Civil Servants and Policymakers: Neutral or Responsive Competence? |
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| Authors: | JOEL D. ABERBACH BERT A. ROCKMAN |
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| Affiliation: | UCLA;University of Pittsburgh and The Brookings Institution |
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| Abstract: | Competence is a frequently used but complex concept. This article explores various recent uses of the concept, with particular attention to political conditions favoring an emphasis on neutrality or responsiveness. We close with a brief comparative analysis of the quest for responsiveness in administration. |
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