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  • How Congress Works

    Ruth Tenzer Feldman

    Hardcover (Lerner Publishing Group, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Explores the establishment and history of the U.S. Congress; its organization, duties, and limits; and a typical day for its members.
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  • What Does a Mayor Do?

    David J Jakubiak

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Whether they govern small towns or big cities, mayors have a very real impact on the lives of those around them. Students will learn more about mayoral duties and responsibilities through this enlightening book.
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  • Order in the Court: A Look at the Judicial Branch

    Kathiann M. Kowalski

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Describes how the judicial branch of the U.S. government works; looks at the state, federal, and Supreme courts; describes the difference between criminal law and civil law; and looks at the role of citizens as jurors.
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  • A Balancing Act: A Look at Checks and Balances

    Kathiann M. Kowalski

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Explores the role of Congress in the governmental separation of powers and defines the rights and powers of both Congress and the President.
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  • Friendly Foes: A Look at Political Parties

    Elaine Landau

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, July 1, 2003)
    Describes the history and platforms of the two major political parties in the United States (Democrats and Republicans) as well as the bigger third party movements.
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  • Making Laws: A Look at How a Bill Becomes a Law

    Sandy Donovan

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Book by Sandy Donovan
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  • Declaring Freedom: A Look at the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution

    Gwenyth Swain

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, Oct. 1, 2003)
    Explores the origin, meaning, and importance of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
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  • The History of the Republican Party

    Dr Heather Lehr Wagner

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, July 1, 2007)
    In March 1854, a group of men gathered to form a political party in America. They were opposed to the spread of slavery, supported high taxes on imported goods, and were in favor of homesteading. Containing photographs, this work examines the development of the Republican Party, including its prominent figures, key events, and ideological trends.

  • The History of the Democratic Party

    Dr Heather Lehr Wagner

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, July 1, 2007)
    When the Democratic Party was first established by Thomas Jefferson in 1800, it was actually known as the Republican Party. Today it is the oldest political party in the United States. This work offers students the history of this major political entity. It also includes color photographs, sidebars, and a glossary.

  • How Political Parties Work

    Stephanie Finne

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Discusses political parties, including their history, members, responsibilities, and role in the U.S. government.
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  • What Does a Governor Do?

    David J Jakubiak

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2010)
    In our federal system, governors wield a lot of power. Readers will learn how these key leaders interact with both local and federal government, as well as with the legislative and judicial branches of state government.
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  • The President's Work: A Look at the Executive Branch

    Elaine Landau

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, July 1, 2003)
    Book by Landau, Elaine
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