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555 Reasons to Roll Your Eyes at American Politics

555 Reasons to Roll Your Eyes at American Politics

Michael P. Clutton

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Michael Clutton
Año de edición:
2024
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Gobierno regional
ISBN:
9798227081735
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Ever wonder why the most powerful country in the world is run like a reality TV show? Grab your popcorn-this is American politics!In a world where senators filibuster like Shakespearean actors and campaign ads rival blockbuster trailers, 'Your Great Big Grab Bag of Useless Helpful Tidbits: American Politics' is your ultimate political time-waster. Perfect for those waiting for their flight or trying to escape yet another family debate about the Electoral College, this book offers a delightful mix of practical insights and entertaining tidbits about the American political system.Packed with over 500 amusing and enlightening stats and factoids, this book will take you on a rollercoaster ride through the quirky world of American politics. Discover the bizarre history of voting practices, laugh at the strangest presidential pets, and learn surprising truths about backroom deals. With a light-hearted, humorous approach, it’s designed to inform and amuse even the most politically fatigued reader. And if nothing else, it’s a great way to look busy while you scroll through your phone between social media debates.

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