political parties

"A history of antiracist and abolitionist activism in the Civil War-era Republican Party"--.

"It's election time, and campaign ads are everywhere. But what does fundraising, door knocking, and campaigning have to do with getting elected? Readers learn all about political campaigns and how they play a part in our elections"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the ways that presidential elections have developed over time.

Readers are encouraged to find their own voice in Presidential power debates as they're introduced to the varying viewpoints surrounding the issue of presidential power.

Readers are presented with facts about the origins of the election system, how elections have changed over the years, and how elections currently function.

"Political parties are not mentioned in the Constitution. How did they come about? Why are they important? This handbook examines the two-party system in the United States and how it evolved, with relevant facts and interesting sidebars. Open-ended 'Think About It' questions frame each topic."--Back cover.

Readers learn about how the president gets elected, their various roles, the power they have and how that is balanced with other branches of government, and controversies and hardships a president may face during their time in office.

The story of Andrew Jackson's improbable ascent to the White House, centered on the handlers and propagandists who made it possible.

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.

"To many, bipartisanship is a fundamental aspect of American democracy: it is designed to allow voters of differing political beliefs to find a political party that most closely conforms to their values. However, in a 2015 poll, 43 percent of Americans identified with neither party, preferring to be politically independent. Is the two-party system essential to American politics? What part does it play in our electoral and political systems? Growing concerns about political polarization and bipartisanship's role in it have also come to light. This volume explores the various perspectives about the future of American democracy"--Provided by publisher.