The Confession of a Chief Technician: Navigating the Difficult Pitching of Legislative Parties in the Hughes Administration

The Confession of a Chief Technician: Navigating the Difficult Pitching of Legislative Parties in the Hughes Administration

Abstract

This qualitative case study explores the experiences of a chief technician who worked within the Hughes Administration, specifically focusing on their efforts to navigate the difficult pitching of legislative parties. Through in-depth interviews and document analysis, the study finds that the chief technician faced significant challenges in balancing the priorities and demands of different parties within the legislative branch while also attempting to advance the administration's goals and objectives. The study also highlights the importance of interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and strategic thinking in successfully navigating these complex political dynamics. Ultimately, the findings of this study contribute to a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by technical experts working within political contexts and offer insights into strategies for managing these challenges in order to achieve policy outcomes.

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Josef Jeronimo "The Confession of a Chief Technician: Navigating the Difficult Pitching of Legislative Parties in the Hughes Administration".  IEEE Exploration in Machine Learning, 2020.

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Date of Release: 2020
Author(s): Josef Jeronimo.
IEEE Exploration in Machine Learning
Page(s): 8
Product Type: Conference/Journal Publications