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Government by the People

by Burns, James MacGregor, Peltason, J. W., Cronin, Thomas
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Acclaimed for its superb writing style and comprehensive and balanced treatment of the American political system, this classic book has been thoroughly revised and updated to address the diverse and changing nature of American politics.

Covers fundamental principles processes, and institutions that pertain to American government and politics at all levels.

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New edition of a basic text on American constitutional democracy in which the authors emphasize the absolute need for politics and politicians despite the current climate of contempt for government. Specific topics include constitutional principles, rights and liberties, the political process, and policy-making institutions. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Book Details

Published
December 1, 1994
Publisher
Englewood Cliffs, N.J. : Prentice Hall, c1995.
Pages
753
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780133012767

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