Politics
For each of the following terms, a) define their relevance to politics and local government and b) explain their strengths and weaknesses in so far as the study of the politics of local government and public policy is concerned. Provide examples from the text, course readings, literature and media to support your answers. Answers should be no longer than 300 words. Use appropriate citations where necessary. (5 marks each)
a. New Public Management
b. Downloading
c. Disentanglement
d. Transfer Payments
e. Real Property Tax
f. Development Charges
g. Budget Process
h. Regime Theory
2. Engage each of the following statements in the form of an essay. Use proper essay format – statement, logical paragraph structure, clear sentence design, proper grammar and spelling. Each essay should be no longer than 1,500 words. Use appropriate citations from the course readings and your own research (peer reviewed literature, case studies from the media, government reports) where necessary. Don’t forget to create a bibliography for your work at the end of the submission (30 marks each)
a. Local Government policy and program designs are influenced equally by state as well as non-state actors. Defend or Refute
b. Canada’s national political agenda will be dominated by the politics of local government and municipal policy challenges over the next decade. Defend or Refute
