What students "think they know" about politics is often based on common myths. Rather than dismissing those myths as outright falsehoods, this text encourages students to confront their preconceived notions in order to think critically about government and politics. Clearly and distinctivelywoven into each chapter, the myths-and-realities theme provides a pedagogical framework that engages students with interesting problems while effectively covering the core concepts of American government. | American Government by Alan Gitelson, Paperback | Indigo Chapters