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School Library Journal
Reviewed on March 1, 2001
Gr 7-10 Kowalski's examination of the contemporary American political scene opens with general background about statutory requirements for candidacy and historical information about the development and growth of political parties. The author then discusses how media distortions, the growth of negative advertising, and the explosion of special-interest money in campaign financing have contributed to cynicism and alienation among voters. She concludes with synopses of current proposals to address...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




