Inside American politics

Readers are invited to learn more about lobbyists as they explore informative text on this important political topic.

Readers will explore how much power the president actually has as they learn about the history of executive orders.

Many pieces of important legislation are passed because of compromises and deals struck between lawmakers. The U.S. Constitution was created through a complex system of compromises, and this process continues in American government today. Readers get an inside look at this part of the political system as they discover historical and modern examples of influential compromises and deal.

Supreme Court decisions have impacted many parts of American life throughout the country's history, and understanding these decisions helps readers become more informed citizens.

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

Readers will discover about this unique part of American politics as they explore some of the most famous filibusters in U.S. history, including recent filibusters by Wendy Davis and Nancy Pelosi.