Lobbying for Libraries and the Public's Access to Government Information - by Bernadine E Abbott-Hoduski (Hardcover)

About the Book

Structured like a memoir, with tips about lobbying interwoven throughout, Lobbying for Libraries is a lively account of one woman's 21-year mission to get funding for libraries to establish systems that improve the way information is distributed nationwide. She offers valuable guidelines on how to lobby as an individual or group, design a bill, communicate with policy makers through traditional and new technologies, and how to influence the legislative process. Hoduski has quilted the fabric of her experiences in policy making into an insightful book that is as entertaining as it is useful.

Book Synopsis

Bernadine E. Abbott Hoduski, founder of the American Library Association's Government Documents Round Table (GODORT), could very well be considered the "mother" of all government documents librarians. Still an active member in the government and library community, her name resonates throughout information circles.

Structured like a memoir, with tips about lobbying interwoven throughout, Lobbying for Libraries is a lively account of one woman's 21-year mission to get funding for libraries to establish systems that improve the way information is distributed nationwide. She offers valuable guidelines on how to lobby as an individual or group, design a bill, communicate with policymakers through traditional and new technologies, and how to influence the legislative process. Hoduski has quilted the fabric of her experiences in policy making into an insightful book that is as entertaining as it is useful.

Truly a worthwhile read for government document librarians, lobbyists, and policy makers.

Review Quotes

...librarians have much to learn from Abbott-Hoduski's shared experience and lobbying effectiveness...useful for library school curriculums...-- "Public Libraries"

...this is a valuable and unusual book worthy of a place on librarians' and lobbyists' personal shelves. It is also recommended for purchase by major public libraries and academic libraries...-- "Government Information Quarterly"

Abbott-Hoduski knows what she is talking about. This book is one of a handful I expect to keep permanently for future reference. Citizen activists who feel a bunch of ignorant and arrogant talking heads control our government, investigative reporters, coalition builders, lawmakers, and public administrators (to include librarians) who take heart in the trust we have given them, should read this book.-- "Queen City News"

About the Author

Bernadine E. Abbott Hoduski is a Government Information Advisor. She was a professional staff member for Library and Distribution Services, U.S. Congress, Joint Committee on Printing for 21 years. The American Library Association Government Documents Round Table established the Bernadine Abbott Hoduski Founders Award in 1993. In 1995 she was awarded the Public Printer's Distinguished Service Award.