Politics and Policy in American States and Communities
Title | Politics and Policy in American States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | Dennis L. Dresang |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 482 |
Release | 2002 |
Genre | Local government |
ISBN |
Politics in States and Communities
Title | Politics in States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | Thomas R. Dye |
Publisher | Englewood Cliffs, N.J. : Prentice-Hall |
Total Pages | 568 |
Release | 1973 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN |
Politics and Policy in States and Communities
Title | Politics and Policy in States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | John J. Harrigan |
Publisher | Longman Publishing Group |
Total Pages | 552 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 9780321129079 |
This up-to-date, highly-readable text focuses on twin perspectives: the political economy of state and local politics and the impact of political reformism on states and communities. This book studies reformism and its consequences as they relate to the legal, cultural, and financial framework of state and community politics, as well as their effect on citizen influence, community politics, and the institutions of state government.
Politics and Policy in States and Communities
Title | Politics and Policy in States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | John J. Harrigan |
Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Total Pages | 584 |
Release | 1991 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN |
Politics in States and Communities
Title | Politics in States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | Thomas R. Dye |
Publisher | Prentice Hall |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2006-04 |
Genre | Local government |
ISBN | 9780131930797 |
This best-seller stands apart from others of its kind by its comparative approach, patient explanation, concern with policy, and ability to stimulate readers'interest. In a clear, accessible style, the authors demonstrate the important role that American states and communities play in the political life of the nation. Focuses on the sources and nature of conflict in states and communities, along with the structures and processes designed to manage conflict. Includes updates and new topics throughout, with refocused organization; discusses timely issues such as New York City's response to terrorism and the 2000 presidential race. Examines the background and career of prominent political figures. Illustrates a wide variety of current political conflicts, covering issues such as the drinking age and the right to bear arms. Includes informative and entertaining discussion on various aspects of American states and communities such as state birds, nicknames, and ratings for the "most livable" states. provides end-of-chapter "On the Web" sections that direct students to links and additional information on the Internet. For anyone interested in learning more about the American political process.
Comparing the States and Communities
Title | Comparing the States and Communities PDF eBook |
Author | Norman R. Luttbeg |
Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
Total Pages | 408 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN |
Politics and Policy in State & Communities
Title | Politics and Policy in State & Communities PDF eBook |
Author | John J. Harrigan |
Publisher | Addison Wesley Publishing Company |
Total Pages | 542 |
Release | 1998 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN |
This up-to-date, highly-readable text for the state and local politics course focuses on twin perspectives: the political economy of state and local politics and the impact of political reformism on states and communities. This book explores the dynamics of state and community politics, the methods citizens use to influence public officials, the major issues facing states and localities, and how the institutions of state and local government have changed over the years.