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Policy Paradox by Deborah Stone: The Art of Political Decision Making

"Policy Paradox: The Art of Political Decision Making by Deborah Stone is a seminal text in political science and public policy that argues policy-making is a continuous struggle over the classification of goals, the definition of problems, and the boundaries of community. Rather than a technical exercise in logic, Stone presents policy as a political art fueled by shared meanings and social values. For students, analysts, and practitioners in 2026, Stone’s work remains the definitive critique of the "rationality project." It challenges the notion that policy decisions can be reduced to objective, mathematical equations or purely economic mode..."

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