American Government 101: From the Continental Congress to the Iowa Caucus, Everything You Need to Know about US Politics - Hardcover

by Kathleen Sears (Author)

Understand American government, elections, and the Constitution with this engaging, accessible introduction to how US politics really works.

Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of government into tedious discourse that would put even the president to sleep. American Government 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you learn. From the backstory of the Constitution to the institution of the Electoral College, this primer is packed with hundreds of entertaining tidbits and concepts to help you learn about how the government of the United States actually works.

So whether you want to learn about how policies and laws are created, or just want to become a better-informed voter, American Government 101 has all the answers--even the ones you didn't know you were looking for.

Author Biography

Kathleen Sears loves following politics, and learning the ins and outs of the political process. She has studied U.S. history for the past seven years. She lives in Syracuse, NY.