Amazon.com: Rhode Island Politics and Government (Politics and Governments of the American States) (9780803282704): Maureen Moakley, Elmer Cornwell: Books
Publication Date: June 1, 2001 | Series: Politics and Governments of the American States
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the union, yet it is also one of the most densely populated. Its political culture has until recently resembled the old-style patronage politics of a city-state. The Ocean State's politics have been highly individualistic, contentious, and distinct from those of surrounding states since its founding by Roger Williams. The state's individualism is embodied in the statue—"The Independent Man"—that stands atop its statehouse.
Rhode Island Politics and Government is an essential introduction to the history, structure, and characteristics of politics in Rhode Island. Explained in turn are such components and factors as the state's constitution, general assembly, executive branch, party system, interest groups, budgetary process, and relationship to the federal government. The authors also explore the nature of local government.
"This is another excellent addition to the University of Nebraska Press''s monograph series on the American states, authored by two highly respected scholars with extensive personal experience in Rhode Island politics. . . . Balancing generalized observations with telling anecdotes, this entertaining volume is an accessible and informative guide to Rhode Island politics."-Choice (Choice )
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About the Author
Maureen Moakley is a professor of political science at the University of Rhode Island. Her books include Party Realignment and State Politics. Elmer Cornwell is a professor of political science at Brown University and the author of Presidential Leadership of Public Opinion and other works.
Product Details
Paperback: 244 pages
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press (June 1, 2001)
