The New Institutions of Federalism The Politics of Intergovernmental Relations - 1960-1985 |
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| Author:
| Hall, William K. |
| Series title: | Recent American History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8204-0782-1 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 1989 |
| Publisher: | Peter Lang Publishing, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $35.95 |
Book Description:
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The intergovernmental relations system in the United States underwent many important changes during the period 1960-1985. In addition to an historical review of federalism in America, this treatment focuses on the quarter-century in which «co-optive» federalism was succeeded by Reagan's «New Federalism.» There is special emphasis on the numerous interstate organizations which were born or came to maturity during this period. Special attention is paid to the changed role of state...
More DescriptionThe intergovernmental relations system in the United States underwent many important changes during the period 1960-1985. In addition to an historical review of federalism in America, this treatment focuses on the quarter-century in which «co-optive» federalism was succeeded by Reagan's «New Federalism.» There is special emphasis on the numerous interstate organizations which were born or came to maturity during this period. Special attention is paid to the changed role of state governors and to the rise of governors' organizations during this period.