The Oxford Guide to the United States Government is the ultimate resource for authoritative information on the U.S. Presidency, Congress, and Supreme Court. Compiled by three top scholars, its pages brim with the key figures, events, and structures that have animated U.S. government for more than 200 years.
In addition to coverage of the 2000 Presidential race and election, this Guide features biographies of all the Presidents, Vice Presidents, and Supreme Court Justices, as well as notable members of Congress, including current leadership; historical commentary on past elections, major Presidential decisions, international and domestic programs, and the key advisors and agencies of the executive branch; in-depth analysis of Congressional leadership and committees, agencies and staff, and historic legislation; and detailed discussions of 100 landmark Supreme Court cases and the major issues facing the Court today. In addition to entries that define legal terms and phrases and others that elaborate on the wide array of government traditions, this invaluable book includes extensive back matter, including tables of Presidential election results; lists of Presidents, Vice Presidents, Congresses, and Supreme Court Justices with dates of service; lists of Presidential museums, libraries, and historic sites; relevant websites; and information on visiting the White House, the Capitol, and Supreme Court buildings.
A one-stop, comprehensive guide that will assist students, educators, and anyone curious about the inner workings of government, The Oxford Guide to the United States Government will be a valued addition to any home library.
In addition to coverage of the 2000 presidential race and election, this A-to-Z guide features biographies of all the presidents, vice presidents, Supreme Court justices, and notable members of Congress, plus historical commentary and detailed discussions of 100 landmark Supreme Court cases.
The editors present important concepts, events, individuals, laws, and even nongovernmental organizations in this research-oriented book. Included are biographies of every president, vice president, chief and associate justice of the Supreme Court, many leaders of the House and Senate, and four first ladies. The book also supplies articles on women and minorities in Congress; issues such as 'Campaign Financing, Congressional,' 'Rights of the Accused,' and 'Test Cases'; and historically important events, terms, and traditions, such as 'Gulf of Tonkin Resolution,' 'Bunk,' and 'Snuff....' This solid reference work is highly recommended for public, academic, and high school libraries.
