The New Public Management movement has been criticized for an undue emphasis on:
A) increasing public sector services and expenses
B) short-run economic objectives over long-run economic objectives
C) long-run economic objectives over short-run economic objectives
D) short-run economic objectives over public values related to democracy

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The New Public Management movement has been criticized for putting too much emphasis on short-term economic objectives over important public values related to democracy, such as transparency, accountability, and citizen participation. Critics argue that this focus on economic efficiency and cost-cutting measures can undermine the quality and accessibility of public services, as well as democratic governance.

The New Public Management Movement Has Been Criticized for an Undue