Unveiling the Hidden Powerhouse: The U.S. Federal Bureaucracy Explained
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Dive into the intricate world of the U.S. federal bureaucracy in this informative video. We unravel the complex system of departments, agencies, and entities that form the backbone of the executive branch, handling a vast array of administrative tasks from national defense to social services. This exploration goes beyond the common perceptions of bureaucracy, highlighting its structured hierarchy, continuity, impersonality, and reliance on expertise. Delve into the historical transformation from the spoils system to a merit-based civil service, the expansion during key eras like the Progressive Era and World War II, and the role of various types of bureaucratic institutions including departments, independent agencies, regulatory bodies, and governmental corporations. Understand the critical functions they serve in implementing and enforcing laws, providing services, and advancing policy-making. Also, discover the checks and balances in place to regulate the power of the bureaucracy. This video is a comprehensive guide to understanding one of the most powerful yet least discussed elements of the American government system.