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Understanding Policy Makers and Institutions

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Understanding Policy Makers and Institutions

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What is the primary role of policy makers?

To make policies in organizations (correct)

To monitor public services

To influence public opinion

To distribute resources among citizens

Who are considered policy elite?

All policy makers in local businesses

Elected officials in rural areas

Community leaders in small towns

Specific group of high-ranking policy makers (correct)

What are institutions in the context of policy making?

Only formal government structures

Financial organizations monitoring government funding

Individual opinions of the public

Norms and rules, both formal and informal (correct)

Which statement reflects the essence of politics in decision-making?

<p>It answers the question of who gets what, when, and how</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does power represent in the context of policy making?

<p>The ability to influence others' actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Policy Makers

Individuals who create and implement strategies within organizations
Found in diverse settings including government, businesses, and healthcare facilities

Policy Elite

A select group of policy makers holding prominent positions within policy-making institutions

Policy Institutions

The established framework governing the operations of governments and the wider state
Includes formal structures, procedures, and informal norms of behavior

Power and Politics in Policy

Politics is the process of decision-making within groups
Power is the ability to influence decisions and the actions of others
Power influences who benefits from policy decisions and how those decisions are made
Harold Lasswell (1958) famously defined politics as "Who gets what, when, and how"

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This quiz explores the roles and influences of policy makers, elite groups, and institutions within governance. Learn about the dynamics of power and politics in shaping policy decisions. Delve into the framework that guides interactions in government, business, and healthcare settings.