Download or read book New Perspectives on American Politics written by Lawrence C. Dodd and published by CQ-Roll Call Group Books. This book was released on 1994 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of 17 original essays surveys all major aspects of American politics, from political participation to institutional processes to public policymaking. This book identifies recurring political themes -- social conduct and conflict; issues, candidates, and elections; policy agendas; and institutional politics -- and asks if politicians of the 1990s can bring stability and coherence to the changing U.S. political system. To facilitate understanding of contemporary American politics, the role of ideas and issue agendas in shaping policy direction and governing processes is covered.