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Revitalizing A West Coast Legacy City
Legacy cities in the West do not share the declining population and less than robust regional economy of the struggling Northeastern and Midwestern cities. But just as some of the…
Hamilton
Rare it is when the theories and practices of public administration are the subject of a Broadway musical; indeed, Hamilton is so rare that every bureaucrat should rejoice and sing…
Leadership and Trust in Emergency Management
In today’s environment, emergency managers get things done through team leadership that follows in rhythm. And, they get the right things done without constant prodding or course correction. To make…
When Should We Use Our Nuclear Arsenal?
When, if ever, should our nation use its nuclear arsenal? Shouldn't the next Commander in Chief (president) and her/his advisors have an answer to this question? They should be thinking…
Climate and Clean Energy Policy Federalism
Federalism has been a constant driver of progress and source of tension throughout U.S. history. Federalist #46 notes the limitation of the federal authorities but also indicates an opportunity for…
NCLB and Multiple Choice Exams in College Courses
Multiple choice exams are the preferred assessment method for instructors because compared to the other techniques, they are fairly easy to produce and to grade. Thanks to No Child Left…
Lying in Public Life
When Americans believe public servants are lying, trust in government is the first casualty. Yet, lying is a problem that goes well beyond national security situations. In a 2007 National…
Do Nonprofit Accreditation Programs Increase Agency Infrastructure?
With the increasing amount of nonprofit organizations being created, these agencies are constantly challenged with the burden of keeping the doors open with decreases in funding? Considering technology advances, service…
Inclusionary Housing: A Policy Whose Time Has Come
How we live in America is changing. While incomes remain flat for most working people, the cost of housing has continued to rise. It’s difficult for many hard working-class and…
The Case for Value Neutrality in Public Administration
There is no shortage of opinion in the U.S. regarding advocacy for particular values. We have think tanks, lobbyists, newspapers, cable TV, magazines, websites, etc., literally pouring out opinions. They…
Organizational Change: How Incrementalism Can Save Your Career
If courses in organizational theory have taught us anything, it’s that nearly everyone finds change difficult. This is no more relevant than in the workplace. Whether you have just stepped…