Dictionary of American Government and Politics

Dictionary of American Government and Politics Duncan Watts This Dictionary offers a fresh, up-to-date look at US government and politics, explaining and where necessary demystifying the key terms used in discussion of the political system. Major figures, events, ideas, movements and Supreme Court cases relevant to a study of American politics are included with the aim of allowing readers to develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of the area. The Dictionary also raises key issues and areas of contention and academic debate. Coverage is comprehensive, with around 400 entries, each providing analysis of the subject. Terms are presented in an A-Z format with cross-referencing where appropriate. Duncan Watts is a part-time tutor at Mander Portman Woodward Sixth Form College. He is the editor of the Politics Study Guides series published by Edinburgh University Press and theauthor of numerous books on British and American Politics.