Influencers of Public Policy
agents of the people, empowered to make decisions on behalf of their communities and uphold accountability
elected officials
One can identify United States as a ________ society
capitalist
These orgs can distort the democratic process in ways that make policy outcomes favor the wealthy and special interests—not the general population.
Super PACS/ Rich Donors
micro, meso, ____ are versions of policies.
macro
This speaker emphasized the importance of chasing perfection in your work. Through researching well, writing correctly and most of all aim for "getting it right the first time"
Emil J. Ali
Organizations seek support from ___ in order voice their concerns/agendas to government leaders at mass.
Lobbyists
______ in access to healthcare, education, justice, and economic opportunity—despite broad public support for reforms is a ignorance based flaw in the system.
inequality
America is great because of this right that empowers any citizen to speak out and be uncensored
Free Speech (1st amendment)
It is imperative that the US maintain good ________ relations as we are a consumer based society and havent quite evolved to be independent yet.
foreign
This speaker can be considered as one of the "pioneers" when it comes to representation of the Indian sub-continent in American Politics.
Mayor Ali S. Taj
A powerful tool used to shape public opinion. Often times it can be misused for personal agendas.
media
one citizen can make a difference in policies by identifying the issue, organizing public, garnering movement and getting themselves heard through government. This movement is called
grassroots movement
The lack of involvement of general public in educating themselves about politics leads to weak choices in political _______
candidates
The word that encompasses the origin of the American political system
This speaker proposed a bill on having south asian languages made available on documents and signs, even translators at public facilities such as hospitals, courts, DMV.
Payal Sawhney MSW
Mostly through working "on the ground" these organizations can advocate for policy changes/ bills to align with the needs of the vulnerable.
Non-Profits (501 c3)
Multiple options: what is a flaw in healthcare system of US?
High cost, administrative waste, for profit, drug pricing, inequality, lack of education for prevention
As part of an elected leader is to create _________ for people to educate, work and retire
opportunities
An example of Big picture policy is utilizing EPA to reduce and regulate emissions from factories, industries & transportation. This policy falls under clean air act which is a _________policy
environmental
Coming from ABC unified school district, this speaker shared the importance pursuing your passions and excelling in that regard before you apply to law school
Amanda Manalo Public Defender
From influencing party platforms to congressional agendas, these orgs research, analysis and recommend policies based on data.
Think Tanks
______ in the tax system allows for offshore accounts and tax breaks let many billionaires and large corporations dramatically reduce their tax bills—sometimes to zero
Loopholes
Elected officials have been caught accepting ______ to enhance their liefstyles or political career. One big one was the Abscam where politicians were found to accept money from a fake arab company for political favors.
bribes
identity
This speaker offered advice through a query, where the answer was to make sure of the clients well-being. Indicating that in every profession being human is vital.
Mr. Navneet Chugh