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American Political Process Examines Both The Formal Institutions Of Government And Organizations Such As Political Parties And Pressure Groups. It Analyzes How These Bodies Interact In The Making Of Public Policy In The United States In Order To Provide An Understanding Of Contemporary American Politics. The Seventh Edition Has Been Thoroughly Updated And Revised With Entirely New Material On: The 2000 Presidential Election And George W. Bush's Presidency The September 11th Attacks And The 'war On Terrorism' The 2002 Mid-term Elections Controversial Issues Such As Abortion And Gun Control. Each Chapter Includes A Variety Of Useful Tables And Diagrams, Suggestions For Further Reading And Relevant Websites And A Glossary Of Key Terms. Written With Admirable Clarity, This Is The Ideal Textbook For Students Of American Politics And Society.
This text investigates the structural mechanics and functional interactions of the American political system to explain how public policy is formulated. Alan R. Grant utilizes his expertise in political science to provide a comprehensive framework that bridges the gap between formal government institutions and the informal influence of political parties and pressure groups. The analysis incorporates historical data and contemporary case studies to illustrate the complexities of the United States political landscape.
What You Will Find
Experts and educators frequently cite this work as a foundational textbook for students seeking a clear introduction to the American political system. Readers often note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex institutional interactions accessible to those new to the field of political science.
Page Count:
336
Publication Date:
2003-09-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203403363
ISBN-13:
9780203403365