Nixon's Super-Secretaries: the Last Grand Presidential Reorganization Effort |
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| Author:
| Lee, Mordecai |
| Series title: | Joseph V. Hughes Jr. and Holly O. Hughes Series on the Presidency and Leadership Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-60344-738-6 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2012 |
| Publisher: | Texas A&M University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $29.95 |
Book Description:
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Examines Richard Nixon's reorganization of the domestic portion of the executive branch of US government, finding it notable for two reasons. First, it was sweeping in intent and scope, and was instituted administratively by appointment of three 'super-secretaries' without congressional approval. This presents the most comprehensive historical narrative to date concerning this reorganization attempt, providing unprecedented detail on the inner workings, intentions, and ultimate demise...
More DescriptionExamines Richard Nixon's reorganization of the domestic portion of the executive branch of US government, finding it notable for two reasons. First, it was sweeping in intent and scope, and was instituted administratively by appointment of three 'super-secretaries' without congressional approval. This presents the most comprehensive historical narrative to date concerning this reorganization attempt, providing unprecedented detail on the inner workings, intentions, and ultimate demise of Nixon's ambitious plan.