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Unit 7: Federal Bureaucracy

Unit 7: Federal Bureaucracy. Chapter 10, Section 2-3 Chapter 8, Section 3-4 Condensed Version. Unit 6 Chapter 10, Sections 2-3. Civil Service System Bureaucracy at Work Mr. Young. I CAN:. Explain the similarities and differences between the Civil Service System and the Spoils System

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Unit 7: Federal Bureaucracy

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  1. Unit 7: Federal Bureaucracy Chapter 10, Section 2-3 Chapter 8, Section 3-4 Condensed Version

  2. Unit 6Chapter 10, Sections 2-3 Civil Service System Bureaucracy at Work Mr. Young

  3. I CAN: Explain the similarities and differences between the Civil Service System and the Spoils System Determine how the Federal Bureaucracy influences policies Evaluate the 5 reasons why bureaucracy makes policies Determine the effectiveness of an Iron Triangle on making public policy

  4. Video • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi1iyROgOAY&feature=fvsr • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSWSKXCFLe4&feature=fvwrel • Dilbert: Management Book • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBCAlZPF0D0 • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHcxpbh2tdk

  5. Section 2: Essential Question • What are the similarities/differences between the Civil Service System and the Spoils System?

  6. Spoils System • Spoils System describes the practice of victorious politicians rewarding their followers with government jobs. • Spoils system did not work because most federal workers were not experts in their jobs. • Needed to rotate people in office, could cause tyranny if in office too long

  7. Andrew Jackson and the Spoils System • A New York senator called what Jackson was saying, “To the Victor goes the Spoils”

  8. Civil Service System • It took the tragedy of the assassination of President Garfield before real reform actually began to take place. • In 1883 Congress passed the Pendleton Act, setting up the Civil service system, which made government employee based on open, competitive examinations and merit. • Difficult to fire someone, easier to promote them to something different

  9. Similarities in the two • People are given special preference (veterans) (family and supporters) • Incompetent people in both scenarios • When it comes to hiring/firing people, go from one extreme to the next

  10. Hatch Act and Political Appointees • The Hatch Act limits federal government employees can become in elections. • Each year the House and Senate publish the Plum book, in which there are jobs the president may fill. • President has the opportunity to fill about 2,200 top-level jobs.

  11. Section 3: Essential Question • How do you think that the Iron Triangle affects the way Congress functions as a corporate body?

  12. Bureaucracy at Work • Public Policy- whatever action the government decides to take (or not to take) • In theory, bureaucrats only carry out policy decisions • In practice, bureaucrats help make policies

  13. 5 reasons why Bureaucracy makes Policies Growth of the nation International Crisis Economic Problems at home Citizen’s Demand Nature of Bureaucracy itself

  14. Influence on CongressInfluence on the Courts • Each cabinet department has Liaison officers who help promote good relationships with Congress. • A federal court may issue an injunction-an order that will stop a particular action or enforce a rule or regulation.

  15. Client Groups- are the individuals and groups who work with the agency and are most affected by its decisions When agencies, congressional committees, and client groups work together, such corporations are called Iron Triangles, because together the three have the necessary resources to satisfy each other’s needs. For Example: Department of Veteran Affairs (bureaucrats) Veteran’s affairs committee in Congress (legislators) Veteran’s groups such as American Legion (lobbyists/interest groups) Iron Triangle

  16. When these groups work together to make public policy. Iron Triangle Program administration

  17. Unit 6Chapter 8, Section 4 The Executive Office Mr. Young American Government

  18. I CAN: Explain some agencies within the Executive Office of the President Determine the usefulness of the Executive Office of the President and its role within the Federal Bureaucracy Analyze the Growth of the White House Office Staff

  19. Essential Question • In what ways are the members of the White House Office similar to and different from the president’s cabinet?

  20. West Wing Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7ch13ZuMu8 The Situation Room

  21. Executive Office of the President • EOP- created by FDR in 1939 • Individuals and agencies that directly assist the president • Provide specialized advice and information, help implement decisions and gain more control over executive branch

  22. Explanation of White House Staff “Obtaining quickly and without delay all pertinent information…so as to guide him in making responsible decisions, and then when decisions have been made, to assist him in seeing to it that every administrative department and agency affected is promptly informed.” The President’s Committee on Administrative Management, 1937

  23. EOP Today • Consists of White House Staff and several specialized agencies • Report directly to Pres. • 1,500 full-time employees, most work in the West Wing

  24. Three Reasons for Growth • Every Pres has reorganized it by adding new agencies or expanding existing ones to help with problems • Because some problems are complex, Pres has wanted expert advice • Huge federal programs require several departments and agencies to work together

  25. Executive Office Agencies

  26. Office of Management and Budget • Largest Agency in EOP • Prepares national budget that Pres proposes to Congress • Indicates what Pres will pay for and how much • Key way for Pres to influence govt direction and policies

  27. National Security Council • Created in 1947 • Help coordinate American military and foreign policy • Director of the NSC is the national security adviser • Since 2001, have seen National Homeland Security Council created

  28. Council of Economic Advisers • Created in 1946 to help formulate the nations economic policy • Assess nations economic health, predicts future economic conditions, and proposes solutions to specific problems

  29. Domestic Policy Council • Helps Pres plan and carry out long-range policies in domestic areas such as farming and energy

  30. National Economic Council • Carry out long-range economic policies

  31. Office of Environmental Policy • Advises President of environmental issues and works with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

  32. Office of Science and Technology Policy • Advises Pres on all scientific and technological matters that affect national policies

  33. Office of the United States Trade Representative • Helps negotiate trade agreements with other nations

  34. White House Office • Appoints White House staff without Senate consent • Top Assistants: Chief of Staff, Deputy chief of staff, White House Counsel, and Press Secretary • Gather information and provide key advice on issues

  35. West Wing Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjMNjGsU86Q&feature=relmfu The Marine Sentinels

  36. Essential Question • In what ways are the members of the White House Office similar to and different from the president’s cabinet?

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