This lively text offers clear and succinct coverage of California government that blends political data with economic, cultural, and demographic trends, and analyzes the link between the economy and the political process. California Government and Politics Todayis written by a college professor who is also an elected official in California, offering a unique insider's view that will engage and inform students. This new edition continues the book's tradition of offering accessible, nuts-and-bolts coverage while also encouraging political activism and developing the studentrs"s own unique political views.