A Glossary of U.S. Government Vocabulary
Title | A Glossary of U.S. Government Vocabulary PDF eBook |
Author | James B. Whisker |
Publisher | Edwin Mellen Press |
Pages | 284 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Political Science |
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All social sciences/humanities are seeking to develop precise vocabulary such as is employed by the physical sciences and mathematics. This manuscript is a contribution toward defining the precise use of vocabulary in 1992 in American national government. This dictionary has concentrated heavily on providing summaries on the outputs of the federal courts, especially the United States Supreme Court, as their decisions impact on students of politics, practitioners, and attorneys. The final chapter offers working definitions of the vocabulary of political socialization and political culture.
A Glossary of Terms Used in the Federal Budget Process
Title | A Glossary of Terms Used in the Federal Budget Process PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | DIANE Publishing |
Pages | 145 |
Release | 1993-12 |
Genre | Budget |
ISBN | 0788101013 |
A basic reference document for persons interested in the federal budget-making process. Emphasizes budget terms in addition to relevant economic and accounting terms to help the user appreciate the dynamics of the budget process. Also distinguishes between any differences in budgetary and non-budgetary meanings of terms. Over 300 terms defined. Index. Appendices: overview of the federal budget process, budget functional classification, and more.
The HarperCollins Dictionary of American Government and Politics
Title | The HarperCollins Dictionary of American Government and Politics PDF eBook |
Author | Jay M. Shafritz |
Publisher | Harper Perennial |
Pages | 686 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Political Science |
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A comprehensive and up-to-date reference on the concerns of US governance. Some 5,000 encyclopedic entries (from "abdication" to Zorach v. Clauson) define and describe Supreme Court cases, laws, political slang, federal agencies, personalities, and terms from such related fields as sociology, history, and economics. Quotations and anecdotes are incorporated into many entries, and excerpts from a variety of sources add depth to the definitions. Illustrated with photos, cartoons, charts, and diagrams. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
The Dorsey Dictionary of American Government and Politics
Title | The Dorsey Dictionary of American Government and Politics PDF eBook |
Author | Jay M. Shafritz |
Publisher | Chicago, Ill. : Dorsey Press |
Pages | 718 |
Release | 1988 |
Genre | Political Science |
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This book should be of interest to undergraduate students taking courses in American politics.
Dictionary of American Government and Politics
Title | Dictionary of American Government and Politics PDF eBook |
Author | Duncan Watts |
Publisher | Edinburgh University Press |
Pages | 344 |
Release | 2010-01-31 |
Genre | Political Science |
ISBN | 0748635025 |
This Dictionary offers a fresh, up-to-date look at US government and politics, explaining and where necessary demystifying the key terms used in discussion of the political system.Major figures, events, ideas, movements and Supreme Court cases relevant to a study of the American political system are included with the aim of allowing readers to develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of the area. The Dictionary also raises key issues and areas of contention and academic debate.Coverage is comprehensive, with c.400 entries, each providing analysis of the subject. Terms are presented in an A-Z format with cross-referencing where appropriate.
Congressional Record
Title | Congressional Record PDF eBook |
Author | United States. Congress |
Publisher | |
Pages | 1316 |
Release | 1966 |
Genre | Law |
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The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)
Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms
Title | Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms PDF eBook |
Author | United States. Joint Chiefs of Staff |
Publisher | |
Pages | 392 |
Release | 1979 |
Genre | Military art and science |
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