[PAF 340] - Midterm Exam Guide - Everything you need to know! (13 pages long)
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The sum of government activities, whether pursued directly or through agents, as those activities have an influence on the lives of citizens . Placing an issue on the government agenda and deciding what to do about the issue . The study of government decisions and actions designed to deal with a matter of public concern. Non-governmental organizations and private organizations participate in administering and deciding public policy. Residents, foreigners, and others not granted citizenship status are also affected by policy. Definition may change substantially depending on context. I know it when i see it . Law the voting rights act, immigration quotas. Taxes earned income tax credit, healthcare mandate. Public policy: politics, participation, pragmatism, diversity, market, history. How conservative/liberal is the nation/state/city: good policy and/or good politics. History: american exceptionalism , city on a hill . Separation of powers: president signs/vetoes bills, bills must pass both houses of the legislature.
