Booknews: This textbook on American government and politics seeks to encourage direct participation by citizens in the political process. Each chapter includes a discussion question on a controversial issue and an example of how the student can become actively involved in American politics. A sampling of topics includes the Constitution, federalism, civil rights, political parties, elections, Congress, the Presidency, bureaucracy, the Judiciary, domestic and economic policy, and foreign policy. Coverage extends to the results of the November 2000 presidential elections with an analysis of its implications for the future.
Written by Mack C. Shelley, Jamie Swift, and Steffen W. Schmidt, this reader is updated to include the latest issues in American political debate. You will find numerous readings that deal with controversial issues, legal conflicts, and ethical judgment calls directly related to academia and students. Some topics include diversity on trial, politicians on the web, campaign reform, and war in cyberspace. These topics will generate an exciting and productive debate on important issues facing Americans which will ultimately enhance students' critical thinking skills, the ability to engage in group or teamwork projects, active learning motivation, and communication skills, as well as foster a liberal education and stimulate positive, informed citizenship. Two to four articles per chapter.
A standard textbook on the basic concepts and institutions of American government. Chapters include discussions of federalism, civil liberties, civil rights, political socialization and the media, interest groups and political parties, elections and voting behavior, the structures of the institutions of government, and domestic and foreign policymaking. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Written by Steffen W. Schmidt, Mack C. Shelley, and Jane E. Clayton, this reader is updated to include the latest issues in American political debate. You will find numerous readings that deal with controversial issues, legal conflicts, and ethical judgement calls directly related to academia and students. Some topics include: diversity on trial, politicians on the web, campaign reform, and war in cyberspace. These topics will generate an exciting and productive debate on important issues facing Americans, that will ultimately enhance students' critical thinking skills, the ability to engage in group or teamwork projects, active learning motivation, and communication skills, as well as foster a liberal education and stimulate positive, informed citizenship. All articles, 2-4 per chapter, have been updated for this edition.
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