The Executive Branch of State Government: People, Process, and Politics

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This volume offers both historical and contemporary perspectives on the office of the governor, covering all 50 states and providing a comprehensive examination of the executive branch at the state level. * Ten contributors from across the United States, each an accomplished expert in state-level politics and government * Full depictions of the organization of the executive branch in the 50 states plus sidebars on influential trends, issues, and personalities

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"Besides offering comprehensive coverage, the set is well written and accessible to general readers... About State Government highlights the significant role of state governments in a format that is manageable and engaging. It is recommended for high school, college, and public libraries." - Booklist "Strongly recommended for academic and community library political science collections." - Midwest Book Review

Author Bio

Margaret Ferguson, PhD, is associate professor of political science in the Department of Political Science at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN.