Abstract This paper assesses the bureau-shaping model in terms of how it justifies the power held by senior officials. It is divided into two parts and looks at the position of senior civil servants in some west European countries, especially with regard to the power they wield over their department and minister or equivalent. The paper also explores the failings of the bureau-shaping model in explaining the power of senior civil servants, and tries to find alternative sources which may help us in this regard.
From the Paper "In order to assess the extent of the power held by senior civil servants we need, firstly, to consider their background, i.e. from what sort of pool are these bureaucrats picked? This is dependent upon the type of civil service in question. For example, the UK civil service is not a technocratic one, and ever since the reforms made in the early twentieth century following the Northcote-Trevelyan report, there has been huge emphasis placed on examinations, especially for the upper echelons of the service (Kingdom, 1990: 14). As a result, many of those at senior level are products of an Oxbridge education. This elitist system has undergone much criticism, but its apologists maintain that "the pluralist nature of the British political system" compensates for any of its defects. "
Abstract This paper explores the creation and the evolution of the Children's Bureau from the time following its inception to the modern period, with an emphasis on the problems of children's services and policy reform.
Abstract This paper explains that, although the original bureau is 200 years old, in 2003, the ATF was transferred from the Treasury Department to the Justice Department; its name was somewhat changed, with the word "explosives" being added to make clear one of its major, long-standing fields of expertise. The author points out that the ATF forerunner agency performed a key role in the national movement to abolish the commercial sale of beer, wine, and whiskey under the 18th Amendment of the Constitution, which was approved in 1919. The paper stresses that the backbone of the ATF is the examiners who inspect records of firearms dealers, explosives businesses, and alcohol beverage producers;they substantiate inventories and work to make sure of product veracity.
From the Paper "The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has over the years been allocated a series of tasks that were not always clearly related, as suggested by its name, and different from the Internal Revenue Service and the Drug Enforcement Agency. This historic setback may have relieved to a substantial level when most of the ATF was moved form the Treasury Department to the Justice Department on January 24, 2003. The ATF was for many years a basic source of federal income, while the comparative significance of this role going after alcohol and tobacco excise taxes weakened with America's espousal of the income tax. Recently, even the law enforcement part of this relatively small agency had endeavored to cover a great deal of ground. In the arousal of grave bombing events, expert ATF programs were established to give specialist help."
Abstract This paper debates the continuation of the American Farm Bureau (AFB)and examines the influence of the AFB on the quality of our food. The paper discusses the problems that arose for the AFB, after the passage of the Food Quality Protection Act. The paper also claims that the Regulatory Fairness and Openness Act did not fulfill its purpose of keeping the EPA rulings reasonable.
From the Paper "When the Delaney clause was removed from the books in 1996, the EPA assured the Farm Bureau that it would introduce a sensible approach to measuring and regulating crop protection residues in food supplies using an approach based on scientific data. American farmers were assured that scientific assessment, not perceived risk would be the method used to determine the needed regulations to ensure the safety of our food supply. Unfortunately, the EPA determined by unscientific means that organophosphates and carbamates should no longer be used for crop protection. These chemicals are used to protect many of the fruits and vegetables and have been proven safe by means that are scientific."
Abstract This paper reviews effective marketing strategy techniques that are essential to a company in order for it to remain competitive. This paper focuses specifically on the Hawaii Visitor's and Convention Bureau and discuss how the organization uses marketing tactics and the four P's of product, price, promotion and place.
Introduction
Marketing Tactics and the Four P's of HVCB
Factors and Competitive Advantage
Other Possible Tactics
Conclusion
From the Paper "Essentially a marketing strategy is built around the core values, vision and objectives of the organization. Study of market strategy one become aware that in order to have product, price, promotion or placement, the organization must have done its research on the market and the consumer need for its service. Without an understanding the targeted audience, the organization cannot market at all. It is important to work the product, its price, distribution and promotion around the needs of the people and of course, from there working to persuade segments of the segment into wanting the product. This is called product diversification. Not everyone can afford an Hawaiian vacation and all the attractions that are available at HVCB. The travel industry is highly competitive, cut throat with many threats to income. Consumers are more wary travel today than five years due to present conflicts in the world. It is important for HVCB to get around these obstacles by enticing the consumer. Really Hawaii can sell itself on the premise of being a beautiful relaxing place but after that it is the job of an organization like HVCB to continue marketing the idea of a vacation. This is where pricing and promotion become important to the marketing strategy. "
Tags: product, price, distribution, promotion, business
Abstract This paper examines how everything the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) does is designed to keep the American public safe. The paper explains that ATF has always tackled the controversial issues such as alcohol and firearm control, smoking bans and explosives limitations. The paper looks at how the ATF has to balance its regulations in order to protect American citizens and businesses without infringing on rights. The paper then points out that the ATF needs to work on some areas, but in general, it is successfully serving and protecting the public.
Outline:
Thesis
AT F - A History
Duties and Regulations
Regulations - Societal or Economic
Problem Solving
By the Book
How Are They Doing
Conclusion
From the Paper "The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives has been evolving since the late 1700s, when the first Congress enacted a tax on imported spirits to pay for debts incurred during the Revolutionary War. At that time, agents collected taxes through the Department of Treasury. In 1862, by Act of 1, Congress created the Office of Internal Revenue within the Treasury Department. This new office was responsible for collecting taxes on distilled spirits and tobacco products.
Congress added enforcement as a component of the ATF in 1863 when it authorized the addition of three detectives for the purpose of preventing, detecting and punishing tax evaders."
Abstract This paper describes the Federal Bureau of Investigation agency of the United States. The author relates the FBI's background and humble beginnings and discusses the agency mission. The paper also addresses job application processes and describes the duties, hierarchy and different division within the agency. In addition, the paper discusses the portrayal of the FBI in movies and news reports and talks about the advantages and disadvantages of working for the agency.
From the Paper "There would be numerous travels also but a Special Agent specially will get to see the darkest side of humanity when the individual starts investigating notorious or heinous crimes. The FBI has set the standards for solving hundreds if not thousands of crimes other law enforcement agencies have given up on. Of course, being in the FBI means having to put your life on the line during the course ones career, every FBI personnel knows about this. The Bureau has instilled in its membership the glory and honor of making the ultimate sacrifice in fulfillment of Fidelity, Bravery and Integrity - these men and women will always be remembered as heroes of the United States defending the law and the nation."
Abstract The purpose of this research is to conduct a feasibility study for the establishment of a private investigation bureau in Barstow, California, a small town in California's Mojave Desert that sits just at the entrance to the Mojave National Preserve. Specifically, the study focuses on the selected site and analyzes it for sales potential using a demographic analysis of the area's general features and characteristics. The research begins with a literature review designed to provide context to the study by providing relevant information on the general nature of private investigation work; the daily routines of private investigators; the basic characteristics and skills needed by successful private investigators; the characteristics of clients and client groups using the services of private investigators; the types of services offered by private investigators; the general income and earnings of private investigators; the education and training of private investigators; the licensing requirements of private investigators; the general features of the private investigation firm and the expected changes in the field that will take place in the twenty-first century. The literature review is followed by a delineation and discussion of methods used in the collection of feasibility data. Following the delineation of methods, the next section of the study provides an analysis of collected data and interpretation of its meaning in determining the extent to which it may be feasible to open a private investigation bureau in Barstow. The final section of the thesis presents a summary of the major findings and conclusions of the research.
Paper Headings:
Executive Summary
Introduction
Literature Review
General Nature of the Work
Daily Routines
Characteristics of Successful Private Investigators
Client Characteristics
Types of Investigations Conducted by Private Investigation Bureaus
Location of Persons
Locating Assets
Background Investigation
Surveillance Investigation
Internal Business Theft and Sub-Rosa Investigations
Traffic Collision Investigations
Fire/Arson Investigations
Business Credit Investigations
Federal/Criminal Investigations
State and Federal Records Investigation
Education Verification
Employment Verification
Medical Licenses Verification
Income and Earnings
Training and Education
Licensing and Insurance
The Private Investigation Firm
Private Investigation in the Twenty-First Century
Methodology
Data Analysis
Economic Feasibility
Competition
Labor Force
Supplementary Considerations
Summary
Works Cited
From the Paper "According to Travers (1997), private investigation is a growing field with the employment of private detectives and investigators being expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations throughout the year 2005. In addition, Travers reports that job turnover will create many additional job openings, particularly among investigators who are wage and salary workers. Nevertheless, competition is expected to continually increase for the available openings because private detective and private investigator careers are attractive to many.
Travers (1997) also states that the increased demand for private detectives and investigators will be generated by increases in the size of the population, increased economic activity, and global and domestic competition. These forces are expected to produce increases in crime, litigation, and the need for confidential information of all kinds. As crime continues to increase, more firms will hire or contract for the service of private detectives."
Abstract This paper discusses the role of the Competition Bureau in regulating mergers and corporate concentration in Canada's economy. The paper discusses the importance of considering the economy that the Bureau is operating in. Mergers and corporate acquisitions have become prevalent but is this all bad, if it means a company staving off bankruptcy. Other surrounding issues are addressed as well as looking at real examples in the past decade addressing this topic.
Abstract This paper provides a detailed history of the Freedman's Bureau in the United States and the role this organization played following Lincoln's signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Created by the U.S. Federal Government in 1895, the Freedman's Bureau provided education opportunities that would ordinarily have been denied most the ex-slaves who migrated from the South. .
Abstract This paper outlines the American Farm Bureau's position that the Food Quality Protection Act of 1996 (FQPA) can be be met without
restricting or canceling the safe use of pesticides. The paper explains that the FQPA, designed and implemented by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), restricts the use of certain pesticides on any food crops raised in the U.S. and that the Farm Bureau holds that the FQPA must be also be implemented in a manner that will ensure farmers and ranchers continuous access to safe and affordable crop protection.
From the Paper "The American Farm Bureau supports H. R. 1592, the Regulatory Fairness and Openness Act of 1999. This bill provides for guidance for all EPA limitations or cancellations of pesticides. It requires the EPA to submit a written report identifying areas where assumptions were used when data was insufficient for making tolerance decisions. It also requires the identification of any alternatives to the particular pesticides under review. The EPA must use actual data from scientific research before modifying or revoking tolerances of these pesticides."
Abstract This paper looks at the process of land aquisition of African Americans after their freedom from slavery from the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 and after the Civil War. It examines how they formed their own small towns and communities away from the hostile whites and proceeded to educate themselves in order to negotiate with whites over land. It shows how many blacks had to return to their masters in order to earn a wage, how some got government grants to buy land for schools and churches and how in 1865, the Freedmens' Bureau was opened to help blacks acquire the land that they had been promised by the government when they were freed.
From the Paper "Many blacks moved away from their former white masters, but some blacks, who had gotten on fairly well with their masters before they were freed, went back to work for those same masters, only this time it was for wages. This is how many blacks were able to buy land and have somewhere for they and their family to live. Sometimes these white masters"now bosses"would give the black man some of their land and let them build something on it. This was another way that black men acquired land after the Emancipation Proclamation and their freedom."
Tags: blacks, whites, slavery, freedom, masters, freedmen's, bureau
Abstract This paper outlines many problems within the FBI such as withholding pertinent information that may have prevented the September 11 attacks. The author points out that these problems are not new. The paper discusses the new corrective program introduced by the FBI head, Robert Mueller, that needs to be enforced and accepted by the FBI culture.
From the Paper "Another problem that has haunted the FBI in recent months is the discovery that veteran agent Robert Hanssen was a Russian spy for twenty-five years. The FBI was scrutinized because they did not possess a serious attitude regarding internal security issues, and the lack of a cohesive management structure indicates that departments were not aware of each other's activities. In response to the Hanssen scandal, Congress approved the creation of a new position within the Justice Department to oversee the activities of the FBI."
Abstract The paper examines Hedrick Smith's book "The Power Game: How Washington Works" in which he presents what he learned during his years as the "New York Times'" Washington bureau chief and chief Washington correspondent. It discusses how his style of writing is informative and how although the stories can be illuminating, they carry the burden of his argument which is not at all systematic in his approach. In particular, it looks how Smith deals with the power "game" as it was played during the Reagan years how his analysis of the period in the book is is naive and uninteresting.
From the Paper "The neglect of these parts of government might not be a major issue, but in a book where the transitory nature of government is a major concern it seems odd that Smith is not more interested in the numerous agencies that are, more or less, permanent and carry out much of the government's actual work. Yet this absence also points to the third major problem with Smith's book which is that his focus on the presidency and his secondary emphasis on Congress are direct reflections of the news media's sound-bite and photo-opportunity solution to covering Washington politics. Of course, Smith acknowledges that the presidential, image "is misleading [and] it exaggerates the actual power of the presidency, which is considerably less than suggested by the public attention which gets focused on the single figure at the apex of out political system" (emphasis added, 10). He goes on to explain that "as a nation, we focus obsessively on the president," and this occurs "largely because the president is one person whom it is easy for television to portray and whom the public feels it can come to know" and so "the press, especially television, have fallen into an unconscious conspiracy to create a cartoon caricature of the real system of power" (emphases added, 10)"
Abstract The paper reviews Steiner's book in which he analyzes public policy making in terms of the rearing of children, with specific reference to the development of federal policy in the development and operation of the Children's Bureau. It shows how in the course of discussing this agency, Steiner also indicates much about the policy making process, the various actors involved, the concerns they face, the problems encountered and the difficulties which pertain to any large scale effort to respond to a public need.
From the Paper "The Children's Bureau is an interesting study given that its very existence challenges certain deeply-held assumptions in American life about the inviolability of the family and so the role the government could or should have in the family. Steiner notes this fact at the outset when he states that "nonintervnetion serves as a basic guiding principle rather than an absolute" (Steiner, 1976, 1). Steiner finds numerous reasons why intervention is often necessary, and he notes both the fact that many children receive public assistance and that many more need it. At the time, says Steiner, there was a change taking place in the way the concept of restraint in these matters was viewed, for that idea was "challenged by a developmental philosophy that argues it is not enough to protect children against abuse an against the most dramatic and evident diseases like polio and blindness, and it is not enough to throw a protective cover over orphans and abandoned children" (Steiner, 1976, 3)."
