Approaching Democracy
Approaching Democracy
- ISBN 13:
9780131102514
- ISBN 10:
0131102516
- Edition: 5th
- Format: Paperback
- Copyright: 01/01/2003
- Publisher: Pearson College Div
- Newer Edition
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Summary
This accessible paperback introduces readers to the basics of American government, structured around democracy as an ideal toward which we continually strive. It prepares readers to be good citizens, armed with the information they will need to follow politics and make educated choices about leaders, policies, and actions. Thematically organized and comprehensive, it emphasizes a global perspective and offers insight on issues of diversity and the struggles of various groups in the advance toward democracy. Cases and real-world examples reflect current trends and events. For an educated understanding of how to put the concept of democracy into current political context.