Ethics Moments in Government

It is difficult to find sufficiently comprehensive material on ethics in governance in a single volume that provides the basis for ethics education in universities or ethics training in the workplace. In Ethics Moments in Government: Cases and Controversies, Don Menzel has surpassed other efforts to date. This volume, conceived from the perspective of ethics practitioners in government rather than a scholar's theoretical preoccupations, truly provides a "one stop package for training, learning, and teaching." Its extraordinarily rich set of cases that are systematically cross indexed to concepts and problems, along with a CD containing a wide array of resource material, can equip any instructor with the essentials of an effective learning experience for those wrestling with the knotty problems of becoming and remaining ethically competent. I recommend it enthusiastically for both instructors in higher education and trainers dealing directly with practitioners. Terry L. Cooper, Ph.D., The Maria B. Crutcher Professor in Citizenship and Democratic Values Director, Civic Engagement Initiative School of Policy, Planning, and Development, University of Southern California a marvelous addition to the resources on ethics in government. Thoughtful and engaging in style, the book draws the reader into a serious examination of what it means to be ethically competent. The wide ranging case studies are grounded in reality and supported by insightful assessments by scholars and officials. James H. Svara, Professor, School of Public Affairs, Arizona State University The cases and practical analysis will help public administrators, new and experienced, achieve a level of ethical competency and ability to recognize the issues they face and develop the standards that define their character as public service professionals.Edwin C. Daley, D.P.A., City Manager of Hopewell, Virginia, and the 2008 President of the International City/County Management Association

Donald C. Menzel is affiliated with Ethics Management International in Tampa, Florida.

Getting Started. Understanding Ethics and Governance. Becoming Ethically Competent. Practicing EthicsMany Faces. Professionalism and Ethics. Encouraging Ethical Behavior. Building Organizations of Integrity. Ethics in the Workplace. Lessons Learned Along the Journey. The Complete Ethical Manager. Bibliography. Appendices. Index.