PADM 520 Public Administration & Society

Current Event Analysis #1

As you are all aware, campaign finance issues and concerns are being revisited in light of the current election season.   Present any current debate or legislation that is believed to be the foundation of this action.  Provide content on the provisions as well as all relevant information and references to present the full position of the legislation. Explain in detail the myriad of public policy implications regarding this debate.  Please review relevant articles, news reports, or texts (for background information) that will assist in building the content around this discussion.  You will submit a  1 1/2 page paper (not counting references) analysis that is expected to incorporate public policy concepts from the “Policy Paradox” text along with a demonstration as to how they relate to this particular event. Please remember to identify the political vs. policy dimensions of raising the legislation and provide an assessment regarding possible outcomes.