The Age of Direct Citizen Participation
The Age of Direct Citizen Participation

Author: Nancy C. Roberts

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-01-28

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 1317458818

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Citizen involvement is considered the cornerstone of democratic theory and practice. Citizens today have the knowledge and ability to participate more fully in the political, technical, and administrative decisions that affect them. On the other hand, direct citizen participation is often viewed with skepticism, even wariness. Many argue that citizens do not have the time, preparation, or interest to be directly involved in public affairs, and suggest instead that representative democracy, or indirect citizen participation, is the most effective form of government. Some of the very best writings on this key topic - which is at the root of the entire "reinventing government" movement - can be found in the journals that ASPA publishes or sponsors. In this collection Nancy Roberts has brought together the emerging classics on the ongoing debate over citizen involvement. Her detailed introductory essay and section openers frame the key issues, provide historical context, and fill in any gaps not directly covered by the articles. More than just an anthology, "The Age of Direct Citizen Participation" provides a unique and useful framework for understanding this important subject. It is an ideal resource for any Public Administration course involving citizen engagement and performance management.

A People’s Movement
A People’s Movement

Author: Robert Saffold

Publisher: The Riley Institute at Furman University

Published: 2023-01-31

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 0578358565

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The passage of the Education Improvement Act (EIA) of 1984 was transformational for the state of South Carolina. The Act sought to address growing concerns about the state’s lagging economic competitiveness and its long record of low academic achievement among students from underserved communities. To address these challenges, a cross-sector coalition led by then Governor Richard W. Riley successfully made the public case for bold, comprehensive, and rapid reform. How did they do it? How did passage of the EIA become a people’s movement? A People’s Movement to take a fresh look at the EIA — and in the process discovered that the “playbook” used by Governor Riley and his leadership team in the early 1980s remains relevant today.

Governor's Task Force (Missouri) on School Violence Report
Governor's Task Force (Missouri) on School Violence Report

Author: Gary B. Kempker

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2000-09

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13: 0756702445

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Five public hearings were conducted around Missouri to seek input on the issues related to school violence. Written comments on the issue were also encouraged. During this process, the Task Force heard from students, parents, counselors, teachers, school superintendents and others. The task force members also contributed their own experience and education. Chapters: members of the Governor's Task Force; goal; task force recommendations; summary of public testimony; public hearing agendas; indications of violent behavior; understanding youth violence; example of program components for preventing violence; and related Missouri statutes.