This is a multipart assignment. these are 7 separate journal entries each 200 words long. No citations needed.
1) Think of two contrasting policy positions on gun control. Using the narrative titled “A Bias Toward Positive Results” on page 60 of the textbook, how do you think a social scientist assigned by politicians will provide research results based on their political values? Give examples.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
2)Discuss why you think most citizens do not take a high level of interest in politics or public policy development. What actions may raise their interest and concern to increase participation?
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
3)Based on your personal experiences, discuss an example of an implemented national policy. Explain how its national implementation affected its local policy implementation.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
4)Referencing the public policy process in a local, state, or national example, discuss whether interest groups should help bring attention to each stage of the process or wait until policy evaluation occurs?
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
5)From personal experiences, select a popular public policy topic in your local town or city. Discuss benefits and consequences that include budgetary issues.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
6)Discuss how interest rates or tax incentives have affected your local economy or have affected you personally. For example, high interest rates from a local bank for tuition may mean fewer students obtaining degrees; local businesses need qualified workers with the appropriate training. Businesses suffer because of this.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
7Discuss your views on the policymaking process. Are there too many stakeholders or not enough involvement in the policymaking process? Why, or why not?
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.