Each essay should be 8-10 pages double-spaced

Each essay should be 8-10 pages double-spaced. All submissions must be in APA format including a cover page, abstract, and reference page. 7 referred journal articles are required.



A democratic public administration demands accountability at every level. How can we be assured that our public servants are held to a high level of responsiveness, fairness, honesty, and competence? Is it enough that voters elect representatives and that those representatives monitor executive agencies, or is there a broader range of instruments for assuring these qualities in our agencies? Examine the characteristics of administrative accountability, giving examples and cite sources.