The U.S. Congress: A Very Short Introduction

(Part of the Very Short Introductions (#244) Series and Oxford's Very Short Introductions series Series)

by Donald A. Ritchie

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Donald A. Ritchie, a congressional historian for forty years, takes readers on a fascinating, behind-the-scenes tour of Capitol Hill, pointing out the key players, explaining their behavior, and translating parliamentary language into plain English. He also explores the essential necessity of compromise to accomplish anything significant in the legislative arena. However, recent events show that political polarization has hardened and produced gridlock,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0197620787

ISBN13:9780197620786

Release Date:December 2022

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:184 Pages

Weight:0.33 lbs.

Dimensions:0.4" x 4.6" x 6.9"

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Government Legislative Branch Political History Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences

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The U.S. Congress: A Very Short Introduction

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