The Legislative Branch of Federal Government: People, Process, and Politics

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This volume focuses on the U.S. Congress, its history, constitutional powers, daily workings, and the politics that affect its operation. * Sidebars highlight fascinating people, events, and congressional actions, including the infamous "caning" incident between Senators Brooks and Sumner during the post-Civil War reconstruction * Primary sources include Article I of the Constitution; the articles of impeachment against Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, and Bill Clinton; the Contract with America; and other important documents

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"An up-to-date resource worthy of the highest recommendation for public library collections." - Midwest Book Review "This readable volume will be valuable for reports on American history and government." - School Library Journal "This work provides a useful and well-written introduction to the historical and contemporary structures, powers, and people of Congress." - ARBA "This timely new offering from ABC-CLIO 's About Federal Government series will provide legal, public administration, political science, and history students as well as interested readers with a unique and in-depth examination of the daily operations of the legislative branch of the U.S. government within the context of its historical evolution... Gersham's command of the subject is noteworthy and his narrative engaging... Gersham's book will fill an important gap in the reference literature and it will serve as a welcome addition to American historiography. Well written, thorough, and without rival in its coverage and scope, this will undoubtedly become the premier reference encyclopedia on the subject. As such, it is highly recommended for all undergraduate and large public libraries." - Reference & User Services Quarterly

Author Bio

Gary P. Gershman, PhD, is assistant professor of history and legal studies in the Division of Humanities at Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL. His published works include ABC-CLIO's Death Penalty on Trial.