Policy analysis|My homework helper

 Read a policy brief/report from either the Brookings Institute or the Hoover Institution and address the following questions:

1. How does the brief/report compare with the description of policy analysis in your required readings?
2. Do you think the analysis comes more from a rational perspective or a political perspective?  Why?
3. Do you support changes being made to your selected policy?  Why or why not?

SOLUTION

In general, policy analysis involves the systematic study of public policy issues to identify problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend actions that are consistent with societal goals and values. This process requires the collection and analysis of data, the consideration of competing perspectives, and the use of analytical tools and techniques to assess the costs, benefits, and feasibility of policy options.