The Contemporary Congress

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Government, Political Parties
Cover of the book The Contemporary Congress by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas, Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas ISBN: 9781538101575
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Publication: January 15, 2018
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Language: English
Author: Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
ISBN: 9781538101575
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Publication: January 15, 2018
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Language: English

In an era of heightened partisanship and increased polarization, The Contemporary Congress offers a clear and concise introduction to legislative processes. Perfect as a brief core or supplementary text for undergraduate courses, Loomis and Schiller construct a comprehensive portrait of the U.S. Congress, from defining congressional structures and procedures, to outlining the process of elections, and analyzing presidential-congressional relations.

The seventh edition focuses on two parallel trends: an increasingly partisan and polarized Congress, and a growing executive power. In addition, the authors make some early observations of relations between the Congress and the Trump Administration. New coverage includes the art of electioneering, the pressures of campaign fundraising, and updated policy goals of the political parties that shape the congressional agenda. From a late night deciding vote by Senator John McCain (R-AZ), to the rise and fall of Freedom Caucus member Representative Tim Huelskamp (R-KS), a new “Spotlight” feature provides brief case studies of decisions made by individual members to illustrate the constant balance that they must strike between their party and their constituents, and what happens when they get that balance wrong.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In an era of heightened partisanship and increased polarization, The Contemporary Congress offers a clear and concise introduction to legislative processes. Perfect as a brief core or supplementary text for undergraduate courses, Loomis and Schiller construct a comprehensive portrait of the U.S. Congress, from defining congressional structures and procedures, to outlining the process of elections, and analyzing presidential-congressional relations.

The seventh edition focuses on two parallel trends: an increasingly partisan and polarized Congress, and a growing executive power. In addition, the authors make some early observations of relations between the Congress and the Trump Administration. New coverage includes the art of electioneering, the pressures of campaign fundraising, and updated policy goals of the political parties that shape the congressional agenda. From a late night deciding vote by Senator John McCain (R-AZ), to the rise and fall of Freedom Caucus member Representative Tim Huelskamp (R-KS), a new “Spotlight” feature provides brief case studies of decisions made by individual members to illustrate the constant balance that they must strike between their party and their constituents, and what happens when they get that balance wrong.

More books from Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Cover of the book Activating the Learner's Brain by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book The Last Great Safari by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Generation X Presidents Leading Community Colleges by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Jewish Art in America by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Narrative Leadership by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Infancy by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Defying Standardization by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book India-Pakistan Nuclear Diplomacy by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Study Guide for Practical Statistics for Educators by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Europe's Reformations, 1450–1650 by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Lincoln's Way by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Living the Legacy of African American Education by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Thinking Like a Teacher by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book American Immigration and Citizenship by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
Cover of the book Math Is Everywhere by Wendy J. Schiller, Professor, Brown University, Burdett A. Loomis, Professor, University of Kansas
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy