Understanding Public Policy
Read the following journal articles to complete this week’s assignments:
Lavis, J.N., Posada, F.B., Haines, A. & Osei, E. (2004). Use of research to inform public policymaking. The Lancet, 364(9445), 1615-21. Retrieved from ProQuest database.
Witko, C. (2006). PACs, issue context, and congressional decision making. Political Research Quarterly, 59(2), 283-292, 294-295. Retrieved from ProQuest database.
In a three to four page APA paper, address the following: Assess the importance of policy analysis during the development and implementation stages of public policy. Discuss the social impact of policies. Discuss the limitations policies have on government power. Use at least one of the assigned articles to support your position and cite the reference appropriately.