Author: Howard Gillette, Jr.
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812205294
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
As the only American city under direct congressional control, Washington has served historically as a testing ground for federal policy initiatives and social experiments—with decidedly mixed results. Well-intentioned efforts to introduce measures of social justice for the district's largely black population have failed. Yet federal plans and federal money have successfully created a large federal presence—a triumph, argues Howard Gillette, of beauty over justice. In a new afterword, Gillette addresses the recent revitalization and the aftereffects of an urban sports arena.
Between Justice and Beauty
Author: Howard Gillette, Jr.
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812205294
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
As the only American city under direct congressional control, Washington has served historically as a testing ground for federal policy initiatives and social experiments—with decidedly mixed results. Well-intentioned efforts to introduce measures of social justice for the district's largely black population have failed. Yet federal plans and federal money have successfully created a large federal presence—a triumph, argues Howard Gillette, of beauty over justice. In a new afterword, Gillette addresses the recent revitalization and the aftereffects of an urban sports arena.
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812205294
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
As the only American city under direct congressional control, Washington has served historically as a testing ground for federal policy initiatives and social experiments—with decidedly mixed results. Well-intentioned efforts to introduce measures of social justice for the district's largely black population have failed. Yet federal plans and federal money have successfully created a large federal presence—a triumph, argues Howard Gillette, of beauty over justice. In a new afterword, Gillette addresses the recent revitalization and the aftereffects of an urban sports arena.
The Law of Evidence in the District of Columbia
Author: Steffen W. Graae
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781663305510
Category : Evidence (Law)
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781663305510
Category : Evidence (Law)
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Congressional Record
Author: United States. Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1452
Book Description
The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1452
Book Description
The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)
Democratic Destiny and the District of Columbia
Author: Ronald W. Walters
Publisher: Lexington Books
ISBN: 0739144359
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
This book contributes substantially to urban affairs and public policy literature by presenting an introduction to the complex politics and public policy issues of Washington, D.C. The uniqueness of the city, as elaborated in this volume, provides background for understanding the non-traditional congressional relationship with the city and the way in which this establishes and perpetuates the continuing fight for congressional representation, real home rule and equitable federal benefits for citizens of the District of Columbia. Usually becoming a mayor, member of a city council, or agency head in a major city could become a stepping stone to higher office. In Washington, D.C. however, this has not been the case. Contests for political leadership operate in a unique political climate because Washington, D.C is the capital of the U.S., subject to congressional oversight, has a majority African American population, and has a majority Democratic population. Those who become mayor are therefore, confined to play a local with rare opportunities for a national role. One Objective of this volume is to highlight the difficulties of experiencing political democracy and adequate policy distribution by citizens of the District of Columbia. These analyses conclude that one of the major obstacles to these objectives is the manner in which home rule was constructed and persists, leading to the conclusion that the desire of citizens and their leaders for change is well founded.
Publisher: Lexington Books
ISBN: 0739144359
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
This book contributes substantially to urban affairs and public policy literature by presenting an introduction to the complex politics and public policy issues of Washington, D.C. The uniqueness of the city, as elaborated in this volume, provides background for understanding the non-traditional congressional relationship with the city and the way in which this establishes and perpetuates the continuing fight for congressional representation, real home rule and equitable federal benefits for citizens of the District of Columbia. Usually becoming a mayor, member of a city council, or agency head in a major city could become a stepping stone to higher office. In Washington, D.C. however, this has not been the case. Contests for political leadership operate in a unique political climate because Washington, D.C is the capital of the U.S., subject to congressional oversight, has a majority African American population, and has a majority Democratic population. Those who become mayor are therefore, confined to play a local with rare opportunities for a national role. One Objective of this volume is to highlight the difficulties of experiencing political democracy and adequate policy distribution by citizens of the District of Columbia. These analyses conclude that one of the major obstacles to these objectives is the manner in which home rule was constructed and persists, leading to the conclusion that the desire of citizens and their leaders for change is well founded.
Home Rule Act Amendments
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on the District of Columbia. Subcommittee on Government Affairs and Budget
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Home rule
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Home rule
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital, Federal Elements
Author: United States. National Capital Planning Commission
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : City planning
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : City planning
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Home Rule Amendments and Transfer of Various Agencies to the D.C. Government
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on the District of Columbia
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Home rule
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Home rule
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Building Height Limits in the District of Columbia
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on the District of Columbia
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 624
Book Description
Distributed to some depository libraries in microfiche.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 624
Book Description
Distributed to some depository libraries in microfiche.
Report of the District of Columbia Court System Study Committee of the District of Columbia Bar
Author: District of Columbia Bar. District of Columbia Court System Study Committee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courts
Languages : en
Pages : 1104
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courts
Languages : en
Pages : 1104
Book Description
Records, Computers, and the Rights of Citizens
Author: United States. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Secretary's Advisory Committee on Automated Personal Data Systems
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business records
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business records
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description