Humanities Homework Help. Strayer Univeristy Chapter 3 The Katrina Breakdown Discussion Questions
Question 1
Review “The Katrina Breakdown,” in Chapter 3 of Managing the Public Sector.
- Setting aside the philosophical and legal issues this case raises, identify and explain 2–3 management or efficiency arguments for and against a more centralized response to large national disasters like Hurricane Katrina. Provide suggestions both pro and con.
Question 2
Many states are facing budget constraints that are shining a light on public employees’ pay and benefits, which have led to debates about state employees’ collective bargaining rights. From a public administrator perspective, speculate to the short-term and long-term effects if limited collective bargaining is adopted. Hint: Look at all the stakeholders involved.
