Angry, Bored, Confused: A Citizen Handbook Of American Politics

by Michael J Kryzanek

Overview

In this book, Michael J. Kryzanek discusses issues central to American politics--citizenship, power, leadership, problem solving, initiating change--through a series of straightforward questions, with sometimes surprising answers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367314552
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/28/2019
Pages:	316
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Michael Kryzanek is professor and chair of political science at Bridgewater State College, Massachusetts.

Table of Contents

Preface — 1 The Foundations of American Government — 2 The American People and American Government — 3 The Ingredients of Political Power — 4 The Road to Power in American Politics — 5 Politicians and Public Servants — 6 Making Public Policy Decisions — 7 Current Policy Dilemmas in American Government — 8 The Challenges Facing American Government — Conclusion: Good Citizen, Bad Citizen, Indifferent Citizen — Epilogue

Editorial Reviews

"Angry," "bored," and "confused" are three words that describe the typical American's view toward the world of politics. The author works to change this state of affairs by discussing issues central to American politics, such as citizenship, power, and leadership, through a series of straightforward questions, with sometimes surprising answers. The author is a professor and chair of political science at Bridgewater State College in Massachusetts. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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