Lessons of Disaster: Policy Change after Catastrophic Events

by Thomas A. Birkland

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Even before the wreckage of a disaster is cleared, one question is foremost in the minds of the public: "What can be done to prevent this from happening again?" Today, news media and policymakers often invoke the "lessons of September 11" and the "lessons of Hurricane Katrina." Certainly, these unexpected events heightened awareness about problems that might have contributed to or worsened the disasters, particularly about gaps in preparation...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:158901121X

ISBN13:9781589011212

Release Date:November 2006

Publisher:Georgetown University Press

Length:240 Pages

Weight:0.78 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Communication Policy Disaster Relief Education & Reference Government Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Public Policy Reference Social Science Social Sciences

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