political activity

Describes how the United States government works, and how to get involved in politics including school elections, letter-writing campaigns, and mock political debates.

Spending the summer in Venice with his family turns confusing for Percy when he meets a beautiful, politically radical Venetian girl who wants him to help sabotage his father's engineering project in order to drive tourists out of the city.

Presents thirteen primary documents and interpretive essays on the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre, and includes a bibliography and an introduction providing an overview and context for the event.

A collection of eleven essays that discuss various viewpoints about the influence of celebrities, covering the impact of celebrity activism on domestic and international affairs, philanthropic motivations, and status as role models.

Profiles the life and career of Stephen Colbert, a prominent newsmaker. Through quotes from Stephen Colbert himself, his friends, and critics, readers learn how he views himself, as well as how others regard him.

Profiles the life and career of Elena Kagan, a prominent newsmaker. Through quotes from Elena Kagan herself, her friends, and critics, readers learn how she views herself, as well as how others regard her.

Profiles thirty-three protest songs that have had a significant impact on world culture from the 1930s through the early twenty-first century.

A social commentary on the emergence of women, power, and feminism took center stage during the 2008 presidential campaign.

Discusses the interrelation of art, sociology, and politics between 1965 and 1972, covering liberation movements, political activism, protests, and demonstrations, featuring the efforts of musicians such as John Lennon, Bob Dylan, James Brown, and Fela Kuti.

Fifty celebrities, including Maya Angelou, Tyra Banks, Stuart Scott, and Gabrielle Union, discuss why they think it is important for Americans to vote.