California Government and Politics Today, 15th edition

Published by Pearson (June 14, 2021) © 2018

  • Mona Field Glendale Community College
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A practical, contemporary overview of California politicsCalifornia Government and Politics Today explains California’s ever-changing political situation in the context of social and economic trends. As in previous editions, author Mona Field focuses on the state’s ethnic and cultural diversity as well as the global economy’s impact on California (and vice versa). In addition, she helps students to view political involvement as an essential component of achieving the California Dream. The Fifteenth Edition includes updated data and coverage of contemporary issues, including contrasts between California and the nation after the 2016 presidential election.
NOTE: This ISBN is for a Pearson Books a la Carte edition: a convenient, three-hole-punched, loose-leaf text. In addition to the flexibility offered by this format, Books a la Carte editions offer students great value, as they cost significantly less than a bound textbook.

1. California Politics in Perspective
2. The Californians: Land, People, and Political Culture
3. California's Historical Development
4. Freedom and Equality: California's Delicate Balance
5. Media Influences, Social Media, and Interest Groups
6. Political Parties and Other Voluntary Organizations
7. Campaigns and Elections: Too Many?
8. The California Legislature
9. California's Plural Executive: Governor Plus Seven
10. Paying the Bills: California's Budget Struggles
11. California Courts and Judges
12. Criminal Justice and Civil Law
13. City Governments: Providing the Basics
14. Counties, Special Districts, and K--Graduate Public Education
15. Challenges for California's Future
Appendix A: Directory of Organizations and Parties That Anyone Can Join or Support
Appendix B: Communicating Your Views to Your Elected Officials

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