How government works

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Declaring war

2019
Explores the history of declaring war, including the government branches involved, the process, and more.

Vetoing bills

A book for young readers about the power of the veto and how it has been implemented throughout history.

Collecting taxes

This book paints a vivid and engaging picture of the people who levy taxes and legislate tax reforms, imparting the necessity of tax collection.

Executive orders

Looks at the history of this important executive power, explains executive orders that have had wide-ranging effects, and demonstrates the legal limits of the president's power.

Declaring war

This book contextualizes some of the conflicts in American history, from the last declaration of war for World War II to the conflicts of Vietnam through to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Passing a budget

A book for young readers about the act of passing a government budget.

How Congress works

a look at the legislative branch
2004
Explores the establishment and history of the U.S. Congress, its organization, duties, and limits, and a typical day for its members.

Making laws

a look at how a bill becomes a law
2004
Explains the lawmaking process, discussing each step needed to turn a bill into a law.
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