Donald F Kettl (Books)

Donald F Kettl Books

Donald F. Kettl is a distinguished scholar of public policy and management, whose work deeply explores the functioning and governance of public organizations. His extensive experience includes academic appointments at leading universities and leadership roles within a prominent policy school. Kettl critically examines contemporary institutional challenges, offering insights into improving future governance in the United States. His influential publications and frequent contributions to media and congressional hearings establish him as a pivotal voice in public administration discourse.

Politics of the Administrative Process

512 pages
18 hours of reading

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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 Process gives 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, the Eighth Edition continues its strong emphasis on politics, accountability, and performance.