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The Effects of Decentralization on State and Local Government
1.
What is your current role? (select one)
Elected Official
Non-profit/Community Leader
Public Sector Employee
Private Sector
Student
Other (please specify)
2.
Which level of government do you primarily interact with or work for? (select one)
State government
Federal government
Local/municipal government
I do not work for the government
3.
In your opinion, has decentralization (transferring
responsibilities from federal to state/local governments)
improved public service delivery?
Yes
No
Not sure (please specify)
4.
Which area has been most affected by decentralization in
your experience?
Education
Healthcare
Public safety
Social services
Other (please specify)
5.
Do you believe your state or local government has enough
resources to handle the responsibilities shifted to them?
Yes
No
Not sure
6.
What is the biggest challenge you’ve observed with
decentralization?
Unequal Access to Services
Local Corruption or Nepotism
Lack of Competent Local leadership
Confusion over Responsibilities
Limited Voice or Participation
Other (please specify)
7.
What is the biggest benefit you’ve observed with
decentralization?
Faster or More Responsive Services
Greater Public participation
Better Alignment with Local Needs
Increased Accountability
Improved Innovation and Experimentation
Other (please specify)
8.
What improvements, if any, would you suggest to make
decentralization more effective?
Current Progress,
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