The American Democracy
In the learn links for the following chapters, page number references are given for The American Democracy (as TAD) and for We The People (as WTP).
We The People
Part One: Foundations of American Government
- 1.
- The American Heritage: Seeking a More Perfect Union
- 2.
- Federal Government: Forging a Nation
- 3.
- Constitutional Democracy: Promoting Liberty and Self-Government
- 4.
- Civil Liberties
- 5.
- Equal Rights: Struggling Toward Fairness
- 6.
- Public Opinion and Political Socialization: Shaping the People's Voice
- 7.
- Political Participation and Voting: Expressing the Popular Will
- 8.
- Elections and the Two-Party System: Defining the Voters Choice
- 9.
- Political Parties: Contesting Elections
- 10.
- Interest Groups: Organizing for Influence
- 11.
- The News Media: Communicating Political Images
- 12.
- Congressional Election and Organization: Sharing the Power
- 13.
- Congressional Policymaking: Balancing National Goals and Local Interests
- 14.
- Presidential Office and Election: Leading the Nation
- 15.
- Presidential Policymaking: Eliciting Support
- 16.
- The Federal Bureaucracy: Administering the Government
- 17.
- The Federal Judicial System: Applying the Law
- 18.
- Economic Policy: Contributing to Prosperity
- 19.
- Social Welfare Policy: Providing for Personal Security and Need
- 20.
- Foreign and Defense Policy: Protecting the American Way
- 21.
- Conclusion: Renewing American Ideals
