Cengage Learning American Government & Politics Today 2009-2010: Texas Edition

People are often hesitant to become involved in the political process, but AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAYuTEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 demonstrates how seemingly small steps can make a big difference. Combining comprehensive coverage of the U.S. and Texas political processes, the book uses intriguing, real-life examples and exercises to engage readers in the fascinating intricacies of American governmentuinspiring you to participate in the political process. As it introduces concepts, the book illustrates specific ways readers can participate, showing through exciting examples how individualsuof all ages and backgroundsucan make a profound impact. Active participation can be as simple as calling a local politician to share an opinion on a local issue, registering to vote, or viewing a town council meeting on local access cable. The book includes expanded coverage of the 2008 presidential election and promotes critical thinking throughout with issue discussion, comparison, and debate. Engaging and inspiring, AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS TODAYuTEXAS EDITION, 2009-2010 helps readers discover the importance of active, informed citizenship. Again and again, readers see the power of one to make a difference. Review "The chapter of congress is great, along with the chapters on the presidency and the courts." "The book is one of the most thorough and comprehensive books I have seen in American Government. It is an excellent text." "The American Government and Politics Today text is laid out logically, its content and pedagogy are clear and comprehensive, and its ancillary package is impressively expansive." "(Schmidt is) an evolved textbook that covers the core content in an approachable and easily digestible format -- a good place to introduce students to both the dynamics and challenges of American style democracy and governance." "I was introduced to American Government and Politics Today when it was adopted by the Department for use during a two year cycle. I simply fell in love with the depth, substance and logic of how the material was presented. a] I like the way that the chapters are organized and topics are addressed. Information is presented in a logical and easily understood manner. The photographs and illustrations help bring to life the topics that is being addressed and helps students understand better why the material is relevant to them and their families." .,." but in Schmidt the authors bring Texas-relevant material to the student and that makes it a much more effective textbook." "Excellent overview of key concepts that establish a political literacy necessary for students to understand American and Texas Politics." "The get involved exercises are exactly the type of thing I want my students to experience. Students benefit greatly when the information they receive is relevant to their real lives." .".. but in Schmidt the authors bring Texas-relevant material to the student and that makes it a much more effective textbook." ..". but in Schmidt the authors bring Texas-relevant material to the student and that makes it a much more effective textbook."