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A Tour d'Horizon of the UN's Successes and Failures
In 1945, in San Francisco, when the UN Charter was written, the victors of the Second World War were looking to create an international body that would guarantee global security and prevent another conflagration like the one they had just experienced.The lines from the Tennyson poem "Locksley Hall:" "Till the war-drum throbbed no longer, and the battle flags were furl'd / In the Parliament of Man, Federation of the World" were carried by President Truman in his back pocket when he gave his famous address calling for a United Nations.
Balanced assessment of the UN
There is not much new in this book for those who follow the UN, but it is a balanced assessment. His reform recommendations err on the conservative side, although he does show how the US Congress imposes limits on the organization and then blames it for not doing more. The book is intended for a general readership rather than scholars or those with an in-depth knowledge of the UN.

Moving forward, looking back
Analyzing almost sixty years of United Nations history is, to say the least, an ambitious undertaking. Kennedy has tackled the challenge admirably producing a substantive and very readable account of the "evolution of the many UNs since 1945".His previous participation in the review and reform process of the UN system adds to his qualifications.This study is an excellent entry for anybody interested in learning more about this unique institution, its origins, growth and progress into one of the most complex international organizations.
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Subjects:  1. General    2. History    3. International    4. International Relations (General)    5. International Relations - Diplomacy    6. International Relations - General    7. International relations    8. Political Science    9. Politics / Current Events    10. Politics/International Relations    11. United Nations    12. United States - General    13. Political Science / General   

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American Government
This book gives a clear,factual overview of the governmental system and institutions in the US. Very helpful especially for foreigners and beginners who want to know more about how the US governmental system works.

Good basic review of American government
I read this book for the CLEP test but I also supplemented it with a college textbook.I wouldn't recommend someone take the CLEP after reading just this book, it is just too basic.Read this book and supplement itwith a textbook for key areas and you'll easily pass the test.

Excellent Study Guide for the CLEP US Government Subject Exa
This was an excellent study guide for the CLEP subject exam.It coveredall subjects on the exam in a concise manner, easy to understand, not toowordy, yet complete.Also, a great value.Gives a good basicunderstanding of American Government. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Civics & Citizenship    2. Government - National    3. Political Science    4. Politics and government    5. Politics/International Relations    6. Study Guides    7. U.S. Government (General)    8. United States    9. POLITICS & GOVERNMENT    10. Political Science / Government / National    11. USA   

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Good Introduction to Strauss
The Zuckerts do a good job of giving a fairly comprehensive introduction to Strauss's complex and wide ranging thought. A notable and distinguishing feature from other recent books on Strauss is their historical analysis of the causes for the recent attention given to Strauss in some popular media outlets. The Zuckerts show, by means of actual quotation of the sources (a novel idea for some of the media which have made inaccurate pronouncements on Strauss's thought), that the flurry was spawned by a combination of LaRouchite propoganda and the bad and misleading scholarship of Shadia Drury. Also noteworthy for those a bit more familiar with Strauss is a history of the division of "Straussianism" into East coast and West coast Straussians (the Zuckerts describe themselves as "Midwest" Straussians) and a very thoughtful and penetrating analysis of Strauss's theory and use of esotericism. The book itself also stands as an outstanding example of Straussian scholarship by giving a first-hand illustration of Strauss's method of close reading. Along with the recent offerings of Pangle, Smith, Sorensen and Meier, the work shows just how inadequate and misleading the media treatment of Strauss has been.
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Subjects:  1. History    2. History & Theory - General    3. Philosophy    4. Political    5. Political Ideologies - Democracy    6. Political Science    7. Politics / Current Events    8. Politics/International Relations    9. United States    10. Political Science / Democracy    11. Political science & theory    12. Social & political philosophy   

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Nothing Subtracts like Division . . .

Jim Geraghty: one of the more sensible National Review writers
A number of writers at the National Review foolishly believe that it might be good if the Republican Party is rebuked in the November elections.Thankfully, Jim Geraghty has his head screwed on tight.The author clearly understands that the Democrats cannot be trusted with national defense issues.We are at war with Islamic nihilism and this struggle cannot be won if terrorism is considered merely a nuisance to be handled by our local police departments.No, the terrorists must be either killed or imprisoned.A middle ground solution is not viable.
Outstanding!
Geraghty has written the must-read book of the political season. It portends that even in the face of crappy poll numbers and an occassionally ill-focused agenda, Republicans are likely to continue their string of electoral successes in large measure because voters don't trust the Democrats and the American left to successfully prosecute the War on Terror.
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Subjects:  1. Conservatism    2. Government - U.S. Government    3. Influence    4. Political Ideologies - Conservatism & Liberalism    5. Political Process - Elections    6. Political Process - Political Parties    7. Political Science    8. Political aspects    9. Politics / Current Events    10. Politics/International Relations    11. September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001    12. U.S. - Contemporary Politics    13. War on Terrorism, 2001-    14. Political Science / Elections   

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Excellent look at the development of the House
A few months ago, I read The Most Exclusive Club, Lewis Gould's history of the modern U.S. Senate.When I saw that a book about the House of Representatives was coming out, I knew that it would be a good companion piece to Gould's book.Then I saw it was by Robert Remini, the fabulous biographer of Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay and Daniel Webster and knew that this book was a must-read.And though Remini has expanded beyond the Jacksonian era he has specialized in, he has still written a great book.
A good narrative but lacking in some respects
Long regarded as "the people's House," the House of Representatives has enjoyed a special position in American history.Devised as the most democratic of the institutions outlined in the Constitution, it has defined innumerable aspects of the country's development, as well as witnessing the struggles over the key issues in our nation's past.In chronicling over two centuries of its existence, the distinguished historian Robert Remini has undertaken no small challenge - to recount the people and events of a part of government often overshadowed by more distinguished bodies and positions withing our governing system.
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Subjects:  1. Congress.    2. Government - Legislative Branch    3. Government - U.S. Government    4. History    5. House    6. Political Science    7. Political Science (General)    8. Politics / Current Events    9. Politics/International Relations    10. U.S. Government (General)    11. United States - General    12. United States.    13. Political Science / Congress   

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Haven't read it, but heard an interview with the author.
I haven't read this book yet, but I heard an interview with the author last night on NPR.In that light, I can't comment on the book or it's proposals, but I can say that the author sounded very knowledgeable and his arguments well thought out and supported.I am in the middle of the road politically, and the author is clearly a passionalte liberal, but the book sounds as if it would be an interesting look into the next presidential election for people on both sides of the political spectrum. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1951-    2. 2001-    3. Democratic Party (U.S.)    4. Political Ideologies - Conservatism & Liberalism    5. Political Process - Elections    6. Political Process - General    7. Political Process - Political Parties    8. Political Science    9. Politics / Current Events    10. Politics and government    11. Politics/International Relations    12. Southern States    13. United States    14. Political Science / Political Parties   

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No ordinary nightmare, just current reality!
This book is a dousing of icy liquid that will wake-up many a sleep at the wheel. One only needs to glean a wee-bit-of truth from its well written pages. Overall it's crisp, clear, and hard-hitting. . . in a twisted sort of way. I had a hard time putting "Hope of the Wicked" down.I found myself drawn at all hours of the night reading it's pages, inspite of the revelations. Have you wondered how the plans of the global elite will affect you and your family? See what the role of endless war and chaos will play in ushering a New World Order. What is the power behind the CFR, TC and FEMA? Find out how the Constitution and national sovereignty are regularly being subverted. (Do a search for Executive Orders) What is the Federal Reserve and who owns it? Is our education system playing a wicked role to destroy our Nation? Find out this and more. Is there really a conspiracy to rule the world? Unfortunately, the pieces of the puzzle fall neatly into place as you read the plethora of history and the well-documented, horrifying quotes. Although published in 2000, you will see the impact of the Internationalists, up to that point in time. Much has happened since then and the hour is late. Is the time of liberty and prosperity coming to a close? For those who want to further your education, may I suggest you seek Aaron Russo's, America:Freedom to Fascism on the web and in theaters soon.Finally, the information in this book is relevant whether you're an American, Canadian, European or where ever you call home.Your life is really about to change, if the global elite continue to get their way. . .
Well Documented, Dated, Overly Long, and Yet Worthwhile
Ted Flynn's "Hope of the Wicked" is one of the most often cited works in the genre of conspiritorial history.Long had I considered ordering and reading it and long had I avoided so doing.It seemed to me that there was so much emphasis on the United Nations, an organization which seems to be more irrevelant as time goes on, as to make the whole less than worthy of the time necessary to read a book of such length.Finally, I was moved to order, if only because it is a title also carried by "Catholic Treasures", a largely undiscovered source of awesome wisdom and truth.
Understanding the occult political realities.......
This is the most complete historical research and present dayanalysis of the US and world political reality. Indispensable to understand in depth what is happening and why, and who our real enemies are behind the scenes. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Christianity - Theology - Anthropology    2. Conspiracy & Scandal Investigations    3. Current Events / Political    4. Fiction    5. Political Science / Public Affairs & Administration    6. Religion - Socialissues    7. Current Events    8. Political    9. Political Science    10. Public Affairs & Administration   

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Interesting, but lacking
I was very much looking forward to reading this book.But I must say that from the first chapter I was disappointted with the writing.The book reads like a string of unrelated newspaper articles or diary entries.There is no underling arc that ties all of the little stories together.
The best book on the Supreme Court out there.
This may possibly be the best book ever written in regards to the US Supreme Court.Opening with the end of the Warren Court, Woodward and Armstrong go on to describe the Burger Court from 1969-1975.Talking at length about Abortion, the Nixon case, and the Death Penalty, as well as giving great insight into the minds of the 9 men who interpret the nation's constitution.An amazing book, everyone should read it.

A Classic History of the Burger Court
I have just re-read this book, which I first enjoyed while I was taking Con Law in law school in the late 1970s.It is a little dated, but still a fun and well-written insider's story of the workings of the U.S. Supreme Court.Woodward and Armstrong write with an "inside the beltway" politically-correct perspective which may seem a little dated today.That's one feature that stands out.When it was originally released, Jimmy Carter was just being elected President, and the Congress was 2/3 Democratic.The political battlegrounds have changed in a generation.However, judicially, not as much as you might expect.Many key issues - abortion, free expression, and the role and limits of government, e.g., - continued through Rehnquist's term as Chief and still face the Roberts court.While today's Court line-up is more conservative, the process of internal court politics is certainly similar, so this book remains useful in attempting to understand both the history of the Court when it issued so many of those decisions that still drive politicians mad today, and how the often convoluted opinions on divisive issues are formed.
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Subjects:  1. Courts - General    2. History - U.S.    3. History: World    4. Law    5. Legal System    6. U.S. Supreme Court    7. United States - General    8. History / General   

Subjects:  1. 1722-1803    2. Adams, Samuel,    3. Biography    4. Biography / Autobiography    5. Constitutions    6. Declaration of Independence    7. Historical - U.S.    8. Political Ideologies - Democracy    9. Political Science    10. Politicians    11. Politics / Current Events    12. Politics/International Relations    13. Signers    14. United States    15. United States - Colonial Period    16. United States - Revolutionary War    17. United States.    18. Political Science / Constitutions   

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Government is cool!
This book is very helpful and in good shape. Nothing is missing, but you can tell it has been used.

Gotta love Big Ed
Ed Sidlow is one of our foremost minds in American Government today.I have had the pleasure of having both him and Dr. Henschen as instructors, and believe you me, if you could talk to Dr. Sidlow for 10 minuets about Robert Byrd, you would be in stiches!

Good intro text
North Dakota State Univ uses this in its intro to American Gov't course. It is an easily readable text that covers everything that a government text should. Lots of links to the Internet are included as well, and the info is very up-to-date. Covers impeachment and everything else. I'll bet that the next edition includes the whole 2000 election fiasco. I only noticed one error, but that's probably due to the fact that I live in the state referenced. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Civics & Citizenship    2. General    3. Political Science    4. Politics / Current Events    5. Politics and government    6. Politics/International Relations    7. Textbooks    8. United States    9. POLITICS & GOVERNMENT    10. Political Science / General   

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high school level textbook
I suppose nobody is going to buy this book unless they have to, so there is not much point to reviewing it.My girlfriend took the course. I looked at the book and was disappointed.Paralegal classes are generally at least junior college level.Except for the cases, statutes, etc., the book is on a high school civics textbook level, sort of patronizing, as if the author expected junior college students to be dumb.It's superficial, not particularly informative, and on some points, inaccurate. I'm not impressed.

A Former Student Speaks
I read this book for a class I took from Joanne Hames, one of the authors, at the paralegal program I attend.I found the book very well- organized and practical.The subject matter not only covers all the basics, but italso equips the paralegal to succeed in today's high-tech law office. Also, the "Ethical Choices" and "Paralegals on the Job"sections in each chapter make the book quite dynamic.The authors of thisbook are experienced attorneys who know the law and are abreast ofeverything relevant to the modern paralegal.

All introductory books should be like this.
Both informative (covering the "high points" or notable and interesting aspects of law) and well-written so you can read it straight through and get a lot out of it.The best starting point I have seen forbeginning to learn about law. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. General    2. Law    3. Law (General)    4. Legal Reference / Law Profession    5. Legal System    6. Legal assistants    7. United States    8. Law / General   

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A focused, well-written and interesting book to help public sector folks meet their mission more effectively through marketing
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about marketing is that it is synonymous with advertising or selling.That is like saying cooking is synonymous with plating your dish.Yes, it is a part of the subject, an important part, but it is only a small portion of the entire matter of the subject.Marketing, as all business students soon learn, is the whole of deciding what products to make (taking into consideration all factors related to the marketplace success of those products), how to position them, how to sell them, their "life", brand, communications, programs, and so much more.It is a big and complex subject than many happily devote a life to practicing and others a lifetime to researching.
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Subjects:  1. Administrative agencies    2. Business & Economics    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Business/Economics    5. Citizen participation    6. Government productivity    7. Management    8. Marketing - General    9. Public Affairs & Administration    10. Public administration    11. Strategic Planning    12. Business & Economics / Systems & Planning    13. Sales & marketing   

Subjects:  1. Arts    2. Business & Economics    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Business/Economics    5. Cultural policy    6. Economic aspects    7. Economics - Microeconomics    8. Economics - Theory    9. Public Policy - General    10. United States    11. Art funding, patronage & sponsorship    12. Arts--Economic aspects--United States    13. Business & Economics / Microeconomics    14. Business & Management    15. Cultural studies    16. Media, information & communication industries    17. Sport & leisure industries   

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An indispensible manual for social change today
This book, full of anecdotes from successful community organizations, is chockful of helpful advice, whether you're part of an organization seeking social change, or you are an individual interested in how people are effecting change in today's political climate.The worksheets on campaign planning and the chapter on media are particularly helpful.I highly recommend it.

You can change the world!
I really found this book both inspiring and realistic.Sen acknowledges the challenges (especially in today's political climate) but lays out what it takes to get the job done. Her practical, real-world guidance walks you through organizing your local community to help achieve change and get results on the issues you care about.

This is a must-have book for social change organizers!
Given the critical importance of social change today, it is stunning that most of the recent books on community organizing focus on personal reflections and sociological analyses instead of giving us the whole package.In "Stir It Up," Rinku Sen manages to squeeze a powerful vision, racial and social justice analysis, profiles of organizing groups, a detailed contact list of organizations and networks, and tools for creating real change into two hundred pages.This is a watershed book for the social justice organizing movement, illuminating the principles and practices that ground multi-racial, social justice, racial justice, and direct action organizations that have developed in the past twenty-five years.Read more

Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business/Economics    3. Community development    4. Community organization    5. Community power    6. Nonprofit Organizations & Charities    7. Political Advocacy    8. Politics / Current Events    9. Public Policy - Social Policy    10. Social action    11. United States    12. Business & Economics / Nonprofit Organizations & Charities    13. Community care    14. Organizational theory & behaviour   

Subjects:  1. Civics & Citizenship    2. Democracy    3. Political Ideologies - Democracy    4. Political Science    5. Politics - Current Events    6. Politics and government    7. Politics/International Relations    8. United States    9. Political Science / General    10. Political structures: democracy    11. USA   

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Why you no longer need ABC News
I recieved this book from my father because I certainly would never have bought it myself.The premise of the book falls flat on it face with some simple fact checking.The premise being that politics and political coverage is freak show that is solely dominated by the Drudge report.He devotes a whole chapter as to how the freak show destroyed Al Gore - except Gore managed to win the popular vote.And if you give any credence to the continuing revelations of massive voting irregularities in the past two presidential elections (not covered by ABC, because Mr. Dudge said nothing about this) his whole theory goes out the window.
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Subjects:  1. Political Ideologies - Democracy    2. Political Process - Elections    3. Political Process - Political Parties    4. Political Science    5. Politics/International Relations    6. Unabridged Audio - Misc.Nonfiction    7. Political Science / Political Parties    8. Political Science/Political Ideologies - Democracy    9. Political Science/Political Process - Elections    10. Unabridged Audio / Misc.Nonfiction   

Subjects:  1. Business / Economics / Finance    2. Civil service    3. General    4. Human Resources & Personnel Management    5. Personnel management    6. Political Science    7. Politics/International Relations    8. Public Affairs & Administration    9. Civil service & public sector    10. Personnel & human resources management    11. Political Science / General   

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Hurried, unorganized, and to general.
Perhaps I wanted the wrong thing out of this book.I was hoping for some probing assertions and introspection about the role of the media, its relationship with the public and the government, and its future.There was some of that, but it was incoherent and tied more to specific examples than to an overarching idea.
OK, not great
The highlight of this book are the anecdotes that Ms. Thomas relates.Most of the book is a series of essays about what is wrong with journalism today, with White House press relations and certain presidents and other government officials past and present.Other than the anecdotes and some interesting history there is little that is not intuitive.I agree with a lot of what Ms. Thomas writes, I just don't find it very original or new or presented in a new/unique manner.Save your money and borrow it from a library as I'm not sure I spent my money well in buying this book.FWIW, it is well written and is a fast not-long read.

right wing reviewers
Note that individuals such as John R. Linnell submit asinineravings about politics, but do not review the text at hand.One wonders if they even read the book or (as is the habit of most alleged "conservatives") passed a knee-jerk judgment without the benefit of seeking any information on the subject being judged. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 20th century    2. American Journalism    3. Government and the press    4. History    5. Investigative Journalism    6. Journalism    7. Language    8. Language Arts & Disciplines    9. Media Studies    10. Political Ideologies - Democracy    11. Political aspects    12. Press and politics    13. Sociology    14. United States    15. Language Arts & Disciplines / Journalism   

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Essential Read for Lobbyist
Robert Guyer hit the nail on the head with this book."The Guide to State Legislative Lobbying" is a wonderfully insightful examination of the lobbying process.The book goes well beyond the academic exercise of understanding the process of lobbying but provides actual useful tools in how to navigate the legislative machine and get results!The book is a must read for all who are involved in the lobbying process both for seasoned professionals and novices alike.The book provides strategies on how to ensure that you are engaged in creating effective change through lobbying for your constituents.

Essential Information
Consider this Legislative Lobbying 101. Robert Guyer's Guide to State Legislative Lobbying is as practical and informative a guide to the fundamentals of successful legislative lobbying as you are likely to find. And it's packed into cogent, readable chapters. The straightforward, accessible narrative carefully describes the major legislative procedures, political tactics and strategic choices confronting any modern lobbyist or advocacy group attempting to achieve visibility and influence in state legislative policymaking.The candid discussion constitutes a practical education in the legislative process especially useful to policy advocates new to legislative decisionmaking, but there's plenty of helpful information for anyone who wants to understand how policy is actually made in legislative chambers.In addition to thoughtful tactical advice, the book is especially valuable in leading the reader through the labyrinth of the formal legislative process which can easily intimidate and confound the uninitiated.The book is akeeper.

Essential reading.
I am more than a little surprised by the previous review and feel compelled to add my 2 cents.I have found Robert Guyer's book essential to my own lobbying efforts.Certain aspects of the lobby game may remain outside one's control (the money tossed around by opponents, the strength of a particular constituency), but this does not negate the importance of Guyer's book -- a richly informative guide that transforms the art of lobbying into more of a science, providing insight into the elements crucial to any successful lobbying venture.After reading it (and taking Guyer's course), I was much clearer on what I needed to do to hit a home run. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Government - Legislative Branch    2. Handbooks, manuals, etc    3. Lobbying    4. Lobbyists    5. Political Process - Political Advocacy    6. Political Science    7. Political Science / Congress    8. Political Science / Political Process / Political Advocacy    9. Politics and government    10. Practical Politics    11. States    12. United States   

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Keep an open mind, America!
Parenti's work, including this one, are indeed controversial...but that's exactly what I love about Parenti...his work provokes critical thinking on the reader's part...he offers an different view in viewing our political, societal system and history...and no, it's not poorly researched like some of these reviewers has claimed(please look at the history events and news from not just CNN)...and yes, it's opinionated, just as often times different history books all written in their own little biased views...therefore I enc