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Party Government: American Government in Action (Library of Liberal Thought),New
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What do we need to know about political parties in order to understand them? In his classic study E. E. Schattschneider delineates six crucial points: A political party is an organized attempt to get control of the government. Parties live in a highly competitive world. The major parties manage to maintain their supremacy over the minor parties. The internal processes of the parties have not generally received the attention they deserve in treatises on American politics. The party is a process that has grown up about elections. And perhaps most important of all is the distribution of power within the party organization.But Party Government is not just about political parties. At its heart is the theory and practice of modern democracy, and it is the most cited, controversial, and probably single most influential study of political parties ever written, Schattschneider questions the purpose of government, who rules, and how government should be organized consistent with its fundamental purpose, which are the enduring fault lines of American democracy. He takes the reader through a thorough and penetrating examination of political parties and the American government. Starting with a historical overview and defense of parties, Schattschneider offers a searing analysis of politics itself, with special focus on the number of interest groups both affecting and affected by government. He describes the various types of political organizationsmajor parties, pressure groups, and minor partiesand offers a study of the twoparty character of the American system.Sidney A. Pearson, Jr. offers a strikingly original new introduction about E. E. Schattschneider and his contribution to political science. Gracefully and wittily written, Party Government is mandatory reading for students and scholars of political science, government, and American political theory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Party Government: American Government in Action'? A: 'Party Government' primarily focuses on the role of political parties in American democracy, exploring their organization, competition, and influence on government.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what is his contribution? A: The book is authored by E. E. Schattschneider, who is recognized for his influential insights into political parties and their function within democracy.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the nature of political parties, their competitive dynamics, the distribution of power within parties, and the impact of interest groups on government.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students of political science? A: 'Party Government' is considered mandatory reading for political science students, offering deep insights into American political theory and practice.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 282 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Party Government' is available in a paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Party Government' was published on December 31, 2003.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Party Government' is the first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect from the introduction by Sidney A. Pearson, Jr.? A: Sidney A. Pearson, Jr. provides an original introduction that highlights E. E. Schattschneider's contributions to the field of political science.
- Q: What makes this book a significant study of political parties? A: The book is considered one of the most cited and controversial studies on political parties, providing a thorough examination of their role in American democracy.