Author Description
Han and Heith's 2016 Presidential Election Guide Update provides students with valuable insights into key issues, including the "Obama Effect" on 2016, how money, media, and momentum affect the pre-nomination period, and what to look for during the primaries, caucuses, conventions, and general election.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This guide investigates the structural and behavioral variables that influence the outcome of the 2016 United States presidential election. Professor Lori Cox Han utilizes her academic background in political science to analyze the intersection of campaign finance, media influence, and the strategic momentum required for candidates to navigate the primary and general election cycles. The text provides a framework for understanding how institutional processes and contemporary political climates shape voter behavior and candidate success.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of the pre-nomination period and candidate momentum
- Examination of campaign finance and media impact on voter perception
- Breakdown of the electoral process including primaries, caucuses, and conventions
Scope Limits
- Does not provide post-election analysis or historical retrospective beyond the 2016 cycle
- Does not cover international electoral systems or comparative politics
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Academic reviewers and educators frequently cite this text as a practical resource for students seeking to understand the mechanics of American presidential campaigns. The prose is noted for its accessibility and focus on the specific procedural elements of the 2016 election cycle.
Page Count:
64
Publication Date:
2016-10-20
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN-10:
0190609370
ISBN-13:
9780190609375
Political History
Elections
United States
Civics