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Written for all students of politics coming to the subject for the first time, this textbook provides a lively and accessible introduction and guide to all the main features and characteristics of one of the most distinctive and complex ...
The text's fundamental theme continues to be the importance of participating in active citizenship. To reinforce this theme, the text emphasizes continual critical thinking about political issues and encourages readers to become involved.
American Government and Politics Today: The Essentials : the Iowa Edition 2009-2010
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With up-to-date information and the inside track on public policy makers, this edition presents what you need to know about American politics in an easy-to-understand format.
The second edition of the best-selling textbook US politics today offers a new and updated introduction to contemporary US government and politics.
American Government and Politics Today
The text shows students how easily and effectively they can participate in the political process.
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