American Government, Post Election Update

Welch, Susan; Gruhl, John; Steinman, Michael; Comer, John; Rigdon, Susan M.

ISBN 10: 0314129499 / ISBN 13: 9780314129499

Published by Wadsworth Publishing (edition 6), 1997

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Synopsis:

This text focuses on the responsiveness of government and helps students understand how and why important features of government have evolved, and their impact on government and individuals. It covers the core topics of an American government course, paying special attention to the participation in public life by women and minorities. It features a special chapter on the influence of money in politics.

About the Authors: Susan Welch received her AB and PhD degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is currently Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Professor of Political Science at The Pennsylvania State University. Her teaching and research areas include legislatures, urban politics, and women and minorities in politics. She publishes widely on issues of race, gender, and urban politics.

John Gruhl, Professor of Political Science, received his AB from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, and his PhD from the University of California at Santa Barbara. Since joining the University of Nebraska faculty in 1976, he has taught and done research in the areas of judicial process, criminal justice, and civil rights and liberties. He holds campus- and university-wide distinguished teaching awards for excellence in undergraduate teaching and became a charter member of the university's Academy of Distinguished Teachers.

John Comer is Professor of Political Science at the University of Nebraska. He received his AB in political science from Miami University in 1965 and his PhD from The Ohio State University in 1971. His teaching and research focuses on interest groups, public opinion, voting behavior, and political parties.

Susan M. Rigdon received AB and PhD degrees in political science from the University of Illinois in 1966 and 1971, respectively. While focusing her teaching on comparative politics and international relations, she has also taught American government courses at several universities in the United States and China. Her research interests include culture and politics, security policy, and poverty and development. She is a Research Associate in Anthropology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Bibliographic Details

Title: American Government, Post Election Update
Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing (edition 6)
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fair
Edition: 6.