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Praised for its succinct, balanced coverage and readability, the text combines thorough coverage with interesting features focusing on active citizenship.

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A concise title which places a major emphasis on political participation and involvement, with features such as 'Making a Difference'
Includes a chapter on Domestic and Economic Policy, and another on Foreign Policy

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Explains how the federal government works, how its institutions have developed over time and why present politics differ from the past.
Its distinguishing historical framework helps students understand the history of American institutions and their efforts to shape public policy.

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Long recognized for its straightforward coverage and student-friendly format, including shorter chapters in a modern design, this title reflects the latest political and governmental developments while speaking to the needs of today’s learners.

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Renowned for its balanced, unbiased and contemporary coverage of constitutional, governmental, political, social and economic structures and their processes.
In-depth coverage of the 2020 elections, climate change and gun violence, race and gender dynamics, migration and immigration, and social media's prominent role in politics.

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Examining how competing interests can both facilitate and block the people's will, the text helps students become more powerful advocates for themselves within the American political system.
Completely up to date and includes expansive coverage of the 2020 elections, the COVID-19 pandemic, Black and Latino activism, the advancement of LGBTQ rights and more...

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Explores three themes: freedom, order, and equality as political values; the majoritarianism vs. pluralism debate; and globalization's effect on American politics.
Heavy on charts and graphs with accompanying questions, helping with data analytics and critical thinking
Includes two separate policy chapters: Economic Policy and Domestic Policy

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Digital Courseware for Political Science

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