Drawing on two decades of original research conducted by the authors, as well as existing research about the intersection of public policy, political discourse,
Studies issues related to public libraries and their governing bodies, professional associates, and the strategy of group politics. Includes a look at the relat
Public librarians do not usually see themselves as politicians. However, as decision-makers in an institutional setting, affected by a variety of pressures and
Foreword by Alan S. Inouye; Afterword by Nancy Kranich The first of its kind, this important new text provides a much-needed introduction to the myriad informat