Chapter 7 gov

What is bureaucracy

Any administrative organization with a large number of employees (bureaucrats), a hierarchical structure, complex rules and procedures, and staffed by specialists.

U.S federal bureaucracy

The U.S federal bureaucracy employs 2.8 million civilians, most of whom work in the executive branch.

Advantages of bureaucracy

Centralized authority makes management effective

Specialized roles allow for the development of expertise

Standardization promotes equal treatment of individuals

Disadvantages of bureaucracy

In a large bureaucracy, there can be overlapping areas of authority, creating both conflicts and repetition
Formalized procedures with extensive paperwork, called red tape, can delay results

the structure of the federal bureaucracy

bureaucratic agencies are created and funded by congress, but most work is done under the authority of the president. the president appoints the heads of the bureaucratic agencies.

article II of the constitution says

“the president shall take care that the laws be faithfully executed”

Executive office of the president (EOP) includes the

White house office, the office of the vice president, the office of management and budget (OMB), the national security council, the council of economic advisors, and the office of science and technology policy