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Published in 2021 and printed in black and white, this textbook aligns with the topics and objectives of many government courses. The faculty involved aimed to make the workings, issues, debates, and impacts of government meaningful and memorable for students while maintaining conceptual rigor. The content is organized to provide a logical progression from fundamental principles of institutional design at the founding to avenues of political participation, and thorough coverage of the political structures that constitute American government. It builds on prior knowledge, emphasizing connections between topics and between theory and application. Each section aims to enable students to recognize and work with concepts in ways that will be beneficial in future courses, careers, and as engaged citizens. The revision includes more examples and details regarding the lived experiences of diverse groups within the United States, helping students understand the interconnections between government, society, and individuals. The authors sought to balance confronting negative aspects of American government and history while highlighting progress. This approach provides instructors with opportunities to foster discussions, extend concepts, and enhance engagement.

Published in 2021, this textbook aligns with the objectives of many government courses, aiming to make the workings and impacts of government meaningful to students while maintaining rigorous conceptual coverage. The content is organized to provide a logical progression from foundational principles to avenues of political participation and a comprehensive overview of political structures in American government. It builds on prior student knowledge, emphasizing connections between topics and the application of theory. Each section aims to enable students to recognize and effectively engage with concepts, preparing them for future courses, careers, and active citizenship. The revision includes more examples and details reflecting the lived experiences of diverse communities in the U.S., helping students understand the interconnections between government, society, and individuals. The authors and reviewers balance addressing negative aspects of American government and history with highlighting progress, creating opportunities for instructors to foster discussions, extend concepts, and enhance engagement.