Dynamics of Democracy

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"I believe this text to be the most readable American politics text. The aidhors make excellent use ofthe examples they choose and are, I think, particularly adept at the lost art of explanation. " David F. Schwartz Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Dynamics of Democracy provides comprehensive yet concise coverage of American pohtics. Clearly and crisply written, it blends the latest research with engaging examples to create an excellent introduction to American government.
". . . this text was a delight to read. While it covers a lot of material, it does so through the use of exciting and interesting examples. " Nancy S. Lind Illinois State University
A distinctive feature of Dynamics of Democracy is how it highlights two recurrent themes in American politics and government: politics involves conflict, and govemments create rules to manage that conflict. To reinforce the twin themes of conflict and rules and to help you master key concepts in American politics,... Tovább

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"I believe this text to be the most readable American politics text. The aidhors make excellent use ofthe examples they choose and are, I think, particularly adept at the lost art of explanation. " David F. Schwartz Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Dynamics of Democracy provides comprehensive yet concise coverage of American pohtics. Clearly and crisply written, it blends the latest research with engaging examples to create an excellent introduction to American government.
". . . this text was a delight to read. While it covers a lot of material, it does so through the use of exciting and interesting examples. " Nancy S. Lind Illinois State University
A distinctive feature of Dynamics of Democracy is how it highlights two recurrent themes in American politics and government: politics involves conflict, and govemments create rules to manage that conflict. To reinforce the twin themes of conflict and rules and to help you master key concepts in American politics, Dynamics of Democracy features:
The People Behind the Rules boxes. Each chapter contains a comparative biography of key historical and contemporary political actors that shows how the people behind the rules shape American politics and govemment.
Point of Order boxes. Each chapter contains an extended discussion of a rule in action, showing you how the rules of American politics are continually being changed and reinterpreted.
Point of contact approach. Key concepts are defined in the margins of the text-clarification is found when you need it.
Historical approach. To help you understand the dynamics of democracy, each chapter offers a rich historical perspective on American politics.
"his one of the best texts . . . because of its themes and approach, use of charts, graphs and explanations, and completeness of manner in which it addresses all subjects" Dana Glencross Oklahoma City Community College Vissza