
Why States Matter
An Introduction to State Politics
Rowman & Littlefield (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 12. March 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-4422-6806-7 (ISBN)
Description
When it comes to voting, taxes, environmental regulations, social services, education, criminal justice, political parties, property rights, gun control, marriage and a whole host of other modern American issues, the state in which a citizen resides makes a difference. That idea-that the political decisions made by those in state-level offices are of tremendous importance to the lives of people whose states they govern-is the fundamental concept explored in this book. Gary F. Moncrief and Peverill Squire introduce students to the very tangible and constantly evolving implications, limitations, and foundations of America's state political institutions, and accessibly explain the ways that the political powers of the states manifest themselves in the cultures, economies, and lives of everyday Americans, and always will.
Reviews / Votes
Since Why States Matter was first published, there have been many important political developments at the state level that have not only affected people's lives, but have also impacted the relationship between the federal and state governments. In the second edition Moncrief and Squire address many of these developments, and have therefore strengthened the argument that students and scholars interested in American politics should not neglect what happens in state legislatures across the country. I know my students will enjoy the new edition, as they have reacted positively to the state-level comparative approach taken by the authors. -- Richard Ledet, Troy University "Why States Matter is a timely and important look at the role of the states in the American federal system. While much of the American public and media focus on Washington, D.C., Moncrief and Squire remind us of the crucial place of the states in the American system. The book provides an accessible but thorough introduction to state policy making and politics. -- Jonathan Winburn, University of MississippiMore details
Edition
Second Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Lanham, MD
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
24 Tables, unspecified; 7 Charts
Dimensions
Height: 232 mm
Width: 163 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
386 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4422-6806-7 (9781442268067)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Gary F. Moncrief is University Foundation Professor of Political Science Emeritus at Boise State University.
Peverill Squire holds the Hicks and Martha Griffiths Chair in American Political Institutions at the University of Missouri.
Peverill Squire holds the Hicks and Martha Griffiths Chair in American Political Institutions at the University of Missouri.
Content
Preface to the Second Edition
Chapter 1: Making a Case for the States
Chapter 2: States and the Federal System
Chapter 3: The Policymaking Environment in the States
Chapter 4: The Policymaking Capacity of State Governments
Chapter 5: Public Policy and the States in a Changing Federal System
Chapter 6: Elections and Political Parties
Chapter 7: State Fiscal Systems
Chapter 8: Why States Matter Now
Index
About the Authors
Chapter 1: Making a Case for the States
Chapter 2: States and the Federal System
Chapter 3: The Policymaking Environment in the States
Chapter 4: The Policymaking Capacity of State Governments
Chapter 5: Public Policy and the States in a Changing Federal System
Chapter 6: Elections and Political Parties
Chapter 7: State Fiscal Systems
Chapter 8: Why States Matter Now
Index
About the Authors