Provide a trusted economics oriented approach to public finance and public policy with the clear organized approach in Hyman s PUBLIC FINANCE A CONTEMPORARY APPLICATION OF THEORY TO POLICY 12E Written by respected author and economist David Hyman this timely edition addresses public issues confronting the United States and other nations throughout the new millennium This edition offers a balance of expenditure and tax topics coupled with information driven and analytical tools to help readers understand major government policy and finance issues Students initially examine the economic theory of public goods and how to best provide them The book then presents relevant applications to illustrate key economic points and ensure understanding Current real examples engage students while coverage of today s hot topics sparks lively discussion and debate This edition highlights national defense and homeland security pollution rights Social Security reform federal tax reform and the Iraq war using the latest government statistics and recent scholarly research An instructor s website and digital testing resources are also available for your support Provide a trusted economics oriented approach to public finance and public policy with the clear organized approach in Hyman s PUBLIC FINANCE A CONTEMPORARY APPLICATION OF THEORY TO POLICY 12E Written by respected author and economist David Hyman this timely edition addresses public issues confronting the United States and other nations ...throughout the new millennium This edition offers a balance of expenditure and tax topics coupled with information driven and analytical tools to help readers understand major government policy and finance issues Students initially examine the economic theory of public goods and how to best provide them The book then presents relevant applications to illustrate key economic points and ensure understanding Current real examples engage students while coverage of today s hot topics sparks lively discussion and debate This edition highlights national defense and homeland security pollution rights Social Security reform federal tax reform and the Iraq war using the latest government statistics and recent scholarly research An instructor s website and digital testing resources are also available for your support