Tag: political aspects
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Negative side effects : decentralization and the potential for democratic instability in Costa Rica
Abstract: The possible negative side effects of the ongoing decentralization process in Costa Rica are examined, including party system fragmentation, reinforced or mutated clientelism, inter-municipal conflict and polarization, and local government instability. Author(s): Ryan, Jeffrey Source(s): , 14 p. Published: 2002 Universidad de Costa Rica. Instituto de investigaciones jurídicas (IIJ). Facultad de derecho, [San José…
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Local governance for poverty reduction in Africa : AGF-V concept paper
Abstract: This concept paper highlights issues in local governance, including: (1) political leadership and participation; (2) access and equity in social service delivery; (3) fiscal decentralization and financial management; and (4) a framework for action linking local governance and poverty reduction. Author(s): Saasa, Oliver S.; Teixeira, Alfredo; Othman Source(s): , 33 p., ill., map, tab…
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Fiscal decentralization : is it happening? : how do we know? : conference papers
Abstract: This paper looks at 3 policy issues: (1) decentralization is happening politically, but is it also fiscally? (2) is fiscal decentralization destabilizing growth; and (3) have any of the promised benefits of political decentralization been realized? Author(s): Ebel, Robert D.; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , International studies program 12 p., ill., tabs International studies program…
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What, why, and where
Abstract: The purpose of this section is to provide a broad overview of the many different types of decentralization which can be occurring across countries and even within the same country and sector. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , [3] p. Published: 2001 World bank group, [Washington, DC] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www1.worldbank.org/publicsector/decentralization/what.htm