Reviews for Steck-Vaughn American Government: Hardcover Student Edition

The average rating for Steck-Vaughn American Government: Hardcover Student Edition based on 2 reviews is 4.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2016-03-06 00:00:00 John Verdon Moyers rises high in the open, vast spaces above party politics as he salutes wide-ranging, argumentative conversation, saying "you stand up for your country when you stand up to the government." He encourages each of us to state our views strongly, not only to get out more deeply held feelings, but also to stake our claims as individuals - "Talking with people who agree with you is like jogging in a cul-de-sac". Moyers thinks we should follow the trail of money from lobbyists to laws than benefit only the few. Moyers wants media, even or especially NPR, to report more in-depth stories about real people, the working and middle classes and their daily struggles. We have been asleep at the wheel in thinking a news story is balanced just because it has a Democrat quoted and a Republican quoted, when what this country needs is more context and analysis at every turn. We shouldn't be describing an escalation of the war in Iraq as a "surge - as if it were a current of electricity charging through a wire instead of blood spurting from a soldier's ruptured veins." Moyers innately knows that issues are more important than party, that being open is more important than being right, that the right thing is not always the most profitable. Reading for all of us.

Review # 2 was written on 2014-09-03 00:00:00 Pearson Ahuna Let me disclaim this review by stating that I've always enjoyed and respected the views and opinions of Bill Moyers. I like his sensibility, his tone, his integrity, and his approach to journalism and politics. This book does nothing but strengthen and enhance those beliefs. A book of speeches always runs the risk of becoming repetitive, of which this does not escape that indictment. Having said that, Moyers proves once again why he is a preeminent source of journalistic integrity and bi-partisan reporting. If what you're looking for is a fair assessment of democracy in America and the rigors of holding onto a government of, by, and for the people, then look no further. I'll say this, Democracy is in good hands with the likes of Mr. Moyers and others who transcend petty politics, agenda reporting, and partisan isolationism. My favorite Moyers quote from the book is: "Life is where you get your answers questioned." Definitely a "Good Read"!