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Understanding the U.S. Government: A Guide to Understanding American Government and Elections

Name: Understanding the U.S. Government: A Guide to Understanding American Government and Elections
ISBN: 9789815274073

Peter E. Tarlow,

Stephen H. Vincent,

English
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eBook - ePub

Understanding the U.S. Government: A Guide to Understanding American Government and Elections

Peter E. Tarlow,

Stephen H. Vincent,

About this book

Understanding the U.S. Government: A Guide to Understanding American Government and Elections demystifies the complexities of the United States government, its election processes, and the concept of separation of powers. Written in a question-and-answer format, this book provides essential information for readers interested in American democracy at all levels. The authors compare various ideologies (capitalism, socialism, communism, and fascism) and other facets of U.S. politics that shape conversations about the U.S. Government and influence political policies, while also providing answers to historical questions about the American constitution and Declaration of Independence. The book answers questions on these topics: Maintaining personal relations amidst differing political views
Rights and responsibilities of American citizens
Competing political and economic philosophies
The Ins-and-Outs of American democracy
The impact of the media on U.S. Elections
The American political party system
The impact of lobbyists and monetary donations on political decisions and policies
How U.S. elections work
Practical tips for American voters
This book is an informative source of knowledge for anyone seeking a quick understanding of the workings of the U.S. government, the election process, and the intricate balance of political power in America. Readership General readers and political science students interested in U.S. government and elections.

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