GOV 432: U.S. Congress (Dr. Samuel Fontaine)

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The 2022 Almanac of American Politics observes its most celebratory year yet, as it marks the 50th Commemorative Edition for this political reference icon. Now, more than ever, The Almanac of American Politics continues to be the gold standard of accessible political information, relied on by everyone involved, invested or interested in politics in America. Highly regarded for its in-depth analysis and comprehensive profiles of every congressional district, state, governor and member of Congress, The Almanac is the tool you need to better understand the context of the people and perspectives shaping the issues that matter to you.The Almanac of American Politics is the must have resource for understanding the American political landscape.

Provides ready-reference insight into the national legislature, its organization, processes, personalities, major legislation, and history. No other volume so clearly and concisely explains every key aspect of the national legislature. Each of the more than 250 entries, arranged in encyclopedic A-to-Z format, provides insight into the key questions readers have about the U.S. Congress and helps them make sense of the narrow power division between Republicans and Democrats, the methods members use to advance their agendas, the influence of lobby groups, the key role of committees and strong-willed leaders, and much more. Key Features: Available in both electronic and print formats Quick answers to questions as well as in-depth background on the U.S. Congress Historical and contemporary photos Detailed appendices, tables, internet addresses, and index

Contains more than 200 articles, arranged alphabetically, that provide a concise and easy-to-use guide to the people, issues, vocabulary, and activities of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Each article has a bibliography.

Provides an in-depth examination of the Congresses and their impact and role in the shaping and foundation of early American society and government.

An "accessible and necessary resource to understanding and interpreting procedural tools, arcane precedents, and the role of party politics in the making of legislation in Congress"--From the Publisher.

A "fascinating, behind-the-scenes tour of Capitol Hill--pointing out the key players, explaining their behavior, and translating parliamentary language into plain English. No mere civics lesson, this eye-opening book provides an insider's perspective on congress, matched with a professional historian's insight"--From the Publisher (Oxford University Press).

Continues to be the gold standard of accessible political information, relied on by everyone involved, invested, or interested in politics in America. Highly regarded for its in-depth analysis and comprehensive profiles of every congressional district, state, governor and member of Congress, The Almanac is the tool you need to better understand the context of the people and perspectives shaping the issues that matter to you. Is the must-have resource for understanding the American political landscape.

Authoritative, extensive in scope, and meticulously researched, America Votes provides official, state-certified election returns for the presidential, House, Senate, and gubernatorial elections. Includes both primary and general-election data.

Compares the States on a wide variety of topics and provide tabular statistics. The section on "Elections" includes statistics on the States' election turnouts.

"The 23 essays included in this book present a definitive view of the factors that contribute to the South's distinctive politics examining these factors in the context of the region's political development since World War II"--Publisher's description.