Civic Minded - by Jeff Fleischer (Paperback)

About the Book

"Featuring compelling, well-researched text and accompanying sidebars, this handy guidebook offers an accessible overview of big US civics topics, including federal programs, international relations, and more"--

Book Synopsis

How do student loans work? What do sanctions do? Where does federal spending go, and who decides on the budget?

Author and established journalist Jeff Fleischer digs into these and other relevant civics topics to explain the history behind different processes and programs, what they look like today, and why it's important to understand them.

Through engaging, well-researched text and related sidebars, this book will help you understand and join many ongoing political conversations in the US, from spending to citizenship to international relations and more.

Review Quotes

"This even-handed book provides the reader an easy-to comprehend text supported by robust, thorough back matter. A strong choice for public and school libraries any time, but particularly during an election year."--Booklist

-- (9/11/2024 12:00:00 AM)

"Blending an encyclopedic scope with charismatic prose, Civic Minded is an essential handbook for understanding America's government programs."--Foreword Reviews

-- (9/18/2024 12:00:00 AM)

"Clear and stripped of partisan hyperbole; every American can benefit from this book."--Kirkus Reviews

-- (8/12/2024 12:00:00 AM)