Provides a recap of the 2000 presidential election in the United States, discussing the role of the legislative and judicial systems in deciding the controversial contest; and includes definitions of terms.
A description of the United States Supreme Court, the justices, the political power they hold, and how the decisions made in the court affect our lives.
An exploration of the history of presidential campaigning that discusses changes in strategies, significant races and confrontations, the effects and implementation of technology, and more.
Captain Cole becomes increasingly concerned about new U.S. President Averell Torrent's tough-handed foreign policy stance, a perspective that causes him to be targeted and prompts his investigation into the president's role in an assassination plot.
Explores how media literacy has influenced political elections, discussing the use of the Internet and television in campaigns, the importance of critical thinking in evaluating media messages, and the concepts and techniques used in political advertising.
Examines the role of women in political systems around the world, discussing how women have equal representation in some countries while remaining greatly underrepresented in others, and addresses both transnational and national gender-related political issues.
enduring debates that define and inspire our country
Fineman, Howard
2008
Presents thirteen political debates which identify the United States' role in the world including issues related to immigration, presidential power, and the environment.
Examines the debate over political campaigns in the United States, discussing funding, the importance of primaries, electronic voting, dirty campaigning, voter fraud, the nominating process, and related topics.
