Politics for Dummies

By Ann DeLaney

Book Overview

"A world of detailed and authoritative information is packed into them..." -- U.S. News and World Report, on ...For Dummies? Books "Ann's book explains politics in clear concise language that everyone can understand." -- Mike McDaniel, Republican, on Politics For Dummies "Politics For Dummies gets my vote for the best how-to political book on the market." -- Doug Richardson, Former Executive Director of the Democratic Governor's Association "How many people can say 'I truly made a difference'? Politics For Dummies tells you how to do it." -- Rex C. Early, Former Indiana Republican Party Chair Includes Tear-Out Voter Registration Card! Contrary to popular belief, politics is not a dirty word! But during any given election over a third of the adult population in the United States doesn't vote. If you're part of that population that is intimidated and frustrated by the political process, the issues involved, or the candidates, Politics For Dummies? is your key to the colorful world of politics. You'll learn how things really work in politics and how your voice can make a difference. You'll get the inside scoop on how and where to vote, how to choose a party, what makes a good candidate, what special interest groups do, and where all the campaign money goes. This book cuts through all of the political jargon and provides practical, easy-to-understand information on everything from campaigns to polls to the presidential election. Inside, you'll discover how to: Register to vote -- with the voter registration card included! Choose a political party that's right for you Select a candidate to support with confidence Contact your national, state, or local representative Detect and know when to ignore negative campaigns and mud-slinging Tap into the Internet's political Web sites Recognize when the media (and you) are being manipulated by politicians Take action, get involved, and have fun in politics!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 156884381X
• ISBN13: 9781568843810
• Release Date: December 1995
• Publisher: For Dummies
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.0" x 7.3"

Customer Reviews

Great Political Tool

Right now Sarah Palin is using this most adequate political tool preparing for her debate against Joe Biden. After tomorrow evening (10/02/2008) we'll see how it worked.

Politics for Dummies

Haven't read the whole thing, but so far it has been very simple to understand and read.

Be careful when decrying bias

Some people interpret bias whenever something doesn't square perfectly with their view. In this case describing Republican voters as white, upper-class etc, happens to fit the facts presented by countless polls. It's just a fact. Read it as such. This book is extremely helpful for the novice seeking more information on politics. Don't let Rush Limbaugh style rants against "liberal bias" turn you off.

Great Introductory Book

This book is a great introduction into political participation. It is written in simple language (as should be inferred from the title) and provides a fairly clear map for anyone who is interested in ACTIVE participation in politics. If you are interested in overcoming the American political apathy, buy this book.