Government in Action is the first-stop resource for information on how government processes work. Each classroom-tested simulation collects documentary material on the legislative process, Congress, the Supreme Court, and the White House media. Library patrons will find an accessible overview of government processes in a format that is not currently available. The series encourages analytical thinking and identification of appropriate sources and content during library research. The simulations not only benefit students but also instructors, who will find the simulations a rich source of...

Government in Action is the first-stop resource for information on how government processes work. Each classroom-tested simulation collects documentary material on the legislative process, Congress, the Supreme Court, and the White House media. Library patrons will find an accessible overview of government processes in a format that is not currently available. The series encourages analytical thinking and identification of appropriate sources and content during library research. The simulations not only benefit students but also instructors, who will find the simulations a rich source of...

Readers will find information on every aspect of political campaigning in America, including:
- The evolution of political campaigns;
- The political and regulatory environment of campaigning, including suffrage and ballot access;
- The importance of the voters and what influences the vote;
- The key players in the campaign organization, including the candidate and various managers;
- Other players who interact with the campaign, including the media and political parties;
- Key strategies and tactics, such as polling and campaign financing;
- Specific types of...