The cornerstone of the American republic is an educated, active, and engaged citizenry; however, the multifaceted inner workings of government and the political forces that shape it are incredibly complex. "Kentucky Government, Politics, and Public Policy" is the first book in nearly three decades to provide a comprehensive overview of the commonwealth's major governing and political institutions and the public policy issues that profoundly affect Kentuckians' daily lives.In this groundbreaking volume, editors James C. Clinger and Michael W. Hail have assembled respected scholars from across...