Download or read book The Upper House written by Terence Samuel and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2010-05-25 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They come to Washington for varied and complex reasons—driven perhaps by some deep emotional commitment to an issue, or believing that their time in Congress can make their dream of the presidency a reality. No matter what their motivation or particular route, freshmen have three traits in common: they will be members of one of the most powerful deliberative bodies on the planet; they will have far less leverage and influence than they might have imagined; and finally, none of them—not even the most experienced political hand—will have any idea exactly what will take to succeed as a United States Senator. In The Upper House, political analyst Terrence Samuel journeys inside the legislative arm of the government to discover what makes a modern senator. He gets to the heart of the Senate and follows the people—Harry Reid, Jim Webb, Amy Klobuchar, Jon Tester, Chuck Schumer, Bob Corker—and the institution through displays of dazzling power, bewildering helplessness, and sacred traditions both ancient and modern.
Download or read book Restraining Elective Dictatorship written by Nicholas Aroney and published by ISBS. This book was released on 2008 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book contains chapters from twenty-one leading international scholars and politicians on the history, the recent performance, and the future of upper houses of parliament in Australia, Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom."--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Archives of Maryland written by William Hand Browne and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 796 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Annual Report of the American Historical Association written by American Historical Association and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Twentieth Century written by and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 1186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Nineteenth century and after (London)
Download or read book Connecticut as a Corporate Colony written by Nelson Prentiss Mead and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Betting on the House written by Cassandra Medcalf and published by Cassandra Medcalf. This book was released on 2022-01-12 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The prodigal daughter returns to the mountains... Natalie Roche has made it. She has her life, her independence, and her rock-and-roll dream job: a talent manager in L.A., at the world’s largest music management firm. But when her grandmother dies and leaves her the family house in Appalachian Maryland, she has no choice but to trek her way back east and confront the past she’s worked so hard to escape. And family drama isn’t the only thing she finds in the mountains. Bonnie Baker is used to difficult clients: after all, working as a public attorney for ten years offers no shortage of headaches. No one could blame her for indulging in a one-night stand to relieve the stress… until the blue-eyed bombshell from the bar shows up in her office. Now they're both fighting the rules and fighting their attraction, and Natalie has more than just her inheritance at stake. Between the demands of her overbearing boss, her family's secrets, and the weight of her past, will she capsize under the pressure? Or will her new-found friendships teach her what makes a house a home? Betting on the House is an LGBT homecoming story with themes of found family, small town life, and a sprinkling of spice. It is the first book of the stand-alone Fixer Upper Romance series.
Download or read book Parliamentary Debates written by New Zealand. Parliament and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Statesman s Year book written by Frederick Martin and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 858 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Church Organization The Constitution of the Church in the United States of America in Canada and in New Zealand With an Introduction by W Sherlock written by William Sherlock and published by . This book was released on 1870 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Multicameralism written by Fouad Sabry and published by One Billion Knowledgeable. This book was released on 2024-09-21 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the secrets of political science with "Multicameralism." This insightful volume explores multicameral legislative systems, detailing their structures, functions, and effects on governance. A must-read for those passionate about legislative frameworks, this book serves as an invaluable resource. 1: Multicameralism: Begin with a comprehensive overview of multicameralism, its definition, historical evolution, and contrasts with other systems. 2: Parliament: Examine the role of parliaments in multicameral systems, including their structure and influence on policy. 3: Senate: Delve into the Senate's unique functions and historical context within multicameral frameworks. 4: Legislature: Gain insight into legislative bodies, their functions, and their role in multicameralism. 5: Bicameralism: Contrast multicameralism with bicameral systems, focusing on their effectiveness and structure. 6: Unicameralism: Explore one-chamber systems, highlighting their advantages and limitations. 7: Tricameralism: Investigate tricameral systems, discussing their unique structures and associated challenges. 8: Upper House: Understand the upper house's significance and impact on legislative processes. 9: House of Representatives: Examine the House of Representatives' functions within various legislative frameworks. 10: Outline of Government: Understand how multicameral systems integrate into the overall government structure. 11: Member of Parliament: Explore the responsibilities of members in multicameral systems and their governance contributions. 12: Croatian Parliament: A detailed look at the Croatian Parliament and its multicameral impact on politics. 13: Landtag: Study the Landtag and its role in regional multicameral systems. 14: Australian Parliaments: Explore the operation of state and territory parliaments within a multicameral framework. 15: Supermajority: Understand supermajority concepts and their implications in multicameral systems. 16: Dominican Congress: Examine the Dominican Republic's Congress and its multicameral structure. 17: Parliament of Serbia and Montenegro: Study the historical and functional aspects of the Parliament of Serbia and Montenegro. 18: State Government: Explore state government operations within multicameral frameworks. 19: Legislative Chamber: Understand the roles of various legislative chambers in multicameral systems. 20: Italian Parliament: Analyze the Italian Parliament's multicameral system and its governance influence. 21: Assembly of Yugoslavia: Examine the historical significance of the Assembly of Yugoslavia and its multicameral structure. "Multicameralism" is not just a book; it’s a crucial tool for deepening your understanding of legislative systems and their governance impact. This resource enriches your knowledge of political science and global legislative practices.
Download or read book Women Elections Representation written by Robert Darcy and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 1994-01-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first women representatives in the United States were elected in 1894 when Colorado votes sent three women to the state legislature. Now, a century later, women almost everywhere are the majority of voters but a distinct minority of elected officials. This discrepancy is a puzzle for those who thought democratic institutions would incorporate newly enfranchised women, and a problem for those working to expand democratic representation. Darcy, Welch, and Clark examine women candidates and candidacies in the United States and several other democratic nations. Their careful analysis reveals that male voters and political elites are not the barriers to women's election that common wisdom suggests. Instead, they find that a party's ability to determine candidate selection, along with election procedures that benefit incumbents, produces slow turnover of elected officials and few opportunities for new women candidates. In addition, the authors analyze nomination procedures and election systems to document both the conditions that lead political parties to nominate more women and the mechanisms that yield more victories by women candidates. Women, Elections, and Representation is an extensively revised and expanded edition of a successful text that provides a thorough and up-to-date account of research on women and politics.
Download or read book Democracy in Practice written by Helena Catt and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-03-11 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: bThis unique textbook provides students with a detailed look at many different aspects of democracy in practice: clearly describing and analysing all three existing models of democracy: * participatory democracy * referenda and initiatives * representative or liberal democracy. Using numerous real life examples from all over the world, this text explores how each is used in practice and provides discussion of the main problems with each model, answering the question: Why are there so many different forms of democratic practice?
Download or read book Japan written by Lucien Ellington and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2002-03-30 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A valuable addition to ABC-CLIO's Global Studies series, this resource covers Japan in two main sections—a narrative history and an extensive general reference section. Japan: A Global Studies Handbook offers a friendly introduction to this vital, ancient country. In a series of practical, readable essays, this title explores Japan's island geography and its influence on the nation's history. Japan traces the "economic miracle" that was born in the ashes of World War II and grew into an economy seven times the size of China's—but at considerable social cost. It examines Japan's vibrant cultural traditions—from the 11th century's The Tale of Genji to karaoke, sushi, and the "salary man." Japan entices readers to continue their exploration by offering an inviting collection of jumping-off points: a timeline of Japanese history; a mini-encyclopedia of significant people, places, and events; and an annotated bibliography covering all aspects of Japanese society.
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Download or read book The American Anomaly written by Raymond A. Smith and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seymour Martin Lipset pronounced over a decade ago, "Someone who knows only one country knows no country." It is well established that students learn the intricacies of American politics better when they are presented in a comparative context. In today’s globalized society and workforce, it is all the more important for students to understand that the American political system is in many ways the exception and not the rule. Introductory textbooks on American government, however, rarely emphasize in sufficient depth how the United States compares to other political systems. And introductions to comparative politics infrequently situate the United States in their analysis. The American Anomaly systematically analyzes the U.S. political system by way of comparison with other countries, especially other industrialized democracies. It is organized into four sections, respectively covering the constitutional order, governmental institutions, political participation, and public policy. Extended case studies in each chapter draw on all the major regions of the world. Thoroughly revised throughout, the third edition includes: Updates throughout to reflect recent developments, including battles for control of Congress and the White House in 2010 and 2012, the challenges and successes of the Obama presidency, and political developments including the rise of the Tea Party and Occupy Wall Street. The addition of a ready-reference glossary defining key terms, along with a key terms list at the end of each chapter. Updates to examples from other countries, such as changes to the European Union in light of the Eurozone crisis, the weakening of the Mexican state due to surges in drug-related crime, and the growth of China’s global role. A substantive update to the domestic policy and foreign policy chapters. A significant update on online/web-based activism, with particular regard to the expanding role of social media. New tables and charts in each chapter. A companion website also offers overview slides, links, and other supporting features.
