The Almanac of American Politics 2014 - Softcover

Barone, Michael; McCutcheon, Chuck; Trende, Sean; Kraushaar, Josh

Softcover

ISBN 10: 022610544X ISBN 13: 9780226105444

Publisher: University of Chicago Press, 2013

Synopsis

The Almanac of American Politics is the gold standard—the book that everyone involved, invested, or interested in American politics must have on their reference shelf. Continuing the tradition of accurate and up-to-date information, the 2014 almanac includes new and updated profiles of every member of Congress and every state governor. These profiles cover everything from expenditures to voting records, interest-group ratings, and, of course, politics. In-depth overviews of each state and house district are included as well, along with demographic data, analysis of voting trends, and political histories. The new edition contains Michael Barone’s sharp-eyed analysis of the 2012 election, both congressional and presidential, exploring how the votes fell and what they mean for future legislation. The almanac also provides comprehensive coverage of the changes brought about by the 2010 census and has been reorganized to align with the resulting new districts.

Like every edition since the almanac first appeared in 1972, the 2014 edition is helmed by veteran political analyst Michael Barone. Together with Chuck McCutcheon, collaborator since 2012, and two new editors, Sean Trende, senior elections analyst for RealClearPolitics, and Josh Kraushaar, managing editor at National Journal, Barone offers an unparalleled perspective on contemporary politics.

Full of maps, census data, and detailed information about the American political landscape, the 2014 Almanac of American Politics remains the most comprehensive resource for journalists, politicos, business people, and academics.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael Barone is a senior political analyst for the Washington Examiner and a Fox News Channel contributor. Chuck McCutcheon is a freelance writer and editor in Washington, DC. Sean Trende is a senior elections analyst for RealClearPolitics. Josh Kraushaar is the managing editor of politics at National Journal.

Review:

“The Bible of American politics.”  (George Will)

“Superb, and so balanced that it is used by both sides of the political divide.” (Economist)

“The single best reference there is for congress and Washington specifically and the country generally.”  (Jim Lehrer)

“It’s simply the oxygen of the political world. We have the most dog-eared copy in town.”  (Judy Woodruff, PBS NewsHour)

 “Michael Barone is to politics what statistician-writer Bill James is to baseball, a mix of historian, social observer, and numbers cruncher who illuminates his subject with perspective and a touch of irreverence.” (Chicago Tribune)

 “Real political junkies get two Almanacs: one for the home and one for the office.” (Chuck Todd, NBC)

"The biennial arrival of a new Almanac of American Politics is a moment of true joy for political reporters." (David Weigel Slate)

About this edition

• Publisher: University of Chicago Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 022610544X
• ISBN 13: 9780226105444
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 1883