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For courses in American Government. See who gets what, when and how, in American politics Politics in America examines the participants, stakes, processes and institutional arenas that comprise the power game of American politics. Authors Keith Gaddie and Thomas Dye frame this pragmatic text around 1 of the classic definitions of politics: “who gets what, when and how.” Written from a centrist perspective, the text challenges students to think and talk about hot-button issues as they learn the basics of American government. The 2018 Elections and Updates Edition offers coverage of major issues including the 2018 midterm elections and the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.