Democracy in California
Politics and Government in the Golden State
Rowman & Littlefield (Publisher)
Published on 31. July 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-0-7425-2252-7 (ISBN)
Description
In Democracy in California: Politics and Government in the Golden State, Brian P. Janiskee and Ken Masugi clearly explain the politics and character of California's governmental institutions and the dynamics affecting the lives of its citizens. Including thorough coverage of California's constitution and development, this text also discusses each branch of government as well as local systems. As Janiskee and Masugi explore the nature of public opinion, parties, and campaigns, they show the effects that the state's diverse population has on all levels of politics and government. Perfect for courses in american government and state and local politics, Democracy in California is a succinct guide to the governmental intricacies of our nation's most populous state.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Lanham, MD
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
240 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7425-2252-7 (9780742522527)
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Persons
Author
Assistant Professor of Political Science, California State University, San Bernardino, USA
Director, Center for Local Government, Claremont Institute, USA
Content
From tribes to one common citizenry - California's diversity; constitutional government in California - the evolution of a progressive state; public opinion and the media; parties and interest groups; campaigns and elections; the legislature; the executive; the California courts and the progressive legislature; the budget and government finance; local government.