An Introduction to the Policy Process Theories, Concepts, and Models of Public Policy Making 3rd by Birkland, Thomas A

An Introduction to the Policy Process Theories, Concepts, and Models of Public Policy Making 3rd by Birkland, Thomas ABy: Birkland, Thomas A Publisher: Routledge Print ISBN: 9780765625328, 0765625326 other ISBN: 9781317476719, 1317476719 Edition: 3rdThoroughly revised, reorganized, updated, and expanded, this widely-used text sets the balance and fills the gap between theory and practice in public policy studies. In a clear, conversational style, the author conveys the best current thinking on the policy process with an emphasis on accessibility and synthesis rather than novelty or abstraction. A newly added chapter surveys the social, economic, and demographic trends that are transforming the policy environment. Additional ISBNs 9781315706399, 1315706393