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Book State and Local Government Essential 2nd Edition Plus Korey California Government 3rd Edition Plus California Election Supplement

Download or read book State and Local Government Essential 2nd Edition Plus Korey California Government 3rd Edition Plus California Election Supplement written by Bowman and published by . This book was released on 2003-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book California Government

Download or read book California Government written by John L. Korey and published by Houghton Mifflin College Division. This book was released on 2005-03-17 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most comprehensive and easy-to-use government texts available, California Government offers a balanced focus on the institutional and behavioral aspects of the state's political foundations. Not only does this text fulfill the state politics requirement of the Cal State University system, but its comparative perspective and attention to issues of ethnicity make it a valuable complement to any general government text. Pedagogical features are designed to enhance student learning—a glossary includes important terms specific to the state of California, chapter-opening epigrams focus chapter material and engage student interest with lively text, and an extensive Notes section at the end of the text thoroughly documents all sources. New! Coverage of the November 2004 California elections and analysis of the recall of state and local officials in 2003 are discussed in Chapters 2 and 9 respectively. New! Declining resident voter turnout is examined in Chapter 5, and material on voting alignments within the state supreme court and the criminal justice system appears in Chapter 8. New! Native American tribes and their significant new role in state politics is discussed in Chapter 9. Links to Internet resources appear at the end of every chapter and provide students with the most up-to-date information on relevant topics. Classroom flexibility has been taken into account in the structure of the text. California Politics complements all American Government texts and can be sold regardless of core text in use. This text also offers a more developed art program than competitors of comparable length.

Book Governing California

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lawrence L. Giventer
  • Publisher : McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages
  • Release : 2003-08
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 222 pages

Download or read book Governing California written by Lawrence L. Giventer and published by McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages. This book was released on 2003-08 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book California Module for State and Local Politics

Download or read book California Module for State and Local Politics written by Todd Donovan and published by Wadsworth Publishing Company. This book was released on 2012-03-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thirty-two-page supplement covers topics particular to California Politics and is free when bundled with the main text.

Book California Politics

Download or read book California Politics written by Renee B. Van Vechten and published by CQ Press. This book was released on 2018-01-12 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A thorough yet concise overview of California institutions, politics, and initiative process, grounded in an overview of California’s political culture." —Ronnee Schreiber, San Diego State University The thoroughly revised Fifth Edition of California Politics: A Primer concisely explains how California’s history, political culture, rules, and institutions come together to shape politics today and how they will determine the state of affairs tomorrow. Author Renee B. Van Vechten begins with a brief political history of California, then walks through direct democracy, the legislature, executive branch, and court system. She covers local government and concludes with a discussion of the state’s budget process, campaigns and elections, political engagement, and policy issues. From the structure of the state′s government to its local representatives, policies, and voter participation, California Politics: A Primer delivers the concepts and details students need. New to the Fifth Edition An emphasis on California’s place in the federal system provides students with context around the state leadership′s resistance to Trump administration policies on things like California’s sanctuary state status, immigration, the environment, and more. Increased coverage of policy topics throughout the book helps students see how recent policy has impacted issues such as greenhouse gas emissions regulations, attempted "fixes" for water- and drought-related issues, new transportation projects, and prison reform. Extended discussions of elections-related innovations introduce students to recent elections-related topics such as the Top-Two Primary, efforts to increase voter registration, all vote-by-mail elections, and redistricting. New coverage of the "Five Californias" gives students a better understanding of California’s political geography and how distinct segments of the population are primed for political engagement or disaffection. New lists of key terms with clear definitions at the end of each chapter enable students to review the content more effectively. New and updated maps and graphics depict important topics such as California’s newly proposed high-speed rail project. Instructors, sign in at study.sagepub.com/california5e to access test banks built on Bloom’s Taxonomy; editable, chapter-specific PowerPoint® slides; a set of all the graphics from the text; and more!

Book American Government Brief Fifth Editon and Korey California Government Third Edition and Election and Map Supplement

Download or read book American Government Brief Fifth Editon and Korey California Government Third Edition and Election and Map Supplement written by Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2001-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Keeping Republic Brief Plus Study Guide Plus Korey California Government Plus California Recall Election Supplement

Download or read book Keeping Republic Brief Plus Study Guide Plus Korey California Government Plus California Recall Election Supplement written by Barbour and published by . This book was released on 2005-10-26 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Democracy in California

Download or read book Democracy in California written by By Brian P. Janiskee and published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. This book was released on 2011-08-16 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Democracy in California: Politics and Government in the Golden State is readable and thought-provoking. It is not the standard 'textbook' example of a textbook. Brian P. Janiskee and Ken Masugi clearly explain the politics and character of California's governmental institutions and the dynamics affecting the lives of its citizens. The third edition is updated throughout and includes analysis of the 2010 election. In addition to thorough coverage of California's constitution and development, this book also examines each branch of government as well as local systems. As Janiskee and Masugi explore the nature of public opinion, parties, and campaigns, they show the effects that the state's diverse population has on all levels of politics and government. Janiskee and Masugi have added case studies to each chapter, bringing ideas to life and challenging the reader to become an active participant in California politics. The case studies are ideal starting points for class discussions. Perfect for courses in American government and state and local politics, Democracy in California is a succinct guide to the governmental intricacies of our nation's most populous state.

Book Guide to California Government

    Book Details:
  • Author : League of Women Voters of California
  • Publisher : League of Women Voters of California
  • Release : 2013-10
  • ISBN : 9780963246516
  • Pages : 241 pages

Download or read book Guide to California Government written by League of Women Voters of California and published by League of Women Voters of California. This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Guide to California Government is a thorough, nonpartisan, easy-to-read book for navigating the often complicated process for voting and engaging with our state government. This 15th edition of the guide provides essential information for every citizen or future citizen of California. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of California is the organization where hands-on work to safeguard democracy leads to civic improvement.

Book Democracy in California

Download or read book Democracy in California written by Brian P. Janiskee and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-06-19 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A readable and thought-provoking textbook, which clearly explains the politics and character of California’s governmental institutions and the dynamics affecting the lives of Californians. In addition to thorough coverage of California’s constitution and development, this book also examines each branch of government as well as local systems. Exploring the nature of public opinion, parties, and campaigns, the author seek to show the effects that the state’s diverse population has on all levels of politics and government.

Book State and Local Government

Download or read book State and Local Government written by Ann O'M. Bowman and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An abridged version of the larger "State and Local Government text, the Essentials edition offers an option for instructors interested in incorporating outside readings or who teach on a quarter system. The text focuses on the increased capacity of state and local government roles in the federal system, offering a perspective on history and the current political climate. The up-to-date, comprehensive coverage fosters student interest and involvement in state and local politics.Relevant web sites and Internet resources are included at the end of every chapter.The comprehensive coverage includes information on the structure of individual government systems.The briefer format of the text provides a less expensive option and more accessible material for non-major students.

Book California

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jeff Cummins
  • Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
  • Release : 2019-08-19
  • ISBN : 1538129302
  • Pages : 359 pages

Download or read book California written by Jeff Cummins and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-08-19 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CALIFORNIA: THE POLITICS OF DIVERSITY, 10th Edition, explores the uniqueness and excitement of California's political environment through two key themes: diversity and hyperpluralism. Experienced educators with backgrounds in state and local government, Lawrence and Cummins bring an informed, insightful perspective to the examination of the numerous pressures that make governing the state increasingly challenging. This edition offers new pedagogical features that drive home significant developments and events in California politics. The text is also written in an easily accessible way that provides examples particularly interesting to students. The new edition covers the final years in office of former Governor Jerry Brown and provides insight on newly-elected Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration. It also provides updated analysis of the state’s major policy areas, including water, housing, transportation, health care, K-12 education, higher education and climate change. No other textbook on California politics offers as much coverage and in-depth analysis of the state’s political development and institutions that have shaped the Golden State into what it is today.