A Citizen's Guide to Politics in America: How the System Works and How to Work the System Expanded Edition Contributor(s): Rubin, Barry (Author) |
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ISBN: 0765606275 ISBN-13: 9780765606273 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $209.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2000 Annotation: This book is an antidote for civic apathy and disillusionment. It takes the reader step-by-step through the process of successful action for change -- from the germ of an idea to finding allies, getting the word out, and building the critical mass of people, energy, and support to accomplish the desired result. Filled with abundant practical examples and guidelines for success, the book covers all the bases: how to recognize that it's time for action; how to lobby decision makers; how to go to court; how to use information; how to use the internet effectively; how to get media attention; how to influence public opinion; how to mobilize grassroots support; how to form coalitions; how to organize an initiative or referendum; and more. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Civics & Citizenship - Political Science | Political Process - General - Political Science | Civil Rights |
Dewey: 323.042 |
LCCN: 00026580 |
Lexile Measure: 1410 |
Physical Information: 1.15" H x 6.28" W x 9.23" (1.45 lbs) 352 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book is an antidote for civic apathy and disillusionment. It takes the reader step-by-step through the process of successful action for change -- from the germ of an idea to finding allies, getting the word out, and building the critical mass of people, energy, and support to accomplish the desired result. Filled with abundant practical examples and guidelines for success, the book covers all the bases: how to recognize that it's time for action; how to lobby decision makers; how to go to court; how to use information; how to use the internet effectively; how to get media attention; how to influence public opinion; how to mobilize grassroots support; how to form coalitions; how to organize an initiative or referendum; and more. |