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GOVT by Edward Sidlow (Eastern Michigan University)

Learn on your terms with Sidlow/Henschen's GOVT 11. Combining an easy-reference paperback textbook with robust resources and an innovative online experience, GOVT 11 presents an accessible and concise overview of American government that equips you with anywhere, anytime learning tools -- all at an affordable price. Its thorough explanation of the 2020 election includes presidential, Congressional and state results as well as the number of women and minority group members elected, the impact of campaign finance and the accuracy of public opinion polls. Reflecting the latest political and governmental developments, it also provides insight into current civil rights issues, Supreme Court decisions through June 2020, liberty during the pandemic and more. In addition, the MindTap digital learning solution equips you with a wealth of online resources and learning tools to maximize course success.

About Edward Sidlow (Eastern Michigan University)

Edward I. Sidlow is a professor of political science at Eastern Michigan University and EMU's faculty representative to the NCAA. He teaches broadly in the area of American politics and has published two books on Congress in addition to numerous articles in professional journals. Prior to his work at EMU, Dr. Sidlow served on the faculties of Arizona State University, Miami University in Ohio and Northwestern University, and he was an academic administrator at Loyola University Chicago. The recipient of awards for outstanding teaching at Miami, Northwestern and EMU, Dr. Sidlow is often called upon by print and electronic media for political analysis. He received his Ph.D. from The Ohio State University in 1979. Beth Henschen was a faculty member in the departments of political science at Purdue University and Loyola University Chicago before joining the faculty at Eastern Michigan University. The recipient of several awards for teaching excellence, she teaches courses in American government, judicial politics, and civil rights and liberties. Dr. Henschen's articles have appeared in numerous professional journals, including the AMERICAN POLITICAL SCIENCE REVIEW, AMERICAN POLITICS QUARTERLY, LEGISLATIVE STUDIES QUARTERLY, JUDICATURE, POLITICAL RESEARCH QUARTERLY PUBLIC INTEGRITY and REVIEW OF POLICY RESEARCH. She received her Ph.D. from The Ohio State University.

Table of Contents

Skill Prep: A Study Skills Module. Take Action: A Guide to Political Participation. Part I: THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR AMERICAN SYSTEM. 1. America in the 21st Century. 2. The Constitution. 3. Federalism. Part II: OUR LIBERTIES AND RIGHTS. 4. Civil Liberties. 5. Civil Rights. Part III: THE POLITICS OF DEMOCRACY. 6. Interest Groups. 7. Political Parties. 8. Public Opinion and Voting. 9. Campaigns and Elections. 10. Politics and the Media. Part IV: INSTITUTIONS. 11. The Congress. 12. The Presidency. 13. The Executive Branch. 14. The Judiciary. Part V: PUBLIC POLICY. 15. Domestic Policy. 16. Foreign Policy. Appendix A: The Declaration of Independence. Appendix B: The Constitution of the United States. Appendix C: Federalist Papers No. 10 and No. 51. Appendix D: Information on U.S. Presidents. (ONLINE) Appendix E: Party Control of Congress since 1900. (ONLINE)

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NPB9780357459799
9780357459799
0357459792
GOVT by Edward Sidlow (Eastern Michigan University)
New
Paperback
Cengage Learning, Inc
2021-01-04
464
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