Democracy in California : Politics and Government in the Golden State （6TH）

Janiskee, Brian P./ Janiskee, Brian P./ Masugi, Ken

Rowman & Littlefield（2023/08発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 170 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781538184295
• DDC分類 320.4974

Full Description

A readable and thought-provoking textbook designed to introduce students to California politics, the updated sixth edition of Democracy in California explains the Golden State's governmental institutions and how their dynamics affects the lives of Californians. In doing so, the authors examine California history, political traditions, and political character. In addition to thorough coverage of California's constitution and development, this book also explain each branch of government as well as local systems. Exploring the nature of public opinion, parties, and campaigns, the authors show the effects that the state's diverse population has on all levels of politics and government.

Contents

Preface to the Sixth Edition

Introduction

1 Diversity

2 A Progressive Constitution

3 Public Opinion and the Media

4 Parties and Interest Groups

5 Campaigns and Elections

6 The Legislature

7 The Executive

8 The Courts

9 The Budget and Government Finance

10 Local Government

Epilogue

Glossary

Bibliography

Index

About the Authors