Administrative Law In The Political System: Fourth Edition - Softcover

Warren, Kenneth F

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0813341167 ISBN 13: 9780813341163

Publisher: Westview Press, 2004

Synopsis

Written as the core text for the administrative law course in MPA programs, this comprehensive book uniquely places administrative law within the context of the political system. The focus is on how our public administrators shape and administer public policies while having to uphold procedural due process standards. The case approach is played down for a more direct, descriptive systems approach which stresses that administrative law can only be fully appreciated in the context of the pressures stemming from the larger political system. Administrative Law in the Political System 4th Ed, offers a descriptive, analytical approach making the subject more accessible for readers, as well as providing comprehensive coverage of administrative law, its principles, doctrines, and cases in a non-technical language. The author employs systems theory to convey that administrators must respond to not only legal demands, but also to socio-economic and political systemic demands. The book also covers both historical and the latest case law, as well as the most recent scholarly articles and political happenings in order to place administrative law in the most current context. Lastly, Warren examines the impact that neo-conservative politics, the judicially sanctioned federalist revival, and the post-"9/11" mindset have had on the development of administrative law.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This streamlined, abridged edition focuses on the nuts and bolts of administrative law within the context of the political system.

From the Inside Flap:

Emphasizing that administrative law must be understood within the context of the political system, this core text combines a descriptive systems approach with a social science focus. Author Kenneth F. Warren explains the role of administrative law in shaping, guiding, and restricting the actions of administrative agencies. Providing comprehensive coverage, he examines the field not only from state and federal angles, but also from the varying perspectives of legislators, administrators, and the public. Substantially revised, the fifth edition features approximately 100 new and current cases that place administrative law in the context of the Obama administration. In addition, each chapter concludes with an edited exemplary case that highlights major themes and helps students understand important points made in the chapter. Using straightforward prose and avoiding unnecessary legal jargon, Warren provides students with an informed and accessible overview of difficult subject matter.

About this edition

• Publisher: Westview Press
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0813341167
• ISBN 13: 9780813341163
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 684