American Government and Readings in American Politics

The text that professors trust to get students thinking analytically about American government now includes new content on how race, gender, and group identity intersect with political behavior and institutions. And, leading scholars have contributed new “Analyzing the Evidence” features that engage students with the questions and methods that political students use themselves.The 2014 Election Update editions include results and analysis from the 2014 election results as well as updated discussions of other important political developments, such as Obama’s executive orders on immigration and the new limits on the filibuster. In addition, many figures and tables have been updated with the latest data.Readings in American Politics: Analysis and Perspectives introduces students to the political science behind the information in their textbook. In addition to foundational documents and classic works that have shaped the field of American politics, Ken Kollman presents recent scholarship and readings that analyze current issues.