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Beschreibung

A source of unbiased, factual information on the U.S. government

American Government For Dummies helps you easily understand the concepts and historical events that define the U.S. government system. This readable guide covers all the content in a typical course on American government or civics, and it offers curious readers a way to learn more about how the country is run. You'll get clear, impartial, and trustworthy explanations of topics such as the three branches of government, political parties, how campaigns and elections work, and public and foreign policy. It's everything you need to become government-savvy.

Inside:

  • Understand the history of the U.S. system of government and how it operates today
  • Learn about opinion polls, elections, interest groups, political parties, and campaigns
  • Untangle the differences among the Senate, House of Representatives, Judiciary, and other important institutions
  • Get clarity on the importance of voting and discover other ways you can contribute

American Government For Dummies is a perfect for anyone looking to brush up on the foundations of the U.S. government-for a class, or simply to become more informed on the systems and structures that shape daily life.

A source of unbiased, factual information on the U.S. government

American Government For Dummies helps you easily understand the concepts and historical events that define the U.S. government system. This readable guide covers all the content in a typical course on American government or civics, and it offers curious readers a way to learn more about how the country is run. You'll get clear, impartial, and trustworthy explanations of topics such as the three branches of government, political parties, how campaigns and elections work, and public and foreign policy. It's everything you need to become government-savvy.

Inside:

  • Understand the history of the U.S. system of government and how it operates today
  • Learn about opinion polls, elections, interest groups, political parties, and campaigns
  • Untangle the differences among the Senate, House of Representatives, Judiciary, and other important institutions
  • Get clarity on the importance of voting and discover other ways you can contribute

American Government For Dummies is a perfect for anyone looking to brush up on the foundations of the U.S. government-for a class, or simply to become more informed on the systems and structures that shape daily life.

Über den Autor

Marcus A. Stadelmann, PhD, is a professor of political science at the University of Texas at Tyler. He is the author of U.S. Presidents For Dummies and Political Science For Dummies and has been teaching American government for more than 40 years.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1

Part 1: Setting the Foundation for a New Nation 5

Chapter 1: Designing a New Country and a New Constitution 7

Chapter 2: Dividing Powers to Establish Federalism 27

Part 2: Developing Political Structures 41

Chapter 3: Convening a Congress 43

Chapter 4: Focusing on the Presidency 65

Chapter 5: Adjusting the Judiciary Framework 85

Chapter 6: Building the Bureaucracy 101

Part 3: Safeguarding the People 115

Chapter 7: Addressing Civil Liberties 117

Chapter 8: Continuing the March for Civil Rights 137

Part 4: Making Policy: What a Government Must Do 155

Chapter 9: Making Public Policy 157

Chapter 10: Conducting Foreign Policy 177

Part 5: Participating in Politics 199

Chapter 11: Regarding Public Opinion and the Media 201

Chapter 12: Partaking in the Political Process 221

Chapter 13: Participating in Campaigns and Elections 237

Chapter 14: Examining Political Parties 255

Chapter 15: Discovering Interest Groups 281

Part 6: The Part of Tens 299

Chapter 16: The Ten Most Influential Court Cases in U.S History 301

Chapter 17: The Ten Most Influential Documents in U.S History 309

Index 317

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Genre: Importe, Politikwissenschaften
Rubrik: Wissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Einband - flex.(Paperback)
ISBN-13: 9781394375745
ISBN-10: 1394375743
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Stadelmann, Marcus A.
Hersteller: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 235 x 187 x 23 mm
Von/Mit: Marcus A. Stadelmann
Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2025
Gewicht: 0,648 kg
Artikel-ID: 134336038