Political Economy And Policy Analysis

Author : Antonio Merlo
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780429954498

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Political Economy and Policy Analysis by Antonio Merlo Pdf

Most of economics takes politics for granted. Through some (often implausible) assumptions, it seeks to explain away political structures by characterizing them as stable and predictable or as inconsequential in understanding what goes on in an economy. Such attempts are misguided, and this book shows how governments and political institutions are composed of people who respond to incentives and whose behavior and choices can be studied through the lens of economics. This book aims to bridge the gap between economics and politics, and in doing so hopes to instill in the reader a deeper appreciation for social scientific thinking. Opening with a refresher on microeconomics and an introduction to the toolkit of political economy, it ensures that the necessary building blocks are in place before building up from the level of the individual and the firm to show how a political–economic equilibrium can be achieved. The text explores how to separate primitives—the external parts of a model that we cannot affect—from outcomes—the internal parts of a model that we can. Moreover, it demonstrates that economic and political issues alike can be studied within the same general framework of analysis. Political Economy and Policy Analysis offers readers the chance to gain a more sophisticated understanding of political processes, economic processes, and the interplay among them. Adopting an applied microeconomics approach, it will be ideal for upper-level undergraduate or postgraduate courses on political economy, public choice, or policy analysis. A complementary workbook with exercises and solutions that accompanies Political Economy and Policy Analysis is available for download under the eResources tab at: https://www.routledge.com/Political-Economy-and-Policy-Analysis/Merlo/p/book/9781138591783.

Author : Kenneth N. Bickers,John Taylor Williams
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Estados Unidos - Política económica
ISBN : 0395852633

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Public Policy Analysis by Kenneth N. Bickers,John Taylor Williams Pdf

This text gives students a framework for analyzing public policy choices. The unique "political economy" approach focuses on the institutions and market processes that contribute to the solving of public problems.

Author : Laurent Dobuzinskis,David H. Laycock,Michael Howlett
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 625 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780802037879

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Policy Analysis in Canada by Laurent Dobuzinskis,David H. Laycock,Michael Howlett Pdf

This volume offers a comprehensive overview of the many ways in which the policy analysis movement has been conducted, and to what effect, in Canadian governments and, for the first time, in business associations, labour unions, universities, and other non-governmental organizations.

Author : Ethan Bueno de Mesquita
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780691168746

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Political Economy for Public Policy by Ethan Bueno de Mesquita Pdf

The ideal introductory textbook to the politics of the policymaking process This textbook uses modern political economy to introduce students of political science, government, economics, and public policy to the politics of the policymaking process. The book's distinct political economy approach has two virtues. By developing general principles for thinking about policymaking, it can be applied across a range of issue areas. It also unifies the policy curriculum, offering coherence to standard methods for teaching economics and statistics, and drawing connections between fields. The book begins by exploring the normative foundations of policymaking—political theory, social choice theory, and the Paretian and utilitarian underpinnings of policy analysis. It then introduces game theoretic models of social dilemmas—externalities, coordination problems, and commitment problems—that create opportunities for policy to improve social welfare. Finally, it shows how the political process creates technological and incentive constraints on government that shape policy outcomes. Throughout, concepts and models are illustrated and reinforced with discussions of empirical evidence and case studies. This textbook is essential for all students of public policy and for anyone interested in the most current methods influencing policymaking today. Comprehensive approach to politics and policy suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students Models unify policy curriculum through methodological coherence Exercises at the end of every chapter Self-contained appendices cover necessary game theory Extensive discussion of cases and applications

Author : Barry R. Weingast,Donald Wittman
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1112 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2008-06-19
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780199548477

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The Oxford Handbook of Political Economy by Barry R. Weingast,Donald Wittman Pdf

Over its lifetime, 'political economy' has had different meanings. This handbook views political economy as a synthesis of the various strands of social science, treating it as the methodology of economics applied to the analysis of political behaviour and institutions.

Author : Robert Eyestone
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1972-01-01
Category : United States
ISBN : 0841030529

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Political Economy: Politics and Policy Analysis by Robert Eyestone Pdf

Author : G. Cornelis van Kooten
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : 9781487524098

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Applied Welfare Economics, Trade, and Agricultural Policy Analysis by G. Cornelis van Kooten Pdf

This textbook integrates three related fields in economics, namely agricultural/forestry economics, environmental economics, and international trade, by foregrounding cost-benefit analysis as a significant policy tool. Exploring how welfare measures can be used in the analysis of agricultural, trade, and other economic policies, Applied Welfare Economics, Trade, and Agricultural Policy Analysis fills a gap in the literature on agricultural policy analysis by explaining the economic efficiency improvements and income transfers of various agricultural policy reforms in the United States, Canada, and the European Union. G. Cornelis van Kooten addresses methods of identifying and measuring economic surpluses (costs and benefits), the precautionary principle, identification of an appropriate discount rate, the importance of non-market values, and the role of agriculture in trade negotiations and climate change. Applied Welfare Economics, Trade, and Agricultural Policy Analysis draws on new research, brings attention to the existing literature, and includes review questions that challenge programming skills. The techniques developed in this text can be applied to the development and reform of agricultural policies in various regions in response to trade negotiations and many other situations involving government policy.

Author : William A. Niskanen
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Government spending policy
ISBN : UCSC:32106013751604

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Policy Analysis and Public Choice by William A. Niskanen Pdf

Papers written over the last 30 years include Niskanen's major essays on proprietary studies as well as many of his professional papers. The section on policy analysis discusses topics such as defense spending and resource allocation, trade policy, crime and drug policy, and welfare and the culture of poverty. The section on public choice and political economy covers the liberal economic order, bureaucracy, democratic government, and progressive taxation. The volume also includes an autobiographical summary as well as a number of commentaries. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Stanley L. Winer,Hirofumi Shibata
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 184376752X

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Political Economy and Public Finance by Stanley L. Winer,Hirofumi Shibata Pdf

There is a long-standing difference amongst public economists between those who think that collective choice must be formally acknowledged, and those who derive their policy recommendations from a social planning framework in which politics plays no role. The purpose of this book is to contribute to a meaningful dialogue between these two groups, in the belief that the future of both political economy and of normative public finance lies somewhere between the two approaches. Some of the specific questions addressed in the book include: does public finance need political economy? Should collective choice play a role in the standard of reference used in normative public finance? What is a 'failure' in a non-market or policy process? And what have we learned about the theory and practice of public finance from three decades of empirical research on public choice? The book also provides a practitioner's view of the political economy of redistribution.

Author : Lee S. Friedman
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780520287396

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Does Policy Analysis Matter? by Lee S. Friedman Pdf

Just how well can democracy incorporate knowledge and expertise through public policy analysts? This book examines the evolution of policy analysis, its use in legislative and regulatory bodies, and its use within the federal executive branch to improve governmental services. As Friedman and his colleagues show, policy analysis is not a panacea, but it generates net social benefits. The essays consider whether policy analysis is only effective when it complements democratic decision-making and whether it improves policy outcomes by fostering better use of evidence in considering alternatives.

Author : Andrew Walter,Gautam Sen
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2008-12-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781400837809

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Analyzing the Global Political Economy by Andrew Walter,Gautam Sen Pdf

Ideally suited to upper-undergraduate and graduate students, Analyzing the Global Political Economy critically assesses the convergence between IPE, comparative political economy, and economics. Andrew Walter and Gautam Sen show that a careful engagement with economics is essential for understanding both contemporary IPE and for analyzing the global political economy. The authors also argue that the deployment of more advanced economic theories should not detract from the continuing importance for IPE of key concepts from political science and international relations. IPE students with little or no background in economics will therefore find this book useful, and economics students interested in political economy will be alerted to the comparative strengths of political science and other social science disciplines. A concise look at the foundations of analysis in the political economy of global trade, money, finance, and investment Suitable for upper-undergraduate and graduate students with some or no economic background Techniques and findings from a range of academic disciplines, including international relations, political science, economics, sociology, and history Further reading and useful weblinks including a range of relevant data sources, listed in each chapter

Author : George M. Guess,Thomas Husted
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Policy sciences
ISBN : 1315561581

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International Public Policy Analysis by George M. Guess,Thomas Husted Pdf

Development and application of international policy lessons -- Macroeconomic and fiscal policies -- Urban transport and public infrastructure -- Health care policies -- Financial sector policy -- Educational policy -- Energy and environmental policies -- Summary and conclusions

Author : Gordon C. Rausser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 519 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Economic policy
ISBN : 1139123009

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Political Power and Economic Policy by Gordon C. Rausser Pdf

"This book analyzes the links between political economics, governance structures and the distribution of political power in economic policy making. The book theoretically explains and empirically quantifies these interactions. The analysis includes both public good policies and redistributive policies. Part I of the book presents the conceptual foundations of political-economic bargaining and interest group analysis. After presenting the underlying theory, Part II of the book examines ideology, prescription and political power coefficients; Part III analyzes a number of specific structures; and Part IV presents a framework for political econometrics with a number of empirical applications and testable hypotheses. In all four parts of the book, four analytical dimensions of public policy are distinguished: governance structures, political economy, mechanism design and incidence"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Thomas Ferguson,Joel Rogers
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 505 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781315495798

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The Political Economy: Readings in the Politics and Economics of American Public Policy by Thomas Ferguson,Joel Rogers Pdf

The Political Economy is ideally suited as a supplementary text for courses in American government and politics, policy studies, business-government relations, and economic issues and policy making. It integrates selections from the very finest new and classical works of political and economic analysis, by distinguished scholars, into a comprehensive overview of the American political system.

Author : Gordon C. Rausser,Johan Swinnen,Pinhas Zusman
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781139499842

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Political Power and Economic Policy by Gordon C. Rausser,Johan Swinnen,Pinhas Zusman Pdf

This book analyzes the links between political economics, governance structures and the distribution of political power in economic policy making. The book theoretically explains and empirically quantifies these interactions. The analysis includes both public good policies and redistributive policies. Part I of the book presents the conceptual foundations of political-economic bargaining and interest group analysis. After presenting the underlying theory, Part II of the book examines ideology, prescription and political power coefficients; Part III analyzes a number of specific structures; and Part IV presents a framework for political econometrics with a number of empirical applications and testable hypotheses. In all four parts of the book, four analytical dimensions of public policy are distinguished: governance structures, political economy, mechanism design and incidence.