The Perfect Tie: The True Story of the 2000 Presidential ElectionRowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2001 - 283 pages In The Perfect Tie: The True Story of the 2000 Presidential Election, James Ceaser and Andrew Busch continue their study of national elections and their broader implications for American politics and society. With groundbreaking research of electoral politics and penetrating discussions of divided government, independent candidates, party platforms, realignment theory, the electoral college, and campaign strategies, Ceaser and Busch attempt to make sense of the 2000 presidential election. By separating myth from fact in presidential contests and by emphasizing the significance of frequently overlooked issues, such as foreign policy, this book is essential reading for courses in American Government, Campaigns and Elections, and Presidential Politics, as well as for any American interested in the real and lasting importance of the 2000 elections. Visit our website for sample chapters! |
Contents
The Politics of the Perfect Tie | 17 |
The Marathon Begins | 49 |
The ThreeWay Race | 77 |
Copyright | |
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The Perfect Tie: The True Story of the 2000 Presidential Election James W. Ceaser,Andrew Busch Limited preview - 2001 |
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