"America is the greatest democracy in the world ... isn't it? Author Elizabeth Rusch examines some of the more problematic aspects of our government but, more importantly, offers ways for young people to fix them"--

Examines the Constitutional origins of modern-day political problems and outlines solutions for these issues. Examines the Constitutional origins of modern-day political problems and outlines solutions for these issues. Husband-and-wife team Cynthia and Sanford Levinson take readers back to the creation of this historic document and discuss how contemporary problems were first introduced -- then they offer possible solutions. Think Electoral College,...

Learn how the three branches of government operate, how amendments are enacted, and how the Constitution has changed.

See the U.S. Constitution in a new light with this bold, modern and accessible illustrated guide to the document that helped define democracy.

"This ... young adult adaptation brings her ideas to a new audience. When America achieves milestones of progress toward full and equal black participation in democracy, the systemic response is a consistent racist backlash that rolls back those wins. We Are Not Yet Equal examines five of these moments: The end of the Civil War and Reconstruction was greeted with Jim Crow laws; the promise of new opportunities in the North during the Great Migration...

Presents a series of articles and essays criticizing recent developments in American government and foreign policy, especially during the administration of George W. Bush.

This Benjamin Franklin anthology includes Poor Richard's Almanack, The Autobiography, speeches in the Constitutional Convention, writings on slavery, essays, news reporting, political satires, bagatelles, pamphlets, and letters.

A historical account of the Truman presidency discussing the man, his personal views and quarrels, foreign policy decisions, legislation and programs, and his political strategies.