Federalism in America : an encyclopedia
著者
書誌事項
Federalism in America : an encyclopedia
Greenwood Press, 2006
- : set
- v. 1
- v. 2
大学図書館所蔵 全12件
注記
Vol. 1. A-J -- v. 2. K-Z
Includes bibliographical references and index
内容説明・目次
内容説明
This encyclopedia provides a comprehensive reference explaining the major concepts, institutions, court cases, epochs, personalities, and policies that have shaped, or been shaped by, American federalism. It describes federalism's creation and evolution, and its influence on governmental institutions, procedures, and policies at the local, state, and national levels. The models used to explain the various historical eras in the development of federalism are also included.
Over 430 topics relating to American federalism are described. Included are descriptions of how the major and minor institutions of American government fit into the federal system and affect it. Descriptions of many of the court cases and legal concepts that have shaped American federalism are also included as are descriptions of ways in which federalism influenced the creation and implementation of many public policies. Entries include: John Adams, Voting Rights Act of 1965, Citizenship, Bush v. Gore, Dual Federalism, Civil War, Theodore Roosevelt, Electoral College, and Three Fifths Compromise. Sidebars further illuminate the concepts examined including relevant sections of the Constitution and other examples.
目次
Alphabetical List of Entries Topical List of Entries Preface Introduction Timeline of American Federalism The Encyclopedia Appendix 1: Articles of Confederation Appendix 2: United States Constitution and Amendments List of Contributors
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