Books in Government in Action! series

Explains what a government is, lists three different types of government, and describes the major parts of the American democracy.

Explains what a law is, and how an idea passes through the federal government and becomes a law that people must obey.

Explains how voting defines what democracy is and what the voting process is in America, giving some examples of when votes alone did not decide who became president.

Presents the history of the Bill of Rights, which protects the freedoms of American citizens, and briefly describes each of the ten constitutional amendments that form it.

Explains what it means to be an American citizen, and gives an idea of how someone becomes a citizen including the "Oath of Allegiance" and some sample exam questions.

A behind-the-scenes look at the day-to-day activities of a state governor follows Texas governor Ann Richards as she makes her way through a hectic and productive schedule.

An introduction to mayoral work is based on a day in the life of Norman Rice in Seattle and follows his endeavors to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of people whose lives interact with the structures, institutions, and attractions of the city.

Introduces the United States Constitution and its history, including its roots in the Revolutionary War and the Articles of Confederation, the articles that form it, and how its basic laws manage to stand the test of time.

Explains how elections are part of democracy, covering who can run for office, political parties, how candidates go about being voted in, and how everyone may become involved.

Students will learn about the history of this important position, as well as learning what the main duties of the secretary of defense are. Readers will learn that the secretary of defense oversees the army, navy, air force, and marines, and they will read about what each of these military branches does to keep Americans safe.

Covering secretaries of state from Thomas Jefferson to Colin Powell, this exciting book provides an overview of the important role of the State Department and the secretary of state. Students will learn about some of the key achievements of the department such as the Kellogg Pact.

Ruffin, David C.