Explores the dynamics of state and community politics Politics and Policy in States and Communities explores the major issues facing states and localities and traces how the institutions of state and local government have changed over the years. The book explores topics such as the dramatic waves of reform in state and local government since World War II; the unprecedented role that governments play in today’s political economy; and social conflicts over ethnicity, gender, sexual preference, and religion. Learning Goals: Upon completing this book, readers will be able to: Explore how they can participate in state or local politics Understand the major issues facing state and local governments today Understand how state and local governments have changed over timePolitics and Policy in States and Communities 11th Edition is written by John J. Harrigan; David C. Nice and published by Pearson. ISBNs for Politics and Policy in States and Communities are 9780205975198, 0205975194 and the print ISBNs are 9780205745494, 0205745490. Additional ISBNs include 9780205925551, 9780205951383, 9780205745500.