Public Administration papers

This paper examines how the objectives outlined in B.G. Peters' book, "American Public Policy: Promise and Performance" pertain to the duties of a firefighter.

A discussion on whether or not inequalities in health are ever justified.

A paper calling for the organization Safe Tables Our Priority (S.T.O.P.) to receive a government grant for its food safety initiatives.

An argumentative essay that examines the question of whether or not making English the official language of the U.S. would be an act of patriotism or an act of racism.

An exploration and analysis of the institutional restructuring needed in the urban water sector in India.

A persuasive paper on the causes behind the high incarceration rate for mentally ill people.

An overview of methods to enhance the quality of law enforcement services.

In this paper, the writer explores four public crime issues and argues that the citizenry of the U.S. are partially responsible for holding those in power accountable.

Looks at the social, political and economic effects of the 1992 Olympics on Barcelona.

Looks at ways to improve the serious image problem of public transit.

An overview of the Ottawa Charter with a focus on building healthy public policy as it relates to heroin addiction in Australia.

Looks at aviation security and its impact on airports.

The paper examines the article "The New Realities of Non-Profit Accountability" by Peter Shiras.

The paper presents an analysis of the Arizona Department of Corrections Morey Unit 2004 hostage situation.

The paper discusses the issue of transportation and the effects of the
Americans with Disabilities Act.

A discussion on whether educating the children of illegal immigrants is a burden to the public school system in the US.

A look at available services for the elderly.

Describes the organizations of the New York City (NYPD), Dallas (DPD) and Los Angeles (LAPD) police departments.

Analyzes the legal problem relating to finding federal property.

Proposes an improvement to Medicare Part D program to subsidize the cost of prescriptions for elderly and poor citizens.

An analysis of the importance of civil-military relations and a discussion of the ways in which the military can come into conflict with the civilians.

Analyzes a case study about the joint direct attack munitions (JDAM) program, especially the implementation of acquisition reform.

A case study on the security survey conducted on the public library at Green County.

Argues that constitutional-free zones are collapsing constitutional rights.

This paper presents arguments against socialized medicine.

An examination of current programs that aim to increase revenue for the City of Hollywood.

This paper looks at both sides of the budget battle in President Obama's budget plan.

Argues that, to offset the costs of private healthcare, a mandate should be implemented that would require that private insurance companies offer more affordable coverage.

Explains the importance of the Federal Reserve System (the Fed) as the central banking institution of the U.S.

An examination of current policies and programs aimed to reduce Native American reservation poverty.

This paper explores the significant role of strategic planning in a police department.

An examination and evaluation of the Disabled Veteran Outreach Program, with suggestions for improvement.

The paper is a statistical analysis of media coverage of Barak Obama in the news magazine, 'Newsweek'.

Investigates the best strategy to secure financing for the Seattle Commons urban renewal project.

An examination of the efficiency of nonprofit organizations versus government agencies.

A look at the argument that emergency and disaster theory must be wide ranging and inclusive in order to be practical and effective.

An overview of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and its mission.

A paper discussing the failure of the Department of Homeland Security's national response plan during Hurricane Katrina.

This paper provides an analysis on Barack Obama's policy on the future of American health care.

Proposes a solution for illegal immigration.

Discusses the history, training and effectiveness of the K-9 unit, the use of dogs in warfare and police work.

An analysis of the impacts Hurricane Katrina has had on local and national economies.

Looks at the leadership abilities of British counter-independence General, Lord Charles of Cornwallis during the U.S. Revolutionary War as compared to present day military directives.

A discussion on whether urban social planning challenges and changes the dominant urban development trends in our cities.

Looks at the aviation safety action programs (ASAP) of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for flight attendants.

This paper discusses Karl Marx's beliefs on capitalism and class struggles in reference to the poor in New Orleans during and after the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina.

A research paper on the evolution of the Family and Medical Leave Act and its administrative issues.

Looks at the need for universal coverage in the U.S. health care system.

An analysis of the reality vs. perception of mad cow disease in the U.S., Germany and the Netherlands.

This paper discusses effective public diplomacy concentrating on goals, challenges and opportunities for African States.

The paper examines the corruption of William M. Tweed, the "Boss" of Nineteenth Century New York City and his relationship with street gangs in the same period.

Reviews literature, which pressured the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) into greatly improving its low-income housing.

The paper examines the Environmentally Preferable Purchasing program and compares it to other, similar, national and international programs.

An examination of public administration in the areas of governance under a globalization environment.

An exploration of the evolution of public policy initiatives in the transportation field in the United States.

This paper looks at the power of legislature and the directives and laws in the US that have been passed to govern and enforce public health.

An overview of the Canadian healthcare delivery system and its principle of universal healthcare.

A analysis of of the role a museum plays in the community.

A discussion on mitigating both crime and overcrowded prisons.

A review of the critical infrastructure and disasters that occurred recently in the United States.

An examination of three disasters to show the impact of disasters on infrastructure in a networked world.

A parent's guide to the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act.

An examination of the impact of policies to distribute funding to the underclass of society.

This paper discusses what the role of Public Service Broadcasting in Australia should be.

A report on the funding and related issues affecting the US primary and secondary education system.

A look at the Small Business Administration's (SBA) assistance to individuals in starting new businesses.

A study on how media and other special interest groups impact public policy and political socialization.

A discussion on the effects of the media and other special interests groups in shaping public policy.

Looks at the New York State (NYS) Public Authority Accountability Act, which was created to counter corruption and mismanagement in public organizations.

Analyzes the debate over the reorganization of the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS).

Discuses FAA regulations and policies for transporting hazardous cargo.

An analysis of Hurricane Katrina and its impact on human geography in New Orleans, Mississippi and Alabama.

A analysis on the bond rating proposal and the economic prognosis of Michigan.

An analysis of how the American democratic system affects its environmental policies.

A discussion of how Turkey can improve its reaction to natural disasters to minimize future damage.

This paper explores the maintenance of law, order and democracy within the justice system.

An analysis and description of HIPAA and the connection and impact that privacy standards have on health care, in terms of quality and cost.

Examines the concepts, issues and prospects for public administration reform and economic development in the Philippines.

This paper describes the role of disaster medical assistance teams (DMAT).

This paper explores the effectiveness of airport security in the United States since 2001.

A look at how the authorities dealt with events after hurricane Katina occurred, and recommendations for the future.

An overview of the intelligence community in the USA.

This paper discusses the creation of the welfare system and its implications on the economy.

A look at the work of disaster recovery centers.

This paper investigates two low-intensity crises; the London smog of 1952 and the Swiss Sandoz Ltd fire of 1986.

Examines the hypothesis that disasters reveal authorities' incapacity to manage crisis situations.

An overview of the "Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act " (HIPPA) 1996 and its concerns and effects on radiology practice.

A literature review of the role of law enforcement in emergency management situations.

Discusses the transformation of the U.S. military.

An argument in favor of greater access to a 24-hour daycare service for the American working parent.

An analysis of how emergency management could have improved the ways that they dealt with Hurricane Andrew.

A review on staffing issues unique to the 911 dispatch career.

An outline of Medicare, a publicly funded health insurance program in the US that gives health care coverage and access to those aged sixty-five and over.

Looks at the role of civilians employed by the military.

This paper explores the development of emergency plans for disaster preparedness, warning and relief.

Reports on the financial implications of being a user of
community care services.

Looks at the relevance, significance and limitations of public administrators in American society.

A marketing audit of a local navy recruiting district.