American Government : Institutions & Policies: the Essentials （15TH）

Wilson, James Q./ Diiulio, John J., Jr./ Bose, Meena/ Levendusky, Matt

Wadsworth Pub Co（2016/01発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 426 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781305500075
• DDC分類 320

Full Description

The reputable authors of AMERICAN GOVERNMENTTHE ESSENTIALS combine excellent scholarship with practical examples and insight to create a text that is a clear and approachable tool for any student trying to understand the American government. This textbook highlights current issues in American politics focusing on the importance of American governmental institutions, the historical development of governmental procedures and policies, and who governs in the United States and to what ends. AMERICAN GOVERNMENT: INSTITUTIONS AND POLICIES follows a pedagogically proven course of study to maximize student involvement with the material. Highlighted key concepts, concise learning objectives, and features for practical application of contemporary debates on policy dynamics bolsters students' comprehension.

Contents

Part I1. The Study of American Government.2. The Constitution.3. Federalism.4. American Political Culture.5. Civil Liberties.6. Civil Rights.Part II: OPINIONS, INTERESTS, AND ORGANIZATIONS.7. Public Opinion.8. Political Participation.9. Political Parties.10. Elections and Campaigns.11. Interest Groups.12. The Media.13. Congress.14. The Presidency.15. The Bureaucracy.16. The Judiciary.