PSCI 316: Policy Making Process: Background & Theory

Covers all aspects of the U.S. Congress divided into eight subject areas: origins and development; powers; procedures; pressures; housing and support; pay and perquisites; Congress and the electorate; and qualifications and conduct.

Explains the origins and development, structure, powers, and operations of the office and the president's relationship with Congress and the Supreme Court.

basic information on the electoral process, in-depth analysis on specific political eras and issues; data on the candidates, winners/losers, and election returns

7 Volumes. "explores the events, policies, activities, institutions, groups, people, and movements that have created and shaped political life in the United States"

1945 - 2020 (online)
1945 - 2018 (print)
Summarizes and analyzes the most important legislation taken up by Congress in each congressional session. Appendixes include vote studies, key votes, texts, listing of public laws, and roll call votes.