Analyzing American Democracy: Politics and Political Science (3rd Edition)
Analyzing American Democracy provides a comprehensive introduction to the American political system, bridging the gap between basic government functions and the rigorous research of modern political science. This text guides readers through the constitutional framework of American government, political behavior, informal institutions, and the formal structures that define the nation’s leadership, concluding with a detailed examination of public policy.
Designed to foster analytical thinking, the book presents contemporary theories and empirical data to address the most pressing questions in modern politics. By reflecting the latest developments in the field, it serves as an essential gateway to the discipline, teaching students how researchers investigate and understand political phenomena through systematic inquiry.
New to the Third Edition:
- Comprehensive analysis of the 2016 and 2018 elections and their long-term political and policy impacts.
- In-depth exploration of social media’s growing influence on political mobilization and communication.
- Examination of the impact of the alt-right and rising populism on national elections and policy-making.
- Analysis of new trends in public opinion and the implications of the weakening of the Voting Rights Act.
Product Details
- Title: Analyzing American Democracy: Politics and Political Science
- Author: Jon R. Bond
- Edition: 3rd
- Publisher: Routledge
- Publication Date: January 23, 2019
- ISBN-10: 1138345180
- ISBN-13: 978-1138345188
