The Enduring Debate: Classic and Contemporary Readings in American Politics

by David T. Canon (Editor), Anne Khademian (Editor), Kenneth R. Mayer (Editor)

Still the most comprehensive reader available for courses in American government, The Enduring Debate provides breadth and balance in its ninety-four essays. The collection represents a unique blend of classic and contemporary selections of varying length from a variety of scholarly and popular sources. The Second Edition continues to feature a debate section in each chapter: two or more readings exploring different sides of an important issue. Issues tackled in the Second Edition include: free speech on the Internet, campaign finance reform, and the role of the government in the economy.

Genres: Politics, School, Nonfiction, Textbooks

669 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1997

Reviews

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, introduction textbook.

[Ali Rites · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked the insight into politics. I felt that it held a lot of information I didn't know and turn to be very much necessary to understanding the US government.

[X]

I read the eighth edition, but I can’t find a specific page for that one.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely intriguing; papers and letters from different politicians about the framing and interpretations of our political system and the ideas, misconceptions, and theories within. Definitely a must-read for ANYONE even remotely interested in the inner-workings of government.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent editorial choices.

[Tracie]

For my edification... as the same blogs, read over and over, have done remarkably little to expand my political understanding over the last few years. Perhaps I am reading the wrong blogs...?

[Alyson Stone · Rating 1 out of 5]

Hahaha..This is one of the worse books I ever had to read for a class.