Transatlantic Policymaking in an Age of Austerity: Diversity and Drift

Focusing on the interplay of politics and public policy, this book examines regulatory and social welfare policies in the U.S. and Western Europe from the 1990s to the present. It highlights the shared challenges of economic austerity, low government trust, and interest group pressures, while also addressing the distinct political processes that lead to varied policy outcomes. Key areas of comparison include welfare, health, and labor reforms. Ultimately, the contributors reveal a decade marked by stagnation and reliance on the private sector, offering insights into the complexities of transatlantic policymaking.