First published 2015
Larry J. Sabato opens with the transformed political landscape following the 2014 midterm elections. He dissects the real-world functioning of America's democratic machinery, from the Constitution through Congress, the presidency, and federal courts. Sabato analyzes the electoral behaviors and campaign strategies that drove recent political outcomes. He traces the evolution of political parties and interest groups, revealing their influence on policy formation. The analysis uncovers the complex relationships linking federal, state, and local governance. Sabato demonstrates how polling information and media coverage shape political decisions. Readers gain a comprehensive framework for understanding contemporary American government through updated electoral data and institutional analysis.
Genres: american, political-science, non-fiction, government, academic, american-history
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: informative
Setting: America, United States
Period: 2014, 21st-century
640 pages · Loose Leaf · Pearson