Most studies of policy formulation focus on the nature and kind of advice provided to
decision-makers and think of this as originating from a system of interacting elements: a …

The concept of “policy advisory systems” was introduced by Halligan in 1995 as a way to
characterize and analyze the multiple sources of policy advice utilized by governments in …

This completely revised edition of Global Think Tanks: Policy Networks and Governance
provides a clear description of, and context for, the global proliferation of think tanks. It …

Think tanks have proliferated in most Western democracies over the past three decades and
are often considered to be increasingly important actors in public policy. Still, their precise …

In the 21st century, think tanks have become more than a buzzword in European public
discourse. They now play important roles in the policy-making process by providing applied …

The concept of “policy advisory systems” was introduced by Halligan in 1995 as a way to
characterize and analyze the multiple sources of policy advice utilized by governments in …

The public's approval of Congress is at an all time low. The parties seem to have taken the
legislative process hostage for their own electoral gain. Whereas traditional arguments …

More than ever before, analysts in government have access to policy‐relevant research and
advocacy, which they consume and apply in their role in the policy process. Academics have …

In considering issue expertise in policymaking, we unpack differences in the supply and
types of expertise with attention to the presumed privileged role of the bureaucracy. Our …

This study offers a comprehensive overview of the literature on policy advisory systems
(PAS), motivated by its significance, growing interest in the field among policy scholars, and …