Public Policy: A science and/or a Field?

Omid Rouhani

MPRA Paper from University Library of Munich, Germany

Abstract: “The Public Policy Theory Primer” book, by Ken Smith and Chris Larimer, investigates public policy theories and examines a key question: Does this scientific field really exists? The book's answer is yes, but in a plural format. The book’s conclusion is that public policy is more art/craft rather than science, at least not yet. Overall, the book is informative, especially for a person with limited knowledge regarding fundamental public policy theories.

Keywords: Public Policy; Political Science; Policy Analysis; Policy Process (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: H0 H1 H3 H30 H75 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023-07-27
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