“Narrated by Bowdoin College Government Professor Andrew Rudalevige, [Founding Principles] provides an introductory overview and basic understanding to American government, but one that is crucial to building citizen-leaders, promoting civic engagement, and working toward the common good.” The Founding Principles website is located here.
Here’s a Table of Contents:
- Chapter 1: American Governance in Theory and Action
- Chapter 2: Federalism
- Chapter 3: Congress
- Chapter 4: The Presidency
- Chapter 5: The Judiciary
- Chapter 6: Public Opinion
- Chapter 7: The Media
- Chapter 8: The Electoral Process
- Chapter 9: Electoral Behavior and Voter Turnout
- Chapter 10: Participation
- Chapter 11: Lawmaking
- Chapter 12: Policy and Implementation
- Chapter 13: Civil Liberties
- Chapter 14: Civil Rights
- Chapter 15: Final Principles