State and Local Government

Informationen zum Autor Kevin B. Smith is professor and chair of the political science department at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and has been studying and teaching state politics and policy for more than twenty years. He has authored or co-authored nine books and dozens of scholarly articles, and is a former associate editor of State Politics & Policy Quarterly. Prior to becoming an academic he covered state and local politics as a newspaper reporter. Jayme Neiman is a PhD candidate in political science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her research interests include individual political behavior and civic engagement. Before entering into research, she worked as a local campaign manager and in nonprofit management. Klappentext State and Local Government 2014-2015 Edition - an all-new collection of compelling readings from respected sources such as Governing, State Legislatures, Stateline.org, State and Local Government Review, and Capitol Ideas - hits all the crucial marks for your state and local course. Year after year, these highly readable and up-to-date articles cover the significant issues. In this edition, editors Kevin Smith and Jayme Neiman have chosen readings that look at topics such as state legalization of marijuana; proposals to change the allocation of Electoral College votes; state problems with passing a budget; and the rise of Republican governors. With the context and currency you have come to expect as hallmarks of this reader, the 2014-2015 Edition brings timely and sharp analysis into your state and local government classroom. Zusammenfassung A collection of readings from respected sources such as Governing, State Legislatures, State and Local Government Review, and Capitol Ideas. It looks at topics such as state legalization of marijuana; proposals to change the allocation of Electoral College votes; state problems with passing a budget; and the rise of Republican governors. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part I: Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations Chapter 1: Seeking 'A More Perfect Union': Federal-State Relationship Strained and It Could Get Worse - Jennifer Ginn, Capitol Ideas Chapter 2: The Future of Federalism in a Polarized Country - Paul L. Posner and Timothy J. Conlan, Governing Chapter 3: The Path to Success: States Make Tough Choices on Expanding Medicaid, Operating Exchanges - Mary Branham, Capitol Ideas Chapter 4: Feds Won't Sue States Over Marijuana - Maggie Clark, Stateline Part II: Elections and Political Environment Chapter 5: In California, Election Day Really is Election Month - Summer Parkerperry, Capitol Weekly Chapter 6: The National Popular Vote Compact and States' Rights - Patricia A. Crouse, Michael S. Ferguson, and Michael D. French, Western Connecticut State University Chapter 7: The Little-Known but Highly Valuable Vacancy Committee - Seth Masket, Pacific Standard Chapter 8: The Ramifications of Changing the Electoral College - Louis Jacobson, Governing Chapter 9: Can You Separate Federal Issues from State Elections? - Alan Greenblatt, Governing Part III: Political Parties and Interest Groups Chapter 10: Renewable Energy Incentives Survive Lobby Attack - Jim Malewitz, Stateline Chapter 11: In Memory of Sandy Hook, Tech Companies Continue Push for Gun Control - Jason Shueh, Government Technology Chapter 12: State Campaign Contribution Limits on the Rise - Adam Wollner, The Center for Public Integrity Chapter 13: Two GOP Operatives Reveal How to Turn Texas Blue - Kevin Mahnken, The New Republic Part IV: Legislatures Chapter 14: The Recall is the New Normal - Seth Masket, Pacific Standard Chapter 15: The Top Ten Legislative Issues to Watch in 2014 - Liz Farmer, Chris Kardish, J. B. Wogan, Mike Maciag, and Ryan Holeywell, Governing Chapter 16: Shutdown Showdowns - Todd Haggerty, State Legislatures Part V: Governors and Executives Cha...

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Kevin B. Smith, Jayme L. Neiman, Kevin B. Smith, Kevin B. Neiman Smith
• Con la collaborazione di: Jayme L. Neiman (Editore), Kevin B. Smith (Editore)
• Editore: Sage Publications Ltd
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 18.12.2014
• EAN: 9781483374260
• ISBN: 978-1-4833-7426-0
• Pagine: 176
• Categoria: Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Scienze politiche