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Presidential Accountability: New and Recurring Problems

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Orman, John M., PUBLISHER: Greenwood Press, This book assesses the state of presidential accountability in the post-Reagan era. It looks at five major areas of concern for students of the presidency. These problem areas concern (1.) presidents, national security, and civil liberties; (2.) controlling the intelligence community; (3.) the politized nature of the Justice Department; (4.) celebrity politics and symbolic manipulation; and (5.) the popularity of the Reagan administration and its implications for accountability. The research concludes that in the post- modern presidency, we have lost the desire and power to keep presidents accountable for their actions. After discussing the problem of presidential accountability in the opening chapter, the book turns to the checkered pasts of American presidents with respect to protecting civil liberties. It then examines the problems of presidential accountability that are posed by the intelligence community. Next, it looks at the exercises of the president's discretionary power in the criminal justice policy arena. The newer phenomenon of "Celebrity Politics" is explored next in terms of the consequences it has on citizens who want to keep the American president in check. Following this, the lessons of the popular Reagan presidency on presidential accountability are outlined. Finally, it concludes by lamenting the loss of presidential accountability in the American political system. This book should appeal to presidential researchers and anyone interested in the American presidency.

Governance VI: New Insights on Governance: Theory and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Thompson, Kenneth / Thompson, Kenneth, PUBLISHER: University Press of America, This is a volume on governance, the sixth in a series that the Miller Center hopes will reawaken interest in the interconnectedness of the major institutions and functions of the American presidency. In this volume the field of study concerning governance is defined and its problems and issues are illustrated through case studies. Co-published with the Miller Center for Public Affairs. Contents: Presidential Character; Governance; Governance A Case Study: The LBJ Presidency; Governance: Is Divided Government Ending?; Gridlock and Contemporary Executive-Legislative Relations; Governance: Presidential Staffing; The Explosion of Debt in the United States During the s; Problems with the Federal Budget; The Presidency and the Regulatory Process: Energy; Parliamentary Critiques of the Separation of Powers. Contributors: Hugh Sidey, Donald Kettl, Louis Heren, Roger Davidson, Frederick M. Kaiser, Edwin Colin Campbell, James J. O'Leary, Eric Pianin, Matthew Holden, Thomas O. Sargentich. Copublished with the Miller Center for Public Policy Affairs.

Presidential Leadership: From Eisenhower to Clinton

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Blakesley, Lance, PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, This text is the definitive examination of the presidential leadership styles of Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush, and Clinton. After examining the social and leadership styles of these presidents, Blakesley looks at the three elements of presidential strategic leadership versatility: social style self-awareness and self-monitoring; development and use of eclectic teams of subleaders; and the practice of leadership style modification (or situationsl leadership). Blakesley rates the effectiveness of each president as a strategically versatile leader.

Children and Teens Afraid to Eat: Helping Youth in Todays

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Berg, Frances M., PUBLISHER: Healthy Weight Publishing Network, Documenting the overwhelming physical and mental effects of the pressure to be thin, this book examines the way weight obsession destroys America's youth. It describes four major weight and eating problems--eating disorders, dysfunctional eating, size prejudice, and overweight--and shows healthy ways to change. A valuable resource for parents, teachers, and health professionals, it explains new ways to nurture children and prevent weight problems.

Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sorrentino, Sheila, PUBLISHER: C.V. Mosby, This reader-friendly approach to total patient care thoroughly explains the general roles and responsibilities of the nursing assistant. It fulfills federal training requirements, and incorporates OBRA guidelines throughout. 4th Edition includes a multitude of new procedures, plus new chapters on Comfort, Rest and Sleep; Personal Care and Grooming; and Persons with Hearing and Vision Problems.

Advances in Computer Architecture

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Myers, Glenford J., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, A completely updated edition of this overview of modern computer architecture. Examines alternatives to classical low-level von Neumann computer architecture, discussing the problems of classical architecture and new solutions to these problems. Illustrates new concepts through in-depth case studies of the Intel APX 432, IBM's SWARD, and other machines. State-of-the-art concepts covered include tagged storage, capability-based addressing, process management, protection domains, and error detection.

Division

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cato, Sheila / Sweeten, Sami, PUBLISHER: Carolrhoda Books, A Question of Math uses a recurring cast of young, multiethnic characters along with a mathematical creature called Digit to introduce young readers to fundamental math concepts -- including subtraction, division, multiplication, addition, counting, and measuring -- that they can find at school, play, and home. With a clear, straightforward question-and-answer text, lively illustrations, and simple problems (with answers) for readers to try, the A Question of Math books provide an accessible and entertaining introduction to math.

Addictive Behaviors Across the Life Span

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Baer / Baer, John S. / Marlatt, G. Alan, PUBLISHER: Sage Publications (CA), This volume argues that addictive problems among different age groups require different interventions and theoretical conceptualizations. Contributors focus on etiology and course, prevention and early intervention, integrated treatment and policy issues. Topics explored include treating substance abuse problems in offenders, early detection of alcohol and drug problems, the codependency movement, recovery patterns and issues related specifically to women.

The Oz Principle: Getting Results Through Individual and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Connors, Roger / Smith, Tom / Hickman, Craig, PUBLISHER: Portfolio, The definitive book on workplace accountability by the "New York Times" bestselling authors of "How Did That Happen?" Since it was originally published in , "The Oz Principle" has sold nearly copies and become the worldwide bible on accountability. Through its practical and invaluable advice, thousands of companies have learned just how vital personal and organizational accountability is for a company to achieve and maintain its best results. At the core of the authors' message is the idea that when people take personal ownership of their organization's goals and accept responsibility for their own performance, they become more invested and work at a higher level to ensure not only their own success, but everyone's. Now more than ever, "The Oz Principle" is vital to anyone charged with obtaining results. It is a must have, must read, and must apply classic business book.

Russian Politics: The Post-Soviet Phase

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barry, Donald D., PUBLISHER: Lang, Peter, Publishing Inc., This book analyzes the evolution and operation of political institutions in Russia from its emergence from the shadow of the disintegrating Union of Soviet Socialist Republic through its first decade as an independent state. Emphasizing structures and problems, the main topics treated are constitutional development, presidential-parliamentary relations, electoral politics, the party system, and the search for a workable federalism, including descriptions of principal people and events.

The Executive and Public Law Power and Accountability in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Paul P Craig, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, NA Acquista Ora

Understanding Boat Corrosion, Lightning Protection and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Payne, John C., PUBLISHER: Sheridan House, Covers problems with metal corrosion on the hull and fastenings, lightning hazards and protection and electrical problems on a boat. It is part of series of books about technical issues facing every boat owner and is fully illustrated with photos and technical drawings.

Solving Least Square Problems

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lawson, Charles L. / Hanson, Richard J., PUBLISHER: Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematic, An accessible text for the study of numerical methods for solving least squares problems. Numerical analysts, statisticians, and engineers have developed techniques and nomenclature for the least squares problems of their own discipline. This well-organized presentation of the basic material needed for the solution of least squares problems helps to unify this divergence of methods. Mathematicians, practicing engineers, and scientists will welcome its return to print.

Short Course in Cloud Physics

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rogers, R. R. / Yau, M. K., PUBLISHER: Butterworth-Heinemann, Covers essential parts of cloud and precipitation physics and has been extensively rewritten with over 60 new illustrations and many new and up to date references. Many current topics are covered such as mesoscale meteorology, radar cloud studies and numerical cloud modelling, and topics from the second edition, such as severe storms, precipitation processes and large scale aspects of cloud physics, have been revised. Problems are included as examples and to supplement the text.

The Prune Book: How to Succeed in Washington's Top Jobs

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Trattner, John H., PUBLISHER: Brookings Institution Press, Written primarily for incoming presidential appointees and those in the White House, Senate, and media who must identify, appoint, confirm, and report on them, Prune Books address the appointment and transition processes in their various dimensions. The edition explores at length the evolving leadership challenge for presidential appointees and, like its five predecessors, profiles 45 of the toughest leadership jobs in governmentresponsibilities, issues, and necessary professional credentials. The book is based on interviews with current and former appointees, other veterans of the executive branch and Congress, journalists, and political consultants.

Geometry

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Leff, Lawrence S., PUBLISHER: Barron's Educational Series, Starting in June , the New York State Board of Regents is reinstituting the high school geometry exam. This brand-new "Regents Exams and Answers: Geometry " joins Barronas famous series of Regents aRedbooks, a presenting an in-depth subject review, plus hundreds of practice problems with answers. Topics reviewed include the language of geometry; parallel lines and quadrilaterals and coordinates; similarity; right triangles and trigonometry; circles and angle measurement; transformation geometry; locus and coordinates; and an introduction to solid geometry. Also presented is a full-length practice geometry exam that accurately reflects New York State Regents standards in subject matter and degree of difficulty.

Error and Inference: Recent Exchanges on Experimental

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mayo, Deborah G. / Spanos, Aris, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Although both philosophers and scientists are interested in how to obtain reliable knowledge in the face of error, there is a gap between their perspectives that has been an obstacle to progress. By means of a series of exchanges between the editors and leaders from philosophy of science, statistics, and economics, this volume offers a cumulative introduction connecting problems of traditional philosophy of science to problems of inference in statistical and empirical modeling practice. Philosophers of science and scientific practitioners are challenged to reevaluate the assumptions of their own theories - philosophical or methodological. Practitioners may better appreciate the foundational issues around which their questions revolve and thereby become better "applied philosophers." Conversely, new avenues emerge for finally solving recalcitrant philosophical problems of induction, explanation, and theory testing.

Corporatism and Accountability: Organized Interests in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dore, Ronald / Crouch, Colin, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, During the s, organized interests increasingly became involved in lobbying and advising the British government, often even administering public services. Known as "corporatism," this phenomenon involved professional organizations, trade associations, charities, and single-interest pressure groups, and was frequently the object of public hostility. Although by the s, corporatism seemed to have been repudiated, evidence of corporatism continues. The book is the result of a study undertaken by the Social Science Research Council to investigate the accountability of the organizations and to determine if corporatism threatens parliamentary government.

Med Maths 4e Im

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: BUCHHOLZ, PUBLISHER: LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS, Now in its Fourth Edition, this renowned text continues to teach effective calculation methods to nurses. With a systematic, organized approach that progresses from simple to complex problems. Features include self-tests at the end of each new area, with answers provided, and proficiency tests are featured at the end of each chapter. The core of the book covers dosage calculation while ending chapters cover information basic to drug administration, such as legal and ethical considerations and pharmacokinetics. New features to this edition include full-color illustrations; an accompanying interactive CD-ROM with practice problems; enhanced content on the ratio-proportion method; and, critical thinking case studies.

Real Estate Transactions: Problems, Cases, and Materials

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Malloy, Robin Paul, PUBLISHER: Aspen Publishers, This user-friendly text continues to deliver what students need: - clear and concise explanations on each topic area with straightforward examples to illustrate the point - an integrated approach to explaining market and ethical constraints for the transactional real estate lawyer - excellent problems that appropriately increase in difficulty with each section - carefully chosen cases to illustrate key points of commercial and residential real estate and the way in which problems arise in practice - cases and materials to highlight ethical and professional responsibility issues, allowing students to see professional ethics in a real-world context Thoughtfully updated material throughout makes a great text even better in its Third Edition. Highlights include: - a revised and more concise section on advanced commercial real estate topics, including construction loan and permanent loan financing considerations. - improved integration of residential and commercial real estate concepts - a more streamlined, student-accessible text - new and updated cases and problems keep the material relevant and timely - a greatly improved and expanded Teacher's Manual designed to provide extensive guidance to professors who teach under strict time constraints. TM features detailed text and background information, sample syllabi, case briefs, suggested answers to problems, and additional problem sources.

Comparative Education: The Dialectic of the Global and the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Arnove, Robert F. / Torres, Carlos Alberto, PUBLISHER: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Comparative Education examines the common problems facing education systems around the world as the result of global economic, social, and cultural forces. Issues related to the governance, financing, provision, processes, and outcomes of education systems for differently situated social groups are described and analyzed in specific regional, national, and local contexts. New in this edition is a concluding chapter by Carlos Torres indicating the current challenges and new directions for scholarship and teaching in comparative education. Chapters discussing the United States', Latin American, Middle Eastern, Russian/East European, and African education have been updated to reflect the changes in these regions and new educational trends and politics. Visit our website for sample chapters

Mathematics: Problem Solving Activities, Grade

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Holmes, D. / Szetela, W. / Klassen, W., PUBLISHER: Dale Seymour Publications, Reproducible problems that provide systematic approaches to problem solving, listing, patterning, sorting and classifying, guessing and testing, visualization, and more. Problems are organized by the strategy most appropriately used to solve them, rather than by mathematical operations. Includes answers.

Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 3e

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Approximation, Randomization, and Combinatorial

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Serna, Maria / Shaltiel, Ronen / Jansen, Klaus, PUBLISHER: Springer, This book constitutes the joint refereed proceedings of the 13th International Workshop on Approximation Algorithms for Combinatorial Optimization Problems, APPROX , and the 14th International Workshop on Randomization and Computation, RANDOM , held in Barcelona, Spain, in September . The 28 revised full papers of the APPROX workshop and the 29 revised full papers of the RANDOM workshop included in this volume, were carefully reviewed and selected from 66 and 61 submissions, respectively. APPROX focuses on algorithmic and complexity issues surrounding the development of efficient approximate solutions to computationally difficult problems. RANDOM is concerned with applications of randomness to computational and combinatorial problems.

Convex Analysis and Global Optimization

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hoang, Tuy / Hoang Tuy, Tuy / Hoang Tuy, PUBLISHER: Springer, Due to the general complementary convex structure underlying most nonconvex optimization problems encountered in applications, convex analysis plays an essential role in the development of global optimization methods. This book develops a coherent and rigorous theory of deterministic global optimization from this point of view. Part I constitutes an introduction to convex analysis, with an emphasis on concepts, properties and results particularly needed for global optimization, including those pertaining to the complementary convex structure. Part II presents the foundation and application of global search principles such as partitioning and cutting, outer and inner approximation, and decomposition to general global optimization problems and to problems with a low-rank nonconvex structure as well as quadratic problems. Much new material is offered, aside from a rigorous mathematical development. Audience: The book is written as a text for graduate students in engineering, mathematics, operations research, computer science and other disciplines dealing with optimization theory. It is also addressed to all scientists in various fields who are interested in mathematical optimization.

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