American Political Rhetoric: Essential Speeches and Writings on Founding Principles and Contemporary Controversies, 8th Edition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781538181928)

American Political Rhetoric is the only reader for introductory classes in American politics, government, and political communication designed to explore fundamental political principles through examples of political rhetoric ranging from the founding to today. Now in its eighth edition, its selections include the entire political spectrum and contributors range from our nation's founders to contemporary elected public officials, Supreme Court opinions, and representatives of historic movements for social change. The eighth edition includes new selections of recent Supreme Court decisions, including the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health, Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden, foreign policy, and expanded coverage of individual rights and privileges, including freedom of speech and voting rights. The book is now more useful than ever for students and teachers thanks to a supplementary website available at americanpoliticalrhetoric.com.

Author: Peter Augustine Lawler
ISBN-10: 1538181924
ISBN-13: 9781538181928
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2023
Pages: 442
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d