Including commentary, data and analysis of the November 04 elections, the second edition of Politics USA gives students a rich and varied introduction to all aspects of the American political system.

Politics USA provides students with an overview of US political institutions, looking in detail at the main institutions and giving in-depth coverage of the presidency, the Congress and the Supreme Court. The book analyses US foreign policy and the impact of the 'War on Terror' on American politics.  There are also chapters on domestic policy making and key issues such as abortion and affirmative action.  The book pays considerable attention to the historic and socio-economic contexts of American politics and greatly enhances the reader's ability to understand not only the What of American politics, but also the why?

For undergraduate courses in American politics.