Reagan's Federalism: His Efforts to Decentralize Government (Hardback)

Richard S. Williamson (author)

£71.00

Hardback 250 Pages
Published: 20/06/1990

Synopsis

Written by the man the New York Times once called "the chief theoretician and energizing force" of Reagan's new federalism, this book reveals the inside story of how President Reagan sought to take power and authority from the federal government and the Washington establishment and return it to state and local governments. Williamson skillfully combines the first comprehensive review of Reagan's federalism with an insider's account of the triumphs and disappointments in achieving these goals. Contents: Introduction; Federalism: A New Beginning; Ronald Reagan in California; Reagan's Six Year Quest for the Presidency; Decentralizing Through Block Grants; Regulatory Relief; State of the Union Initiative; The Federal Budget and The New Federalism; Conclusion. Co-published with the Center for the Study of Federalism.

Publisher: University Press of America
ISBN: 9780819175342
Number of pages: 250
Weight: 531 g
Dimensions: 235 x 161 x 21 mm

MEDIA REVIEWS

Williamson's book is an essential first-person document in the history of American federalism. Williamson provides rich insights into a major presidential effort to alter the course of federalism. -- John Kincaid, Executive Director, U.S. Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations * Publius: The Journal of Federalism *
The book is interesting reading and has anecdotes that would not be included in most academic works. It is recommended for those interested in federalism and the Reagan presidency.... * Publius: The Journal of Federalism *
The book is interesting reading and has anecdotes that would not be included in most academic works. It is recommended for those interested in federalism and the Reagan presidency.... * Publius: The Journal of Federalism *
Williamson's book is an essential first-person document in the history of American federalism. Williamson provides rich insights into a major presidential effort to alter the course of federalism. -- John Kincaid, Executive Director, U.S. Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations * Publius: The Journal of Federalism *