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What Would Socrates Do?: Preparing the Next Generation of Public Administrators
We should teach and mentor by asking, not by telling; the “Socratic Method” has worked for centuries. If we need our followers to know facts, we can give them books.…
AI: A Wedge in Public Trust?
Pause and reflect, then do it right—create an AI strategy or policy by engaging early and often with residents and in meaningful ways. Being "open, transparent and responsive” not only…
The 3Ps & 1E of Public Administration Success
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Carroll G. RobinsonMay 31, 2024 To succeed as a…
Physical Fitness and Public Administration: Exercise Is the Best Policy!
That’s why I believe all public sector workers should have access to a fitness program—whether it be a program that the agency administers or a program that workers can use…
The Tragedy of Tobacco and the State: Part 2 – Normalization of a Toxic Addiction
If democratic governments have any obligations at all to their citizenry then that must be to attend to the well-being of children. …
How to Overcome the Lingering Mental Health Crisis
By improving access to mental health resources for young people we are investing in our future, and will see the benefits long-term in improved educational outcomes. …
Exploring the Synergy Between Big Data and Warm Data—Part II
Ultimately, the convergence of Big Data and Warm Data invites us to reconsider not only how we interact with data but also how it can help us build a more…
Why Mention Sex, Race or Gender? Because…
A true meritocracy will exist when it is no longer necessary to mention the employment or promotion of a woman or minority as a major step forward—it will be the…
Reforming New York State’s Budget Process – Proposals for a More Effective State Budget
These budgetary reforms would go a long way towards making New York’s budget processes more transparent and timely. They will require leadership and citizen action to make them a reality.…
Unsung Heroes: The Vital Role of MPA Directors in Small MPA Programs
Let us pay tribute to the MPA directors who navigate their roles with determination and resilience, leaving a lasting impact on the field of Public Administration.…
Public Administration: Managing Expectations in the Public Space
Good governments can stand a little pushback sometimes. After all, protest is a fundamental construct in societies where democracy is more than a notion.…