Government in America People, Politics, and Policy

Name: Government in America People, Politics, and Policy
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ISBN: 9780205662890

ISBN-10: 0205662897

ISBN-13: 9780205662890

Edition: 14th 2009

Authors: George C. Edwards, Martin P. Wattenberg, Robert L. Lineberry

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Framing its content within a resonant ldquo;politics mattersrdquo; theme and emphasizing public policy throughout, this accessible text illustrates the impact that government has on the daily lives of each and every American. Through engaging and interactive boxed features and a focus on the issues that matter to most, this practical text motivates readers to become active participants in our political system, and helps overcome public apathy toward government.

Book details

List price: $159.20
Edition: 14th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Longman Publishing Group
Publication date: 12/22/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 832
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 4.246
Language: English

George C. Edwards III is University Distinguished Professor of Political Science and the Jordan Chair in Presidential Studies at Texas A&M University. His many books include "The Strategic President." He is the editor of "Presidential Studies Quarterly."

Martin P. Wattenberg is Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Irvine.




Introducing Government in America



Constitutional Foundations



The Constitution



Federalism



Civil Liberties and Public Policy



Civil Rights and Public Policy



People and Politics



Public Opinion and Political Action



The Mass Media and the Political Agenda



Political Parties



Nominations and Campaigns



Elections and Voting Behavior



Interest Groups



The Policymakers



Congress



The Presidency



The Congress, the President, and the Budget: Politics of Taxing and Spending



The Federal Bureaucracy



The Federal Courts



Policies



Economic Policy Making



Social Welfare Policymaking



Policymaking for Healthcare and the Environment



National Security Policy Making



State and Local Government



The New Face of State and Local Government


Issues of the Times