American Democracy Now

Overview

Harrison, American Democracy Now, applies a critical thinking framework to teaching American Government by asking students to "Inquire, Converse and Participate".

“Inquire” is about students asking the right questions, and not taking what they read, hear, or see at face value. “Converse” is getting students to the point where they can join in the conversation of democracy constantly going on around them – as informed participants. “Participate” is about students getting involved or making a conscious decision not to get involved, and also about participation including many new activities related to technology – blogging, online polling, social networking sites, and more.

Table of contents

PART I: FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY
Chapter 1: People, Politics, and Participation
Chapter 2: The Constitution
Chapter 3: Federalism
PART II: FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES
Chapter 4: Civil Liberties
Chapter 5: Civil Rights
PART III: LINKAGES BETWEEN THE PEOPLE AND GOVERNMENT
Chapter 6: Political Socialization and Public Opinion
Chapter 7: Interest Groups
Chapter 8: Political Parties
Chapter 9: Elections, Campaigns, and Voting
Chapter 10: The Media
PART IV: INSTITUTIONS OF GOVERNMENT
Chapter 11: Congress
Chapter 12: The Presidency
Chapter 13: The Bureaucracy
Chapter 14: The Judiciary
PART V: PUBLIC POLICY
Chapter 15: Economic Policy
Chapter 16: Domestic Policy
Chapter 17: Foreign Policy and National Security
PART VI: STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Chapter 18: State and Local Government
Appendixes
A: The Declaration of Independence
B: Federalist No. 10
C: Federalist No. 51
D: The Declaration of Sentiments