Barack Obama and the New America
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Author Description
The Obama encore that broke some rules / Larry J. Sabato -- Voting in a time of polarization: why Obama won and what it means / Alan Abramowitz -- A first party-term incumbent survives: the fundamentals of 2012 / James E. Campbell -- Un-conventional wisdom: the 2012 conventions and the nominating process / Rhodes Cook -- The six-billion-dollar election: the impact of federal election laws / Michael E. Toner and Karen E. Trainer -- Voters to the sidelines: old and new media in the 2012 election / Diana Owen -- America's evolving electorate / Nate Cohn -- Candidates matter: 2012's Senate and gubernatorial contests / Geoffrey Skelley -- Republicans hold the line: 2012's national House contest / Kyle Kondik -- Forward: the future of the Democratic Party / Jamelle Bouie -- A time for choosing: the future of the Republican Party / Robert Costa -- Are we in an electoral realignment? / Sean Trende -- From 2012 to 2016: concluding thoughts on the permanent campaign / Susan MacManus.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book analyzes the 2012 US Presidential election and its implications for American politics. It examines the factors that contributed to Barack Obama's re-election, including polarization, party fundamentals, and the impact of federal election laws. The collection also explores the evolving electorate, the roles of traditional and new media, and the future trajectories of both the Democratic and Republican parties.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of Obama's re-election in a polarized political climate.
- Examination of the fundamental factors influencing the 2012 election outcomes.
- Discussion on the role of federal election laws and campaign finance.
- The impact of old and new media on voter engagement and election results.
- An exploration of the changing demographics of the American electorate.
- Analysis of the 2012 Senate and gubernatorial contests.
- Review of the national House contests and Republican performance.
- Forward-looking perspectives on the future of the Democratic and Republican parties and the concept of electoral realignment.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This collection of essays provides a comprehensive post-election analysis of the 2012 US Presidential election, drawing on the expertise of political scientists. The contributors dissect various facets of the election, from voting patterns and campaign strategies to media influence and the long-term implications for both major parties. The discussions aim to provide insights into the dynamics of contemporary American politics and potential future realignments.
Page Count:
241
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
1442222638
ISBN-13:
9781442222632
Science
Politics
Non-Fiction
Elections
American Politics
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