Democracy in California
Subtitle: politics and government in the Golden State
By: Brian P. Janiskee and Ken Masugi.
Contributors: Masugi, Ken.
Edition: Post-recall ed.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Lanham
Language: eng
Number of pages: 155
Subjects: California -- Politics and government -- Textbooks.
Genres: Textbooks.
Description: "In Democracy in California: Politics and Government in the Golden State, Brian P. Janiskee and Ken Masugi clearly explain the politics and character of California's governmental institutions and the dynamics affecting the lives of its citizens. Updated throughout, the post-recall edition also includes a new chapter on the unprecedented recall election and its effects on the state. As Janiskee and Masugi explore the nature of public opinion, parties, and campaigns, they show the effects that the state's diverse population has on all levels of politics and government. Perfect for courses in American government and state and local politics, Democracy in California is a succinct guide to the governmental intricacies of our nation's most populous state."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 135-144) and index.