01351nam a2200265Ia 4500 TVU_9578 210423s9999 xx 000 0 und d 0073219363 9780073219363 eng 320.473 P317 Patterson, Thomas E. The Thomas E. Patterson, Gary M. Halter Boston McGraw Hill 2006 xxiv, 775 p. ill. 26 cm This comprehensive text is known for its engaging narrative and its positive presentation of the latest developments in scholarship and real-life politics. Through the use of narrative, The American Democracy weaves together theory, information, and examples in ways that highlight key points, make them easy to understand, and capture readers' interest. The Texas edition includes eight additional chapters that examine the government and politics of the Lone Star State including the Texas State Constitution, interest groups, political parties and elections, the legislature, the governor and state agencies, the court system, and local government in Texas. United States; Diplomatic and consular service; American Thomas E. Patterson; Gary M. Halter Trung tâm Học liệu Trường Đại học Trà Vinh