Governing America

ISBN-13: 9780816075676 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 1179 str.

William E. Cunion Paul J. Quirk

Opis

Much of the controversy and debate in modern American life revolves around such public policy issues as abortion, gun control, health care, and immigration. Governing America is a new, three-volume collection of essays designed to give readers the complete story behind the major policy issues of the 21st century. This comprehensive resource takes a unique perspective on public policy issues and presents them in historical context. Controversial issues along with the history of the U.S. government's involvement in these debates are examined in great detail by experts in the field.

Coverage includes:

Abortion

Affirmative action

Banking

Capital punishment

Consumer product safety

Domestic violence

Drugs

Gay rights

Global climate change

Gun control

Health care

Homeland security

Immigration and citizenship

Religion

Renewable energy

Taxation

and more.