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"Women have made a difference in every field imaginable, and they continue to do so today. Women's Lives in History introduces readers to dozens of these remarkable people. Women in Politics and Government features groundbreaking activists, senators, judges, prime ministers, and many other political figures. Compelling text and vivid photographs bring these women to life."--Publisher's website

Cover -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- 1 The California Phenomenon -- Geography -- Demography -- Sociology and Culture -- Economy -- Ecology -- Political Power -- 2 The Development of California Politics and Government -- The Forced Birth of the Great State of California -- A Constitution and Statehood -- Economic and Class Conflicts-The Constitution of 1879 -- Constitutional Revision -- The Progressives Versus the Railroad Magnates -- Living High Before the Crash -- World War II: The National Government Revives the California Boom

"In the twenty-first century, as many candidates actively campaign against the very government they seek to serve in, and as many people appear to believe their government irreparably broken, T. M. Sell argues that in Washington State, the system works better than most realize. In Washington State Politics and Government Sell explains how the many parts of government function and introduces readers to a diverse array of individuals who work in government, including how they got there and what it is they're trying to do. Sell covers the three branches of state government, plus county, city, special purpose district, and tribal governments. He explains the state budgets and taxes; the functions of major and better-known state agencies; how policy is made; the political landscape of Washington; and parties, voting, and elections. Sell discusses economic development, including the importance of high-tech industry, aviation, Amazon.com, and more traditional parts of the state economy, such as timber and agriculture. He also provides a contemporary look at Washington's elected officials, constitution, judiciary, media, demographics, and political culture and landscape. With this volume, any Washington citizen, student of politics, or specialist in government can gain insight into the state's current political system"--