This work is intended to introduce students to the tensions between the Soviet Union and the United States that dominated international affairs in the second half of the 20th century.

This book provides a thought-provoking discussion of issues that influence voter registration and turnout in contemporary America. It covers issues that are consistently in the media, such as gerrymandering; voter ID; and rules pertaining to when, where, and how Americans register and vote.

This book tells the historical narrative of the press as a defining part of America's elections, political parties, and political life, examining topics such as the expansion of the press into the Western territories and states in the early 19th century, the growing independence of the press after the Civil War, the early history of wireless communication, the emergence of radio and television as powerful media, and the daunting challenges newspapers...

Clarifies the region's complex history and ongoing problems by exploring areas of overarching significance. Deals specifically with the broader issues of culture, religion, women, economics, governance, and media, as well as the role that the region's modern history has played in shaping the ways of life, values, and worldviews of its peoples.

This book explores the American political process as seen through the lens of six pivotal presidencies that shaped America's culture, politics, and society and considers how our current president may be the latest transformative leader in this lineage. It offers insight into the American political machine and reveals how and why the two-party system became so dominant in American politics.

Provides information on the U.S. electoral process, in-depth analysis on specific political eras and issues, and more. Includes analysis of the campaigns for presidency as well as congressional and gubernatorial contests from the primaries through the general election; data on the candidates, winners/losers, and election returns; and coverage of campaign finance, reapportionment and redistricting.

This set presents easy-to-understand information on 90 global conflicts and diplomatic efforts. It covers specific conflicts that have had a truly global impact, as well as the efforts and organizations focused on solving these conflicts. Arranged alphabetically, each of the approximately 90 entries will cover the origins of a conflict or diplomatic effort, its current status, and its wide-ranging impact on the world.