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Presidents, Pandemics, and Politics (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016) Loot Price: R1,711
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Presidents, Pandemics, and Politics (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016): Max J. Skidmore

Presidents, Pandemics, and Politics (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016)

Max J. Skidmore

Series: The Evolving American Presidency

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This book is an examination of the manner in which American presidents respond to pandemics and other public health crises. Skidmore argues that presidential performance in dealing with emergencies and pandemics varies, but those who are informed, focused, and confident that government can work are most likely to be successful. As an example, Gerald Ford's "Swine Flu program" is widely derided as incompetent and politically motivated. Closer examination, however, suggests the contrary, demonstrating the potential of government to act quickly and effectively against public health emergencies, even when facing formidable obstacles. The American government has a mixed record ranging from excellent to unacceptable, even counterproductive, in dealing with emergency threats to life and health. Despite ideological arguments to the contrary, however, governments are important to effective responses, and in the American setting, presidential action is essential.

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Imprint: Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Series: The Evolving American Presidency
Release date: June 2018
First published: 2016
Authors: Max J. Skidmore
Dimensions: 210 x 148 x 6mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 97
Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016
ISBN-13: 978-1-349-95698-2
Categories: Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political science & theory
Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Constitution, government & the state
Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Democracy
Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Central government > Central government policies
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LSN: 1-349-95698-8
Barcode: 9781349956982

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