Efficient public administration requires a delicate balance-�the bureaucracy must be powerful enough to be effective, but also accountable to elected officials and citizens. Donald F. Kettl understands that the push and pull of political forces in a democracy make the functions of bureaucracy contentious, but no less crucial.Politics of the Administrative Processgives students a realistic, relevant, and well-researched view of the field while remaining reader-friendly with engaging vignettes and rich examples. With a unique focus on policymaking and politics, theEighth Editioncontinues its strong emphasis on politics, accountability, and performance.Book detailsPage Numbers Source ISBN:1544374348Publisher:CQ Press; 8 edition (December 12, 2019)Publication Date:December 25, 2019Language:EnglishASIN:B08355WKCM