{"product_id":"the-american-anomaly-volume-2-9780415814331","title":"The American Anomaly (Volume 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeymour Martin Lipset pronounced over a decade ago  \"Someone who knows only one country knows no country.\" It is well established that students learn the intricacies of American politics better when they are presented in a comparative context. In todays globalized society and workforce  it is all the more important for students to understand that the American political system is in many ways the exception and not the rule. Introductory textbooks on American government  however  rarely emphasize in sufficient depth how the United States compares to other political systems. And introductions to comparative politics infrequently situate the United States in their analysis. The American Anomaly systematically analyzes the U.S. political system by way of comparison with other countries  especially other industrialized democracies. It is organized into four sections  respectively covering the constitutional order  governmental institutions  political participation  and public policy. Extended case studies in each chapter draw on all the major regions of the world. Thoroughly revised throughout  the third edition includes:  Updates throughout to reflect recent developments  including battles for control of Congress and the White House in 2010 and 2012  the challenges and successes of the Obama presidency  and political developments including the rise of the Tea Party and Occupy Wall Street.  The addition of a ready-reference glossary defining key terms  along with a key terms list at the end of each chapter.  Updates to examples from other countries  such as changes to the European Union in light of the Eurozone crisis  the weakening of the Mexican state due to surges in drug-related crime  and the growth of Chinas global role.  A substantive update to the domestic policy and foreign policy chapters.  A significant update on online\/web-based activism  with particular regard to the expanding role of social media.  New tables and charts in each chapter.  A companion website also offers overview slides  links  and other supporting features.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45815919411253,"sku":"ByrdShop_0415814332","price":59.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780415814331.jpg?v=1785176199","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-american-anomaly-volume-2-9780415814331","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}