Lewis L. Gould
The Modern American Presidency
- ISBN 13:
- 9780700616848
- author:
- Lewis L. Gould
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Press of Kansas
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 360
- Genre:
- Politics Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Modern American Presidency: Second Edition, Revised and Updated by Lewis L. Gould. This comprehensive study of the modern American presidency offers a lively interpretive synthesis filled with intriguing insights into the evolution of the office during America's rise to global prominence. Gould examines the decline of the party system, the growing importance of the media in shaping public perception, and the expansion of the White House staff and executive bureaucracy. A new chapter provides a critical assessment of one president's performance, highlighting the challenges faced by leaders in recent decades and the consequences of their decisions. This updated edition builds on Gould's previous conclusions, shedding light on the complexities of modern American governance and the presidency's role within it.
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