political action committees

"The story of the dramatic postwar struggle over the proper role of citizens and government in American society. In the 1960s and 70s, an insurgent attack on traditional liberalism took shape in America, built on new ideals of citizen advocacy and the public interest. . . . Drawing energy from civil rights protests and opposition to the Vietnam War, the new citizens movement drew legions of followers and scored major victories, disrupting plans for highways and dams, banning harmful chemicals, and blocking pipelines. . . . 'Public Citizens' traces the history of the public interest movement and explores its tangled legacy, showing the ways New Deal liberalism fell apart and the challenges in trying to replace it"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to political action committees.

"Have you ever wondered why presidential candidates need money for their campaigns? How do they get the funds they need to succeed in politics? This book focuses on how and where presidential candidates obtain the money to help them run for the country's highest office. Readers will learn about the history of campaign fund-raising and discover how candidates in different time periods approached it. They'll also learn about historical events, including a recent Supreme Court decision, that changed the nature of fund-raising. Timelines, graphic organizers, and colorful photographs help students visualize the concepts, and sidebars provide additional information to enhance the text"--Provided by publisher.

Through accessible language and relevant examples and photographs, readers discover the history of political action committees and how they continue to influence American politics.

Explores the role of PACs, Super PACs, and fundraising in American politics.

Includes a wide range of opinions surrounding Super PACs.

Profiles nearly two hundred interest groups, describing their history, activities, agenda, and financial facts, and presents tables and figures showing the donation totals of political action committees and the lobbying expenses of various groups in 1997 and 1998. Also includes a glossary, a bibliography, and contact information for approximately 180 interest groups.