Government in America

In Government in America: People, Politics, and Policy, 2020 Presidential Election Edition, 18th Edition, students receive an introduction to political science focused on governance and policy formation. The textbook explains the ways political activity impacts the creation of public policy across American society.

Authors George C. Edwards III, Martin P. Wattenberg, and William G. Howell present an analytical framework to examine how decision makers manage state affairs and evaluate what actions public institutions ought to undertake. Throughout the text, the authors examine the overall scope of government as a central question confronting the American political system.

To ground theoretical concepts in recent historical context, this edition provides detailed narrative coverage of the 2020 presidential and congressional elections. Designed specifically for student learning, the text supports coursework focused on national institutions, civic participation, and democratic governance.