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Shaping public policy.

G M Crooks1

  • 1U.S. Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.

Public Health Reports (Washington, D.C. : 1974)
|July 1, 1987
PubMed
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Public policy in the US relies on consensus-building. Key features include government procedures, citizen involvement, separation of powers, multiple government levels, accountability, and individual freedoms for effective policymaking.

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Area of Science:

  • Political Science
  • Public Policy Analysis

Background:

  • Public policy is a growing field of academic study.
  • Consensus-building is a critical aspect of policymaking within the United States.
  • Government procedures and citizen participation are vital for an open policymaking process.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the consensus-building feature of United States policymaking.
  • To highlight the essential role of government procedures and citizen engagement.
  • To identify the core components that facilitate agreement in policy development.

Main Methods:

  • The study analyzes the foundational elements of American consensus building.
  • It identifies five central characteristics that define the policymaking process.
  • The research frames how these features influence lawmaking, enforcement, and public spending.

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Main Results:

  • The five central features of American consensus building are identified as: separation of powers, multiple levels of government, citizen participation, policymaker accountability, and individual freedoms.
  • These features are crucial for shaping public policies.
  • The process ensures laws are made and enforced effectively, and public funds are allocated appropriately.

Conclusions:

  • The identified features are fundamental to the American approach to public policy.
  • Understanding these elements is key to comprehending how laws are created and resources are managed.
  • The study underscores the importance of an open and participatory policy development process.