No previous book has pulled together into one place a single, comprehensive volume that provides up-to-date coverage of state government and politics, along with the states’ current and future public policies. This new book does just that, offering students, scholars, citizens, policy advocates, and state specialists accessible information on state politics and policy in 34 topical chapters written by experts in the field. The guide provides contemporary analysis of state institutions, processes, and public policies, along with both historical and theoretical perspectives that help readers develop a comprehensive understanding of the 50 U.S. states’ complex and changing political spheres. Those who use this volume—from experienced scholars to neophytes—can rely upon the guide to provide: Basic factual information on state politics and policy Core explanatory frameworks and competing arguments Insightful coverage of major policy areas as they have played out in the states. INDICE: Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations - Carol S. WeissertThe Past, Present, and Future Role of State Constitutions - John DinanGeography, Political Culture, and American Politics - James G. GimpelInterstate Interactions - Ann O’M. BowmanDemocratic Responsiveness - Justin PhillipsInitiative and Referendum - Frederick J. Boehmke and Joshua J. DyckElection Administration - Michael J. Hanmer and Richard G. NiemiInfluences on State Elections - Thomas M. Carsey and Monica MooreState Party Organizations - Paul S. Herrnson and Jeffrey A. TaylorInterest Groups and Their Influence - Peter L. FranciaRegulating Interest Groups in the States - Christopher WitkoMedia Politics in the States - Martin JohnsonHistory and Development of State Legislatures, 1619 to 1961 - Peverill SquireDistricting - Michael P. McDonaldLegislative Diversity - Beth ReingoldLeadership and Committee Organization - James Coleman BattistaLegislative Reform - Alan RosenthalGubernatorial Backgrounds, History, Elections, Powers - Margaret R. Ferguson and Joseph J. FoyBureaucracy - Cynthia BowlingOrganization and Structure of State Courts - Paul BraceJudicial Selection and Retention of State Court Judges - Meghan E. Leonard and Laura CarlsonSpecialization in the Courts - Lawrence BaumCourts and the Initiative and Referendum Process - Kenneth P. Miller and Aditya PaiPolicy Process in the States - Lilliard RichardsonInnovations and Diffusion - Andrew KarchFiscal Policy - James E. Alt, Soledad Artiz Prillaman, and David Dreyer LassenMoral Issues - Laura S. HusseyCriminal Justice Policy and Public Safety in the American States - Nicholas P. Lovrich, Faith E. Lutze, and Nichole R. LovrichEducation Policy - J. Celeste LayEnvironmental Policy - David M. KoniskyHealth Care - Laura Katz OlsonImmigration - Tristany Leikem and Shanna Pearson-MerkowitzWelfare - Richard C. Fording
- ISBN: 978-1-4522-1996-7
- Editorial: CQ Press
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- Fecha Publicación: 21/01/2014
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