This major new textbook provides a broad-ranging and systematic account of introduction to the contemporary institutions and processes of government in the USA set in a clear historical context. Clearly and accessibly written, The Government and Politics of the United States provides the most comprehensive and sophisticated introduction to the subject available. 'A most impressive manuscript promises to be the most suitable text yet produced for undergraduate students. It is comprehensive in scope, provides a wide range of important detail and is clearly written.' - A.Ware