The Role of Scientific Expertise in Minimum Wage Policy Making

The Cases of Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States

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• Fabian Klein-Ridder

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Seitenzahl

240 Seiten

Lesezeit

9 Stunden

• Politikwissenschaft

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Focusing on the influence of scientific expertise in minimum wage policy across Germany, the UK, and the US, the book reveals that scientific research significantly shapes public discourse and policy decisions. It highlights that US newspapers cite researchers more frequently than their European counterparts, reflecting a distinct approach to integrating scientific insights. Additionally, the impact of research on political actors varies, with stronger effects noted in Germany and the UK compared to the US, illustrating different national strategies for utilizing scientific knowledge in policymaking.

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• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Einband: Paperback