The Legislative Branch of Federal Government

People, Process, and Politics

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The Legislative Branch of Federal Government

People, Process, and Politics

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This volume focuses on the U.S. Congress, its history, constitutional powers, daily workings, and the politics that affect its operation.

Spanning the history of the federal system of government of the United States, The Legislative Branch of Federal Government: People, Process, and Politics looks at the evolution of the U.S. Congress over the past 225+ years, then describes its current structure, responsibilities, and daily operations.

Readers will learn how congressional powers have changed with different interpretations of the Constitution, how a colorful gallery of power brokers (famous and infamous) made its mark, and how politics (both electoral and within the Capitol) affects legislation, oversight efforts, and other actions. The volume includes a "mini-pedia" of alphabetically organized entries and the concluding chapter highlights some fascinating examples of interactions between Congress and the other branches of federal government.

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Published Aug 20 2008
Format Hardback
Edition 1st
Extent 528
ISBN 9781851097128
Imprint ABC-CLIO
Illustrations 48 bw illus
Dimensions 254 x 178 mm
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Gary P. Gershman

Gary P. Gershman, PhD, is assistant professor of h…

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