Political Science

Administrative Law: The Sources and Limits of Government Agency Power concisely examines the everyday challenges of administrative responsibilities and provides students with a way to understand and manage the complicated mission that is governance.

The Art of Policymaking: Tools, Techniques and Processes in the Modern Executive Branch, Second Edition is a practical introduction to the specific tools, techniques, and processes used to create policy in the executive branch of the U.S. government. George E. Shambaugh, IV and Paul Weinstein, Jr. explain how government officials develop policy, manage the policymaking process, and communicate those policies to stakeholders and the public at large. The authors draw on both their academic and government experience to provide real-world advice on writing policy decision memos, preparing polling questions, and navigating the clearance process. An abundance of case studies show how actual policies are developed and how and why policies and processes differ across administrations. Finally, practice scenarios allow students to apply the tools and techniques they have learned by working through both domestic and foreign policy situations.

A Guide to Federal Terms and Acronyms presents a glossary of key definitions used by the Federal Government. This reference guide is comprehensive, covering the most common terms, acronyms, and abbreviations used by each major Federal Government agency. And it is also accessible, organized in a logical, easy-to-use format. Users can look up terms and acronyms by department or subject matter, making this a quick reference for translating government language.

Federal Agency Profiles covers 175-200 of the prominent organizations most studied by students. Entries follow a standard set of rubrics to facilitate comparison between agencies. Entries include a "fast fact" feature designed to illuminate the effect of the agencies on individual citizens.

The authors comment on various pieces of empirical evidence available to measure the frequency, complexity, and impact of rules, providing insight into the complex picture of this vital function that waxes and wanes over time. The book’s incisive coverage helps readers develop an understanding of rulemaking that is vital to an educated grasp of the dynamics of American policymaking and politics.