Discuss some ways the public can be involved in any stage of the policy-making process, including new and emerging ways. How might your input improve the process?
What will be an ideal response?
Students should discuss their role as citizens in the context of a democratic society that values input from numerous sources. Involvement can occur in a number of ways, including joining interest groups, attending public hearings, writing to legislators, and so on. The information needed will likely vary by policy issue but can focus on the criteria discussed in the book (e.g., cost data, likelihood of effectiveness, etc.). Input could improve the process by providing different types of ideas on how the policies will affect most people.
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