Historical Dictionary of Voting and Elections in the United States (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9798881807597)

Americans have participated in the ballot box from the Founding Era to the present day. By combining historical background with current debates, it highlights both progress and persistent barriers to fuller democratic participation. Presented in an accessible dictionary-style format, the book defines and explains key terms, concepts, court cases, and political developments that have shaped U.S. democracy. It covers milestones such as the expansion of suffrage, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and modern challenges like gerrymandering, voter suppression, election denial, and disinformation.

Historical Dictionary of Voting and Elections in the United States contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography, and cross-referenced dictionary entries. With a focus on election mechanics, reforms that have expanded access, and the threats of democratic backsliding, this volume gives readers the language and context to understand how U.S. elections operate and why they matter. It serves as both a reference and a reminder to value and defend the foundations of democratic participation.

Author: Michael J. Pomante II
ISBN-13: 9798881807597
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Language: English
Published: 07/23/2026
Pages: 362
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d