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Plastic Recycling vs. Climate Change: Part 2 – Worshiping False Idols

Plastic Recycling vs. Climate Change: Part 2 – Worshiping False Idols

The short story about the origins of municipal recycling programs intertwines misinformed environmental sentiment among citizens, industry efforts to deflect growing concern about plastic waste and municipal governments sandwiched in…

Cold War to Hot War—World War 3

Cold War to Hot War—World War 3

Although the feminist uprising is less likely to lead to World War 3, it would raise a global conversation and has potential to encourage Iran to expedite their nuclear reactors/arms…

Equity: Time to Get Real (Part I)

Equity: Time to Get Real (Part I)

This New Year offers a fresh opportunity to cultivate greater self and organizational awareness and commitment to flag ethical and equity issues on whatever your field of play. …

The Big Questions Facing PA in 2023

The Big Questions Facing PA in 2023

I am hopeful 2023 will bring a much needed conversation on the future role of the administrative state in a society that seems to be losing faith in many of…

A Tripodal Approach to Supporting Values-Based Decision-making—Third Leg: Action

A Tripodal Approach to Supporting Values-Based Decision-making—Third Leg: Action

The most effective approach may not be successful. Each individual needs to consider both the likely benefits as well as the costs. …

Framework for Ethical Actions by Public Employees

Framework for Ethical Actions by Public Employees

Despite the trials and tribulations that can come with reporting issues, I believe that public employees have an affirmative obligation to report significant inappropriate conduct of others. …

How to Address Workplace Conflict

How to Address Workplace Conflict

My mantra is "leadership is relentless" because there is always something to address, and commonly it is workplace conflict. …

Public Administration: 10,000 Hours Times Infinity

Public Administration: 10,000 Hours Times Infinity

Public administration is 10,000 hours times infinity. It is the process model of democracy within a structure of implementation whereby the dreams of the marginalized become the hope of future’s…

Student Perceptions of OER in Leadership and Non-Profit Organization Courses

Student Perceptions of OER in Leadership and Non-Profit Organization Courses

Using OER, as opposed to traditionally copyrighted resources, students are free to engage in a broader range of activities and, therefore, learn in a broader range of ways.…

No Cash Bail Policies: Vantage Points for Evaluation

No Cash Bail Policies: Vantage Points for Evaluation

The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Linda-Marie Sundstrom, Jim Bishop & Mark Kling December 9,…

Ulysses S. Grant: Overlooked and Under-appreciated, His Efforts Helped To Save the Country

Ulysses S. Grant: Overlooked and Under-appreciated, His Efforts Helped To Save the Country

As such, as we recognize the 200th birthday of Ulysses S. Grant, let us acknowledge one of the nations’ greatest generals, presidents and leaders.…