Congress and the Nation 2005-2008, Volume XII: The 109th and 110th Congresses Contributor(s): Cq Press (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0872894851 ISBN-13: 9780872894853 Publisher: CQ Press OUR PRICE: $456.00 Product Type: Hardcover Published: August 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | American Government - Legislative Branch |
Dewey: 328.73 |
LCCN: 65022351 |
Series: Congress & the Nation: A Review of Government & Politics |
Physical Information: 2.7" H x 8.6" W x 11" (6.87 lbs) 1288 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 21st Century |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The signature resource for perspective and analysis on the U.S. Congress Chronicling the highly partisan, yet dynamic legislative environment during the second term of President George W. Bush, Congress and the Nation XII is the most authoritative reference on congressional trends, actions, and political and policy controversies. The newest edition in this award-winning series documents the most fiercely debated issues in recent American politics, providing a unique retrospective analysis of the policies the U.S. Congress crafted during the tumultuous final years of the Bush presidency. Congress and the Nation XII offers thorough coverage of congressional activity in response to:
American citizens
The book also captures the politics and policy implications of the Bush presidency as well as the causes and effects of the partisan turnover in Congress after 2006. Organized by policy area, each chapter contains summaries of legislative activity, including bills passed, defeated, or postponed. Key Features:
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