s best-selling American government text includes seven new chapters on Texas government using the same public policy approach and “politics matters” theme of the federal government chapters, with up-to-date coverage of important topics such as the 2006 state and midterm elections.2d:T7ec,

Learn how American politics affect public policy.

Adopting a public policy approach to American politics, Government in America looks at government’s impact on the daily lives of Americans. This text introduces the main features of American politics and asks “how should we govern?” and “what should government do?” In looking at the evolving nature of our democracy and the changing scope of our government, Government in America helps students see that politics drives what government can—or cannot do—for the people.

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Emphasize Outcomes. Keep students focused on what they need to learn. A new design facilitates print and digital reading experiences and turns this book’s learning objectives into a clear learning path. On MyPoliSciLab, practice tests help students achieve these objectives by creating personalized study plans.

George C. Edwards