Appraisal Of Census Programs: Report Of The Intensive Review Committee To The Secretary Of Commerce - Softcover

Ralph J. Watkins

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371869285 ISBN 13: 9780371869284

Publisher: HardPress, 2021

Synopsis

Appraisal Of Census Programs: Report Of The Intensive Review Committee To The Secretary Of Commerce by Ralph J. Watkins. This report, produced by the Intensive Review Committee on the Bureau of the Census for the Secretary of Commerce, presents a comprehensive evaluation of the Bureau of the Census' programs, with an emphasis on governance, efficiency, and the use of statistical data. It traces the Committee’s rapid and intensive review in 1953–1954, notes widespread reliance on census benchmarks as foundations for national economic indicators and public policy, and details broad recommendations across major census areas including Population, Agriculture, Housing and Construction, Manufactures, Mineral Industries, Business, Transportation, Foreign Trade, Governments, and Religious Bodies. The document argues for better management, modernized data collection methods, and more timely publication. It also advocates the increased use of administrative records (income tax and Social Security data) to reduce reporting burden, while stressing the need to maintain confidentiality. The Forward Look emphasizes preserving a robust, regular census program to support a dynamic economy and informed decision-making.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371869285
• ISBN 13: 9780371869284
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144