Central / national / federal government policies Books

This book examines alternative economic policies for the European Union in the aftermath of the rejection of the European Constitution. The subject range includes macroeconomic policy and the European Constitution, EU financial integration, the reform of...

Cultural diversity and difference is increasing in European cities, driven byeconomic integration, migration, globalization and EU enlargement. Against a background of cultural friction, Migration and Cultural Inclusion in the European City is centrally...

What are the limits of Europeanization? This book explores the impact of the European Union's agenda of structural reform on Greece. This is a setting that welcomes closer European unity, but which apparently struggles to adapt to the demands of...

Education policy-making has become a 'hot topic' in many industrialized countries today. Through initiatives by international organizations, such as the OECD's PISA study or the consequences of the GATS negotiations for the marketization in education,...

This new edition of the now wellestablished European Political Facts provides a wideranging and comprehensive work of reference on Europe in the 20th century. There are sections on heads of state and ministers, elections, political parties,...

Introduction: Happiness as the Only Ultimate Objective of Public Policy; Y-k.Ng & L.S.Ho PART 1: A HISTORICAL OVERVIEW OF THE STATE OF WELL BEING OF HUMANITY Quality-of-life in the Modern Society Measured with Happy Life Years; R.Veenhoven PART 2:...

Why has genetically modified food become a focal point in international conflicts over agriculture, trade and the environment? What are the chances for achieving effective global governance of new technologies such as genetic engineering? This book...

One of the major dilemmas facing the administrative state in the United States today is discerning how best to harness for public purposes the dynamism of markets, the passion and commitment of nonprofit and volunteer organizations, and the...

The role of the state has occupied centre stage in the development of economics as an independent discipline and is one of the most contentious issues addressed by contemporary economists and political economists. The immediate postwar years saw a swing...

When the stability of American life was threatened by the Great Depression, the decisive and visionary policy contained in FDR's New Deal offered America a way forward. In this groundbreaking work, William E. Leuchtenburg traces the evolution of what was...

""A Statement Of The Facts And Circumstances Relative To The Operation Of The Pilot Laws Of U.S.: With Particular Reference To New York"" is a historical book written by William Pennington and published in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive overview...

A Plain Letter To The Lord Chancellor On The Infant Custody Bill (1839) is a book written by Stevenson Pearce. The book is a letter addressed to the Lord Chancellor of England regarding the Infant Custody Bill. The author argues that the bill, which...

A Manual of Political Economy, written by Erasmus Peshine Smith in 1868, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and theories of political economy. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of political economy, the principles of...

A Letter to Lord Henley, on the Deficiencies of his Plan of Church Reform is a book written by Robert Mackenzie Beverley in 1833. The book is a critique of Lord Henley's plan for church reform, which Beverley argues is inadequate and does not address the...

A Letter To A Freeholder On The Late Reduction Of The Land Tax To One Shilling In The Pound (1732) is a political pamphlet written by William Arnall. The book is addressed to freeholders and discusses the recent reduction of the land tax to one shilling...

This brief text offers an unbiased reflection on debates about neoliberalism and its alternatives in Latin America with an emphasis on the institutional puzzle that underlies the region's difficulties with democratization and development. In addition to...

The concept of community development is often misunderstood, holding different meanings across different academic disciplines. Moreover, the concept of community development has been historically abstracted, not only in the way the concept has been...

How has New Public Management influenced social policy reform in different developed welfare states? New managerialism is conceptualized as a paradigm, which not only shapes the decision-making process in bureaucratic organizations but also affects the...

In modRNA: Why It Matters & Other Essays, Attorney Thomas Renz delivers a wake-up call, exposing the potential catastrophes of introducing untested vaccines and gene therapies into the human food supply. With meticulous research this little book...

In the last decade, addressing the persistent problem of maternal, infant, young child and adolescent malnutrition in India has gained significant attention. With the well-established serious implications of malnutrition on mortality and morbidity;...

Hawksley and Georgeou bring together scholars and practitioners from across the region to analyse the main effects of the first two years of the COVID pandemic in a range of case studies from Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, and Oceania.The book...

This volume presents the latest developments in the field of political psychology by exploring the psychological processes that underlie political instability and how these can be addressed with psychological interventions.

Explore the intricacies and logistics of the New York state legislative budget in 1917 with this comprehensive guide. Author John Lewis Keddy provides valuable insights into the state's fiscal planning and governmental processes, making this book an...

This comprehensive guide offers a detailed overview of the major political, economic, and social issues facing the world today. It includes extensive bibliographies and resource guides, making it an invaluable tool for students, scholars, and anyone...

This Danish publication is a weekly magazine that addresses political and social issues of the time. Written by the influential philosopher and theologian Nicolai Frederik Severin Grundtvig, this magazine is a fascinating look at 19th-century Danish...

This book offers a detailed plan for the implementation of socialism through legislative measures at municipal, state, and national levels. The author provides examples of socialist legislation and argues that such measures will lead to greater social...

This report, issued by the State Tax Commission and the State Board of Assessors of Michigan, provides an overview of the tax system in the state. It includes information on property taxes, income taxes, and sales taxes, as well as recommendations for...

This collection of speeches by the great Australian politician Sir Henry Parkes offers a fascinating look at the formation and evolution of the government of Australasia. From the challenges of federation to the debates over representation and taxation,...

This journal covers a wide range of topics related to Indian politics and society, with a particular focus on issues of social justice and equality.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base...

This collection brings together three essays on the topics of agriculture and the Corn Law, which restricted the importation of grain into Britain in the 19th century. Written by members of the Anti-Cornlaw League, a group dedicated to the repeal of the...

Dieses zweiteilige Werk bietet einen umfassenden Einblick in die soziale Politik im 19. Jahrhundert. Der Leser erfährt mehr über die Theorien von Julius Fröbel sowie über deren Einfluss auf die politischen Entscheidungen der Zeit.This work has been...

This collection of government documents provides insights into immigration policies and practices in the United States. It will be of interest to scholars and policymakers studying immigration issues. This work has been selected by scholars as being...

Este es un ensayo político y filosófico sobre la relación entre la Iglesia Católica y el Estado en el siglo XIX. Se trata de un examen cuidadoso y bien razonado de la cuestión de los bienes eclesiásticos, que analiza los argumentos en favor y en contra...

In this groundbreaking report, the United States Congress examines the role of advisory committees in the Food and Drug Administration's decision-making process. With detailed testimony from industry experts, scientists, and government officials, this...

This is a sociological and economic analysis of the impact of monopolies on society. It explores the history of monopolies, their effects on the economy, and their relation to social inequality. This book is a seminal work on the subject and remains...

This report delves into the decline of the agricultural population in Great Britain between 1881 and 1906 and provides data-driven insights into the causes of this phenomenon. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of agriculture and rural...

A seminal work of American political thought, The New Frontier outlines a bold vision for a more just and prosperous society. Drawing on the ideas of Franklin D. Roosevelt and other progressive thinkers, author Guy Emerson offers a comprehensive plan for...

This compelling speech by Pennsylvania Governor John W. Geary speaks to some of the most pressing issues of his time, including civil rights, public education, and economic reform. His passionate and eloquent arguments continue to resonate today,...

This report offers a sobering look at the state of Michigan's prison system, including statistics on the number of inmates, the offenses for which they were convicted, and the conditions of their confinement. A must-read for anyone with an interest in...

Learn about the fascinating history of the Anti-Corn Law League and the movement to repeal the Corn Laws in nineteenth-century England. This book provides a comprehensive account of the League's campaigns and the political context in which they operated,...

This fascinating collection of Congressional hearings sheds light on the Grain Futures Act of 1922, which sought to regulate the grain trading industry in the United States. Featuring testimony from industry leaders, government officials, and other...

This book is a political treatise on the subject of national property. It presents the author's opinions on the role and responsibility of governments in managing national assets, and examines the potential consequences of mismanagement. It also...

Un essai politique sur la réforme du marché du travail et de la profession en France au XIXe siècle. L'ouvrage soutient l'abolition de la vente des emplois judiciaires et l'introduction de la liberté d'association professionnelle et de la concurrence...

Examine the impact of tariffs on the sheep industry in the United States, and the potential consequences for farmers and consumers. This insightful book sheds light on the complex relationship between trade policy and agriculture, and offers important...

This book contains transcripts of hearings held by the United States Senate Committee on Finance in 1921 to discuss a proposed tariff act. The act, known as H.R. 7456, aimed to provide revenue for the government, regulate commerce with foreign countries,...