Browsing Electronic Theses, Dissertations, and Records of Study (2002– ) by Author "Edwards, George C."

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    • Politically rational foreign policy decision-making 
      Kent, Charles Todd (Texas A&M University, 2006-10-30)
      This dissertation is an analysis of how presidents make foreign policy decisions. Rather than explaining foreign policy decisions by focusing on individuals or institutions, I stress the role of political pressures and ...
    • Presidential responsiveness to public opinion 
      Vaughn, Justin Scott (2009-05-15)
      In this dissertation, I examine the determinants of presidential responsiveness to public opinion, employing a theory of context and venue that explains why presidents are more responsive at some times and in certain policy ...
    • Presidential-bureaucratic management and policy making success in congress 
      Villalobos, Jose DeJesus (2009-05-15)
      Presidential policy making in Congress is a lengthy, difficult process that involves developing a policy initiative, proposing it to Congress, and winning the legislature’s support. Recent empirical findings indicate that, ...