focuses on the evolution and current status of public policy, analyzing societal changes and the increasing politicization of the field.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Aaron Wildavsky, a professor of political science at the University of California, Berkeley.
- Q: When was 'Speaking Truth to Power' published? A: The book was published on January 30, 1987.
- Q: What are the key themes addressed in this book? A: Key themes include the history of public policy, the impact of political polarization, and the need for a greater understanding of the human aspects of policy making.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 470 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in public policy? A: Yes, it provides foundational insights into public policy, making it helpful for both beginners and those with more experience.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What academic background does the author have? A: Aaron Wildavsky has a strong academic background in political science and has held leadership roles in public policy education.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples of policy making? A: Yes, it discusses historical examples and theoretical issues relevant to the practice of policy making.
- Q: What edition of the book is currently available? A: The currently available edition is the second edition.