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Ethics in public service is a crucial part of the day-to-day activities that public administrators enact. There is absolutely no room for anything other than operating with full transparency.…
In light of increased attention to school safety in the United States, the Center for Public Policy at Virginia Commonwealth University’s L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs…
We have not done justice to Native Americans when it comes to social equity in public administration, and that must change.…
The success of community gardens is due to the success of impact volunteering, a process where citizens work alongside city officials. Community gardens are built by community members, who take…
In many communities that have undergone a significant economic transformation, along with a severe loss of population, there is a need to re-establish a strong public and communal identity. Sustained…
Decisions on public employment are crucial for a number of reasons. First, the delivery of local services depends on a sufficiently sized workforce in local governments. What are some core…
There are times where public managers recognize the need for a particular course of action that has minimal political or public support. How do managers overcome the political tendency…
Testing control effectiveness, in design and in practice is a key management responsibility, and not one to be left to internal audit. As we move towards more risk-based operating models,…
Despite the presence of excellent technical financial advice in all countries, the budgetary decision making process frequently involves a lot of politics. Often, this deviates allocations from citizens’ real priorities.…
Legislation requires that government employ a diverse workforce, yet men hold 70 percent of the most powerful and influential roles in government organizations. This, in turn, impacts the opportunities women…
Whims of Iron: Avoiding Ineffective Policy Making
A whim of iron is a decision made in a reactive, short-sighted manner. If we see a whim of iron emerge, we need to address it effectively so employees are…
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