Publisher's Synopsis
Draws students into the study of American politics, showing them how to think critically about "who gets what, and how" while exploring the twin themes of power and citizenship. Readers are pushed to consider how and why institutions and rules determine who wins and who loses in American politics, and to be savvy consumers of political information. This approach is thoroughly updated in the Eighth Edition to consider the influences of today's technology and social media on politics and civic engagement. Authors Christine Barbour and Gerald Wright show students how to effectively apply critical thinking skills to the political information they encounter every day. Up-to-date with 2016 election results and analysis, as well as the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings, shifting demographics, and emerging and continuing social movements.
