The Struggle for Power and Influence in Cities and States
Features: The text explores four specificthemesthroughout its chapters:The role of power and influence in state and local government and politicsThe tension between representative and participatory politicsThe ways in which the structures of government and political processes interactWhether the outcomes produced by the governmental institutions and processes are good or bad. Practical Exercisespresent real world scenarios that motivate students to get involved in their local the political systems. Questions for Reviewand Chapter Discussion Questionshelp students review the main ideas of each chapter.  New to this Edition: This First Edition text is intended to serve as the core reading for a course on state and local politics.