Presents the history of voting and the election process in the United States and discusses the electoral college, the two-party system, nominations, caucuses, and conventions, campaign funding, and endorsements.
a century of presidential races from the photo archives of the New York times
Widmer, Edward L
2001
A collection of photographs from the archives of "The New York Times, " that chronicle the history of presidential campaigns throughout the twentieth century.
Tells the life story of Senator John McCain up to 2001, describing his years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, his work in the U.S. Senate, and his run for the presidency.
Profiles the life of the Texas governor, including his childhood, education, involvement in the military, personal life, business and outside interests, and campaign for the 2000 Republican presidential nomination.
Examines the life and military career of John McCain, discussing his military family, his education, his years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, and his work as a politician.
Presents a biography of U.S. Senator John McCain, written with simple text and photographs, and details his childhood, family, military service, and highlights from his political career through his Republican presidential nomination for the 2008 election. Includes a list of important dates.
Chronicles the life and political career of Hillary Rodham Clinton, covering such topics as her childhood in Illinois, experiences in law school, marriage to Bill Clinton and period as First Lady, election to U.S. Senator, and presidential campaign.
A biography of Hillary Clinton, discussing her youth, college and law school years, her move to Arkansas and marriage to Bill Clinton, her experiences as a political wife, her election as New York senator, and her own presidential campaign.
