It Is About You: How American Government Works and How to Help Fix It

* 2018 Book Excellence Award Winner * A nonpartisan, easy-to-read guide covering basics about American Government:- Part I: the Rule of Law and sources of your rights and government's powers. - Part II: the three branches of government. - Part III: influences on our government (some corrupting ones), how our government is broken, and ways that We the People can help fix it. The book includes a copy of the United States Constitution for easy referencing. Knowledge is a powerful ally.

Deborah Cupples is a law-school professor and an attorney. As well as law, she studied political science and English. Before starting law school, she ran a small business in the Florida Keys. She understands that knowledge is a crucial step toward empowerment and hopes to play a part in helping people empower themselves.