This book is organized to examine the major subjects taught in American politics through the lens of twenty-five hot button issues affecting American politics and policy today. These key issues reflect the ideas, principles, concerns, fears, morals, and hopes of the American people. The authors argue that these issues are the heart and soul of the American political system, serving as the basis for the disagreements that drive citizens, public servants, and elected officials into action.
This book is organized to examine the major subjects taught in American politics through the lens of twenty-five hot button issues affecting American politics and policy today. These key issues reflect the ideas, principles, concerns, fears, morals, and hopes of the American people. The authors argue that these issues are the heart and soul of the American political system, serving as the basis for the disagreements that drive citizens, public servants, and elected officials into action.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Michael Kryzanek is Emeritus Professor of Political Science and Special Assistant to the President of Bridgewater State University. He is the author of books on American politics, US foreign policy, and Latin American politics. Dr. Kryzanek received his undergraduate degree from Marquette University and his Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. While on the faculty, he received awards for teaching and research, including the Lifetime Achievement Award. Ann K. Karreth is Assistant Professor of Politics and International Relations at Ursinus College. Dr. Karreth's primary research interest is in African democracy and international development. She has published articles in numerous journals and book chapters. She teaches courses in comparative politics, research methods, public policy and American foreign policy. Dr. Karreth received her undergraduate degree from Boston College and her Ph.D. from the University of Georgia.
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Introduction Chapter 1 - Terrorism and Homeland Security Chapter 2 - The Middle Class and the American Dream Chapter 3 - Global Warming and Climate Change Chapter 4 - Health Care and Health Care Reform Chapter 5 - Immigration and Immigration Politics Chapter 6 - Taxing and Spending Chapter 7 - Social Security and Medicare Chapter 8 - Race Relations and Racial Politics Chapter 9 - Reforming Education Chapter 10 - Abortion Rights Chapter 11 - Gun Rights Chapter 12 - Gay Rights Chapter 13 -Capital Punishment Chapter 14 - Money and Politics Chapter 15 - Religion and Politics Chapter 16 -Science and Politics Chapter 17 - The Drug War Chapter 18 - Energy and Energy Conservation Chapter 19 - Poverty, Inequality and Social Welfare Chapter 20 - National Defense Chapter 21 - China Chapter 22 - Iran Chapter 23 - Russia Chapter 24 - Conflicts in the Middle East Chapter 25 - Globalization and Trade Conclusion
Introduction Chapter 1 - Terrorism and Homeland Security Chapter 2 - The Middle Class and the American Dream Chapter 3 - Global Warming and Climate Change Chapter 4 - Health Care and Health Care Reform Chapter 5 - Immigration and Immigration Politics Chapter 6 - Taxing and Spending Chapter 7 - Social Security and Medicare Chapter 8 - Race Relations and Racial Politics Chapter 9 - Reforming Education Chapter 10 - Abortion Rights Chapter 11 - Gun Rights Chapter 12 - Gay Rights Chapter 13 -Capital Punishment Chapter 14 - Money and Politics Chapter 15 - Religion and Politics Chapter 16 -Science and Politics Chapter 17 - The Drug War Chapter 18 - Energy and Energy Conservation Chapter 19 - Poverty, Inequality and Social Welfare Chapter 20 - National Defense Chapter 21 - China Chapter 22 - Iran Chapter 23 - Russia Chapter 24 - Conflicts in the Middle East Chapter 25 - Globalization and Trade Conclusion
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