Governing States and Localities
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In the aftermath of the Great Recession, states and localities were forced to make stark choices over funding and public services as they battled to balance their budgets. So what′s next? Kevin B. Smith and Alan Greenblatt chart the future for states and localities as they deal with new federal regulations, a decrease in public sector employment, the consolidation of agencies, and the weakening of labor unions′ political clout. The fourth edition of Governing States and Localities continues what has always set this introductory text apart: its expert blend of the latest scholarship with engaging journalistic writing. Along with their crisp storytelling, the authors employ a comparative approach so students walk away from the course understanding how and why states and localities are both similar and different in institutional structure, culture, history, geography, economy, and demographics.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1452226334
ISBN13:9781452226330
Release Date:May 2013
Publisher:CQ Press
Length:632 Pages
Weight:2.28 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 8.0" x 10.0"
Customer Reviews
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Governing States and Localities
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
In pretty good shape. Like the other textbooks I ordered, I needed them pretty quickly and this one came fast. I think I ordered it on a Tuesday and it arrived that Friday or Saturday, I'm happy with this purchase.
Great for a textbook
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Less dry and harsh than most texts books. Not a bad read, full of good, unbiased info, and presents imporatant info well. The text is presented in a way that makes since and the fluff really only backs up the main points well rather than adding so much to the mix its hard to understand. However, as good as it is, its still a text book!!
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