An introduction to the study of public policy. - Jones, Charles O. (North Scituate, Massachusetts Duxbury Press, 1977)
Contents. To the Students. Acknowledgements. -- 1. Introduction and General Framework of Analysis. -- 2. The Nature of Public Problems. -- 3. The Politics of Getting Problems to Government. -- 4. Formulating Policy Proposals. -- 5. Legitimating Programs. -- 6. Appropriating for Programs. -- 7. Implementing Programs. -- 8. Evaluating Programs and Policy. -- 9. Conclusion as Prelude. -- Annotated Bibliography. Index.
Keywords: Decision-making in public administration; United States -- Politics and government