This collection examines the strategic behavior of key players in American politics from the Founding Fathers to the Super PACs, by showing that political actor

"Principles and Practice of American Politics is a well-balanced reader covering all the major topics of an American Government course." —Blake Jones, Ohio Va

Without ever losing sight of the classics, Kernell and Smith take a fresh look at the implications of political science for our understanding of recent events a

"Principles and Practice of American Politics is a well-balanced reader covering all the major topics of an American Government course." —Blake Jones, Ohio Va

Combining timeless readings with cutting-edge, current selections, Principles and Practice of American Politics effectively animates today′s institutions and