Politics in States and Communities

by Thomas R. Dye

A lively written, thought-provoking book which uses a clear, accessible approach to political conflict in American states and communities. It explores the what and the why behind current issues including illegal immigration, term limits, the fight against tobacco, campaign finance, sexual harassment, welfare reform, crime in the states, police and law enforcement, state correctional policies, the death penalty, abortion, affirmative action and more. This book compares the public policy and government management strategies of state and local governments, while focusing on the sources and nature of conflict. Coverage demonstrates how communities and states in America play an important role in the political life of the nation. For anyone wanting to learn more about State, Local, State and Local Government and Urban Politics.

Genres: Nonfiction, Politics

535 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1969

Reviews

[Mack Carrasquillo · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was required to read the 15th edition of this book for my State and Local Government class. We read chapters 1-13. My 2 star rating is not based on my class experiences in relation to this book at all. It is solely based on how I feel about this text book.

This is by far the worst textbook I have ever read. A textbook is generally never a fun read but at least you gain information from them. Somehow the writers of this book made information insanely confusing through sometimes using incorrect words to explain a definition or misusing punctuation. I understand that government can be a confusing class so maybe this form of government does not click for me but I feel like the book could have done so much better at explaining the material. In my opinion, this textbook felt like they wanted to fill the pages as much as they can while saying nothing. The only reason this doesn’t get one star is because I do feel like I learned the slightest bit from this book.

[Robert · Rating 3 out of 5]

POLI 2056 stratusphere

[Michelle D]

Good basic text. Read for prerequisite coursework.