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Product Description: The study of the American presidency, both as a political institution and the men who have held the office, is one of the most fascinating and dynamic fields of study within American government. New Directions in the American Presidency takes a current look at the various issues facing the presidency and provides a "state of the art" overview of current trends in the field of presidency research...read more

Product Description: From the political rumor mill to pop culture, all signs suggest that the United States is finally ready for a woman in the White House. But is the vision of an imminent Madam President truly in line with today's political reality? Rethinking Madam President offers a critical assessment of the inroads made by female candidates into the previously male bastion of electoral success--exploring whether they are at all relevant to the race for the presidency...read more

Product Description: From the political rumor mill to pop culture, all signs suggest that the United States is finally ready for a woman in the White House. But is the vision of an imminent Madam President truly in line with today s political reality? Rethinking Madam President offers a critical assessment of the inroads made by female candidates into the previously male bastion of electoral success exploring whether they are at all relevant to the race for the presidency...read more

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Product Description: This new text provides an interesting, lively, and timely discussion of contemporary political issues in America that involve women as political participants, candidates, and office holders. The study of women and politics is a powerful voice within the discipline of Political Science, and this first edition text is a dynamic addition to the ongoing dialogue...read more

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