American Government: Continuity and Change, 2004 Edition with LP.com 2.0 FROM THE PUBLISHER
O'Connor, Karen; Sabato, Larry J.; Haag, Stefan; Keith, Gary A., American Government: Continuity & Change, Texas Edition*\ Thoroughly updated through the historic 2000 Presidential election and its aftermath, this Texas edition will provide readers with an up-to-date and engaging introduction to American government and Texas government. This text has diligently reflected the rapid changes in American politics, and has always aimed to present information about politics that will actively interest readers and provide them with the information they need to make informed decisions about their government, politics, and politicians. For those interested in American politics.
SYNOPSIS
Beginning with the general and then focusing in on the specific, this textbook opens with a discussion of the foundations of government, describing the federal system, the role of the constitution, and the guarantees of civil rights and civil liberties. It then explains how these elements are embodied in the branches of government, and expressed in political behavior and public policy. A companion CD-ROM contains the text of the book, video clips, practice tests, and other supplementary material. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
FROM THE CRITICS
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This updated edition includes the results of the 2000 presidential and Congressional elections, as well as information on the primaries and general campaign. O'Connor (government, American U.) and Sabato (government and foreign affairs, U. of Virginia) present 19 chapters that discuss the foundations and institutions of government, political behavior, and public policy. In each chapter, boxed information compares and contrasts some aspect of American politics to that of other industrial democracies. Includes many color and b&w illustrations. The included CD-ROM contains the full text of the book as well as audio, video, web links, practice tests, and more. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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