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California Government and Politics Today, 15th edition

Published by Pearson (June 28, 2017) © 2018

  • Mona Field Glendale Community College

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A practical, contemporary overview of California politics
California 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.
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Engaging features help students understand what makes California government unique
  • Throughout the text, readers are continuously offered chances to debate the issues and reflect on the ways in which the political process impacts their lives.
  • Compared to California boxes give perspective on how other states handle the same issues, to provide context for students.
  • Questions to Consider at the end of each chapter stimulate class discussion and may be used to develop themes for essays and term papers.
  • Helpful pedagogical features support students as they read:
    • A glossary offers definitions of key terms that appear in italics in the text;
    • A section entitled “How to Communicate with Your Elected Officials” guides students who wish to participate in the political process;
    • A bibliography offers recommendations for further reading; and
    • A list of political organizations that students may wish to learn more about is included.
New and updated content ensures a contemporary learning experience
  • UPDATED! The inclusion of updated data — on the state budget, lobbying expenditures, and campaign spending — ensures that students get an accurate picture of contemporary California politics.
  • NEW! The impacts of recent and pending ballot measures (including legalization of marijuana, reforms in sentencing, “Calexit,” and Prop. 13 reform) are explored in depth.
  • NEW! The Fifteenth Edition includes critical data on contrasts between California and the nation after the 2016 presidential election.
  • NEW! Coverage of the new and continuing challenges of the cost of housing, the need for an educated workforce, and the role of Silicon Valley in California is included throughout.
  • NEW! The text explores the impact of a Democratic-controlled state government at a time of a Republican-controlled national government.
New and updated content ensures a contemporary learning experience
  • UPDATED! The inclusion of updated data — on the state budget, lobbying expenditures, and campaign spending — ensures that students get an accurate picture of contemporary California politics.
  • The impacts of recent and pending ballot measures (including legalization of marijuana, reforms in sentencing, “Calexit,” and Prop. 13 reform) are explored in depth.
  • The Fifteenth Edition includes critical data on contrasts between California and the nation after the 2016 presidential election.
  • Coverage of the new and continuing challenges of the cost of housing, the need for an educated workforce, and the role of Silicon Valley in California is included throughout.
  • The text explores the impact of a Democratic-controlled state government at a time of a Republican-controlled national government.

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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