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NOTEpackaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyPoliSciLab, search for for 0134114043 / 9780134114040 Government by the People, 2014 Elections and Updates Edition plus MyPoliSciLab for American Government - Access Card Package, 25/ePackage consists of:* 0133914682 / 9780133914689 Government by the People, 2014 Elections and Updates Edition, 25/e* 0133930645 / 9780133930641 MyPoliSciLab for American Government Valuepack Access CardMyPoliSciLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor.For courses in American GovernmentExplore American politics through the ConstitutionGovernment by the People provides a thorough, Constitution-based introduction to the foundational principles, processes, and institutions of American government. Throughout, authors David Magleby, Paul Light, and Christine Nemacheck highlight the central role that people play in a constitutional democracy, inspiring students to see how similarities and differences in political beliefs continue to shape government to this day. The 2014 Elections and Updates Edition includes coverage of the major issues in today's headlines to engage students in learning, as well as to boost the relevance of course material to students' lives.Also available with MyPoliSciLab (R)MyPoliSciLab for the American Government course extends learning online, engaging students and improving results. Media resources with assignments bring concepts to life, and offer students opportunities to practice applying what they've learned. And the Writing Space helps educators develop and assess concept mastery and critical thinking through writing, quickly and easily. Please note: this version of MyPoliSciLab does not include an eText.Government by the People, 2014 Elections and Updates Edition is also available via REVEL (TM), an immersive learning experience designed for the way today's students read, think, and learn.
Contents
IntroductionPRINCIPLES1. Constitutional Democracy2. Constitutional Foundations3. American FederalismPART II: THE POLITICAL PROCESS4. The American Political Landscape5. Interest Groups: The Politics of Influence6. Political Parties: Essential to Democracy7. Public Opinion, Ideology, Participation, and Voting8. Campaigns and Elections: Democracy in Action9. The Media and U.S. PoliticsPART III: POLICY-MAKING INSTITUTIONS10. Congress: The People's Branch11. The Presidency12. The Federal Bureaucracy and the Public Policy Process: Creating and Executing the Laws13. The Judiciary: The Balancing BranchPART IV: RIGHTS AND LIBERTIES14. Civil Liberties: Protections Under the Bill of Rights15. POLICY16. Making Economic Policy17. Making Social Policy18. Making Foreign and Defense PolicyConclusion: Sustaining Constitutional Democracy
