Classics in American Government

Shafritz and Weinberg, both affiliated with the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh, present a collection of documents, court cases, speeches, articles, and book excerpts. The selections, which date from the Mayflower Compact of 1620 to a 2002 speech by George W. Bush, are grouped into 14 sections that correspond to the way in which courses in American government are typically taught. Each selection includes a brief introduction. This third edition includes five new readings. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Jay M. Shafritz is Professor Emeritus of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. He is the author, co-author, or editor of more than 40 textbooks and reference books on business and public administration. He holds a doctorate from Temple University and an MPA from the Baruch College of the City University of New York.

Lee S. Weinberg is an attorney and Associate Professor of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh. He is the author or co-author, or editor of four books and over a hundred articles in newspapers, magazines, and journals. He holds a doctorate in political science and a J.D. degree from the University of Pittsburgh.