Book Description | Get up to speed on the U.S. political systemConfused by caucuses, primaries, and pollsters? Puzzled by the various parties and special interest groups? Politics For Dummies has everything you need to understand local, state, and national politics; how to communicate with your elected officials; and what your representatives can do for you.Youll find out all about lobbying groups, sub-committees, the government branches, and how elections work. Also included is new information on how to use online tools and social media to find out what legislation is on the floor, what issues are before the Supreme Court, and when congress and the Supreme Court are in session.Understand the United States political systemLearn more about the three branches of U.S. governmentDiscover the differences in federal, state, and local operationsGet need-to-know information for involvementThis book cuts through the political jargon and provides clear, up-to-date details about everything from legislation to polls to presidential elections in the United Statesand explains how you can become a political player yourself. |