American Government and Politics: Deliberation, Democracy, and Citizenship

By Joseph M. Bessette, John J. Pitney Jr., Lyle C. Brown, et al.

Book Overview

Bessette/Pitney's AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS: DELIBERATION, DEMOCRACY, AND CITIZENSHIP is based on the idea of "deliberative democracy" political systems work best when informed citizens and public officials deliberate to identify and promote the common good. Emphasizing citizenship, the text examines the way that civic culture and immigration impact students and shape the country. It offers solid historical coverage and a close look at civic responsibility.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1133587895
• ISBN13: 9781133587897
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 2.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.4" x 10.8"