Governance Beyond Government: Networks, Power, and Participation
Explore Mark Bevir's revolutionary take on governance as more than just government - diving into networks, markets, and collaborative decision-making that shapes every aspect of our lives, from corporate boardrooms to global institutions.
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Governance is fundamentally different from government; it's about all the processes of governing, whether that's through formal institutions, markets, or networks.
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