Frank Goodnow

Frank Goodnow was a pioneering American political scientist and legal scholar who helped shape modern understanding of government and public administration. He emphasized the importance of distinguishing between the law-making functions of elected legislators and the administrative tasks carried out by government agencies. Goodnow believed effective governance requires clear roles and responsibilities within government institutions. His work laid the groundwork for studying how laws are formulated and implemented, influencing both political science and public administration practices. Overall, he contributed significantly to understanding how government structures and processes function to serve society efficiently and fairly.