What Motivates Bureaucrats?

Discover the compelling insights in "What Motivates Bureaucrats?" by Marissa Martino Golden, published by Columbia University Press in 2000. This comprehensive exploration spans 320 pages and delves into the motivations of upper-level career civil servants within the Reagan administration. Focusing on key departments such as the Environmental Protection Agency, the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, the Food and Nutrition Service, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Golden analyzes the intricate dynamics that drive government executives. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in political history, the structure and processes of government, and the nuances of bureaucratic motivation. Engage with a critical examination of U.S. government operations and gain a deeper understanding of public administration during a pivotal era in American politics. Don't miss out on this enlightening contribution to the field of political science and theory.