The Politics of Foster Care Administration in the United States

Using examples from foster care systems in the states of Delaware, Michigan, New York, and Rhode Island, Rebecca Padot combines a rigorous methodology and theory work to expose the conditions under which foster care outcomes can be improved. An original and timely resource for scholars and practitioners, this book represents a significant contribution to our understanding of how leadership and management variables may be associated with more positive foster care practices and performance in the United States.