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This textbook introduces state and local governments in the US using a comparative method. It covers federalism, state constitutions, finances, political participation, core institutions, local government, and the policy areas of education, crime and punishment, health and welfare, and the environment. This edition has new chapter objectives, updated illustrations, and revised chapters. It includes analysis of the results of recent legislative and gubernatorial elections; discussion of key state supreme court decisions and constitutional debates; examination of key changes in campaign and election regulations; discussion of recent events and issues, such as the Affordable Care Act and the debate over the Common Core State Standards; and updates to research sections. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)