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Principles and Practice of American Politics: Classic and Contemporary Readings combines timeless readings with cutting-edge, current selections. Authors Samuel Kernell and Steven S. Smith bring judicious editing and important context for students learning the ropes of American government, and in this Sixth Edition feature 11 new readings, including 6 pieces written specifically for this volume. True to form, each and every selection is artfully framed by the editors’ headnotes, providing students with a valuable introduction to the topic.
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This anthology contains 41 classic and contemporary readings on the principles and practice of US politics, covering the interests, rules, and strategic contexts of political action in areas from the Constitution, to Congress, to the presidency, to political parties and interest groups. This edition has new selections on topics like conflict over social issues, polarization in Washington and the nation, legislative gridlock, and the challenges facing policymakers, as well as readings that challenge students to think about alternative institutions and political arrangements. Others have been omitted. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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