Elections A to Z - Couverture rigide

Moore, John L

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1568022077 ISBN 13 : 9781568022079

Editeur : CQ Press, 1999

Synopsis

This reference makes the vital and complex American electoral process understandable and accessible. The book is comprehensive, covering all the current issues on the topic, the history and the major concepts behind attaining political office in the United States.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Elections A to Z explains how campaigns and elections, the hallmark of any democracy, are conducted in the United States. The new third edition has been redesigned and updated with new entries covering the vital current elections topics that readers want to know about. Entries range from short definitions of terms like front-runner to in-depth essays exploring vital aspects of campaigns and elections, such as the right to vote, turnout trends, and the history, evolution, and current state of House, Senate, presidential, and some state-level elections. Readers will find essential information on: Stages in the campaign process and the general election The roles of political consultants, the media, and political parties Debates and issues such as term limits, majority-minority districts, and campaign finance Amendments, legislation, and court cases that have shaped electoral, campaign, and voting matters Voter turnout and voting rights in the United States Important terms and concepts like absolute majority and dark horse Highlights of presidential elections throughout U.S. history Now available in a new design with a new lower price, this is a must-have guide for libraries serving researchers interested in elections.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Elections A-Z makes the vital and complex process of elections in the United States interesting and accessible to those for whom they have long seemed both arcane and mysterious. This essential reference tool provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the current issues, history, and concepts behind attaining high political office in the United States. Subjects covered in some 200 entries include running for the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the presidency; debates and stages in the campaign and general election processes; the roles of political consultants, the media, and the American political parties; issues such as term limits and campaign finance; court cases that have shaped the electoral process; important terms (often misunderstood outside the United States): "absolute majority"; "dark horse"; "initiatives and referendums"; historic milestones; scandals in American elections, etc.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: CQ Press
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1568022077
• ISBN 13: 9781568022079
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 576
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible