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OverviewFederalism and Social Policy asks a crucial question: Is a strong and egalitarian welfare state compatible with federalism? This volume explores the complex relationship between decentralization and the welfare state to determine whether or not decentralization has negative consequences for welfare. The contributors examine a variety of federalist nations, including Spain, Canada, and the United Kingdom, interrogating key issues: (1) Are there regional welfare states (such as Scotland, Minnesota, etc.)? (2) How much variation is there in the structures of federal welfare states? (3) Is federalism bad for welfare? (4) Does austerity recentralize or decentralize welfare states? By focusing on money and policy instead of law and constitutional politics, this volume shows that federalism shapes regional governments and policies even when decentralization exists. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Scott L. Greer , Heather ElliottPublisher: The University of Michigan Press Imprint: The University of Michigan Press Weight: 0.600kg ISBN: 9780472131174ISBN 10: 0472131176 Pages: 338 Publication Date: 30 May 2019 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsThis book provides important insights into the perennial question of whether federalism is compatible with egalitarian social welfare policy. The contributors shed new light on the interactions among institutions, socioeconomic conditions, political coalitions, policy legacies, program designs, and financing arrangements that create more or less compatibility. --John Kincaid, Lafayette College This book provides important insights into the perennial question of whether federalism is compatible with egalitarian social welfare policy. The contributors shed new light on the interactions among institutions, socioeconomic conditions, political coalitions, policy legacies, program designs, and financing arrangements that create more or less compatibility. - John Kincaid, Lafayette College Author InformationScott L. Greer is Professor of Health Management and Policy, Global Public Health, and Political Science at the University of Michigan. Heather Elliott is a Doctoral Candidate and Research Associate in the Departments of Health Management and Policy and Political Science at the University of Michigan. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |