Why States Matter
An Introduction to State Politics
3rd Edition
Published on 17. February 2020
Book
Paperback/Softback
290 pages
978-1-5381-3615-7 (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
[T]he best of the state and local texts. And it's not particularly close. -- Dave Claborn, Howard Payne University Why States Matter is an accessible and engaging introduction to state politics using a comparative approach. The authors incorporate research and current events to explain state politics and policymaking. The text outlines the important role of states in US policymaking while also highlighting the issues and challenges facing state governments. -- Jaclyn Kettler, Boise State University Why States Matter is a clear, engaging text that helps students understand the central role states play in politics and citizens' lives. Both more approachable and more substantive than a traditional undergraduate textbook, Why States Matter will draw students in and help them to better appreciate the role of states. -- Nicole Shoaf, Missouri Southern State UniversityMore details
Edition
3rd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
US School Grade: From College Freshman to College Graduate Student
Illustrations
33 tables; 4 graphs; 8 textboxes
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
424 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5381-3615-7 (9781538136157)
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Persons
Peverill Squire holds the Hicks and Martha Griffiths Chair in American Political Institutions at the University of Missouri.
Gary Moncrief is University Foundation Professor of Political Science at Boise State University.
Gary Moncrief is University Foundation Professor of Political Science at Boise State University.
Content
Preface
Chapter 1: Making a Case for the States
Chapter 2: States and the Federal System
Chapter 3: State Fiscal Systems
Chapter 4: The Policymaking Environment in the States
Chapter 5: The Policymaking Capacity of State Governments
Chapter 6: Public Policy and the Role of the States in a Changing Federal System
Chapter 7: States and Their Local Governments
Chapter 8: Elections and Political Parties
Chapter 9: 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: State Fiscal Systems
Chapter 4: The Policymaking Environment in the States
Chapter 5: The Policymaking Capacity of State Governments
Chapter 6: Public Policy and the Role of the States in a Changing Federal System
Chapter 7: States and Their Local Governments
Chapter 8: Elections and Political Parties
Chapter 9: Why States Matter Now
Index
About the Authors