American Government Brief : Power and Purpose (Brief 8th ed)

This edition combines concise coverage of the central topics in American government with compelling critical analysis, including coverage of the 2004 elections.

With new in-text learning tools, "American Government" uses refined pedagogical apparatus to help students approach American politics and government analytically.

A new capstone chapter - "Does American Government Work?" - explores the challenges the American system faces today, including the influence of advocacy groups and moneyed interests, divided government versus one-party control, and the use of prosecution and investigation for political gain.