Published by Pearson (May 6, 2025) © 2026
Government by the People: Structure, Action and Impact provides a constitutional anchor for critical thinking that helps you become an informed participant in the decisions and processes of our democracy. The authors show the stake we all have in our government and help you see how you can impact the future of your community, the nation and the world.
The 28th Edition offers coverage of the 2024 presidential and congressional elections, as well as analysis of issues such as immigration, legislative gridlock and the role of the judiciary in election controversies. In addition, the authors have updated the tables and figures throughout the text to provide the most recent information available on topics like spending by Super PACs in recent elections and the public’s evolving views on abortion access.
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