Feinberg, Barbara Silberdick

A dictionary of political terms and concepts appearing often in the news.

Describes the events and motivations which led to Lincoln's famous speech, dedicating the Gettysburg cemetery to the fallen soldiers.

Examines what governors, legislators, judges, and other state officials do, and how their powers and responsibilities differ from state to state.

An account of the Articles of Confederation, which served as the constitution of the U.S.A. from the Revolutionary War to 1788.

A dictionary of terms and concepts related to the U.S. Constitution and to the Supreme Court decisions which have interpreted it.

Surveys how our federal system operates, discussing the constitution and the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.

Text and photos chronicle the life of Senator John McCain up to the year 2000, including his five and a half years as a prisoner-of-war in Vietnam.

Surveys the organization and activities of governments in local jurisdictions across the United States.