Policy Paradox : The Art of Political Decision Making

by Stone, Deborah

• ISBN13: 9780393968576
• ISBN10: 039396857X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1997-06-01
• Publisher: W W Norton & Co Inc

Summary

Since its debut, Policy Paradox has been widely acclaimed as the most accessible policy text available. Unlike most texts, which treat policy analysis and policy making as different enterprises, Policy Paradox demonstrates that "you can't take politics out of analysis." Through a uniquely rich and comprehensive model, this revised edition continues to show how real-world policy grows out of differing ideals, even definitions, of basic societal goals like security, equality, and liberty. The book also demonstrates how these ideals often conflict in policy implementation. In this revised edition, Stone has added a full-length case study as an appendix, taking up the issue of affirmative action. Clear, provocative, and engaging, Policy Paradox conveys the richness of public policy making and analysis.

Table of Contents

Preface to the New Edition	ix
Introduction	1	(16)
PART I POLITICS	17	(22)
1 The Market and the Polis	17	(22)
Part II GOALS	39	(98)
2 Equity	39	(22)
3 Efficiency	61	(25)
4 Security	86	(22)
5 Liberty	108	(29)
PART III PROBLEMS	137	(26)
6 Symbols	137	(26)
7 Numbers	163	(25)
8 Causes	188	(22)
9 Interests	210	(22)
10 Decisions	232	(31)
PART IV SOLUTIONS	263	(110)
11 Inducements	263	(19)
12 Rules	282	(21)
13 Facts	303	(19)
14 Rights	322	(29)
15 Powers	351	(22)
Conclusion: Political Reason	373