Virginia Government offers an excellent introduction to the political institutions, actors, and policy processes of the Old Dominion state.

Now available in paperback: With a particular focus on the utility of scholarly theory and the extent to which government practices inform the development of this theory, this second edition provides a complete review and guide to past and present knowledge in the field

With chapters from an internationally renowned set of scholars, this is the first Handbook to examine this vibrant and developing field.

The ideal course companion or primer for any undergraduate student of IR - the skeleton of the entire discipline in one accessible book.

Through a series of case studies, the authors employ both neopluralist and exchange perspectives to explore the lobbying activity that occurs in the later stages of the policymaking process which are typically less partisan, involve little conflict, and receive scant public attention.

Featuring definitions, theoretical debates, coverage of social development practice, and discussion of future challenges, this key new text introduces students to all aspects of Social Development studies

Written by award-winning CQ Researcher journalists, this collection of non-partisan reports offers an in-depth examination of today's most pressing policy issues.