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A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum: Prospects For An Ethical Theory Of Accountability, Melvin Dubnick
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum: Prospects For An Ethical Theory Of Accountability, Melvin Dubnick
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This paper is intended to restate the case for the development of an "ethical theory of accountability" as an alternative to current theoretical frames being applied by students of accountable governance. I would emphasize the word "alternative" at this juncture, noting that an ethical theory should not be regarded as replacement for current models; rather it is offered as a reframing of accountability that can provide a significantly different perspective -- one rooted in (and built upon) ontologically distinct presuppositions about the nature of account-giving/receiving.
Central to the effort is establishing accountability as the capacity to engage in account-giving/receiving behavior …
Demons, Spirits, And Elephants: Reflections On The Failure Of Public Administration Theory, Melvin Dubnick
Demons, Spirits, And Elephants: Reflections On The Failure Of Public Administration Theory, Melvin Dubnick
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Author's Note: This paper was originally written and presented in 1999 as both a critical reflection on Public Administration's ongoing "identity crisis" and a rather (often too harsh) assessment of several recently published works that seemed exemplary of the problem being highlighted. Although some aspects of the argument made in the paper did find an outlet (see Dubnick, 2000), its length and contentious tone meant it was unlikely to find a mainstream outlet for publication. Nevertheless, it did circulate among colleagues and generated some collegial and published reaction (see Bogason et al., 2000). Eventually relegated to a location at the …
Curriculum Vitae, Judah J. Viola
Getting Started In Evaluation Consulting: Questions To Ask And Answer Along The Way, Judah J. Viola,
Getting Started In Evaluation Consulting: Questions To Ask And Answer Along The Way, Judah J. Viola,
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This PowerPoint presentation includes a four phase approach to considering the main questions you'll need to ask and answer before taking the leap needed to begin working as an independent evaluation consultant.
How To Help Your Community Recover From Disaster: A Manual For Planning And Action, Judah J. Viola,, Society For Community Research & Action Task Force For Disaster, Community Readiness, And Recovery
How To Help Your Community Recover From Disaster: A Manual For Planning And Action, Judah J. Viola,, Society For Community Research & Action Task Force For Disaster, Community Readiness, And Recovery
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No abstract provided.
Diversity In American Subnational Transportation Agencies: Challenges And Opportunities, Peter J. Haas
Diversity In American Subnational Transportation Agencies: Challenges And Opportunities, Peter J. Haas
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No abstract provided.
The Market For Change: Community Economic Development On A Wider Stage, Peter R. Pitegoff
The Market For Change: Community Economic Development On A Wider Stage, Peter R. Pitegoff
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Community economic development (CED) is distinguished by a specific agenda for broader development and accountability - for building local resources, economic capacity and political clout in lower- and moderate-income communities. Organizing and development of low-income communities must take account of microenterprise as the locus of substantial economic activity.
Book Review. Nonprofits In Urban America (Richard C. Hula, Cynthia Jackson-Elmoore, Eds.), Peter J. Haas
Book Review. Nonprofits In Urban America (Richard C. Hula, Cynthia Jackson-Elmoore, Eds.), Peter J. Haas
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A Comparison Of The Training Priorities Of Clerical Employees And Their Supervisors, Peter J. Haas
A Comparison Of The Training Priorities Of Clerical Employees And Their Supervisors, Peter J. Haas
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Determines whether and in which ways the priorities of local government employees differ from those of their supervisors using data from employees in the Santa Clara County, California. Respondent profiles; Priorities of employees and supervisors among specific training topics for employees.