Student Companions to American Government

The Congress of the United States is an illustrated A-to-Z guide to the U.S. Congress, including biographical sketches of all major figures from both the House and Senate, profiles of Congressional committees and agencies, and information on the legislative process and the daily workings ofthe White House. The second edition is completely revised up to March 2001. This Companion is completely revised and updated to include all of the major figures and events of Congress since the first edition was published in 1993. The book consists of more than 200 alphabetically arrangedarticles covering virtually all aspects of the U.S. Congress. Topics covered include: -Biographical sketches of major figures, including Speakers of the House, Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate, committee chairs, and other notable or colorful members -Profiles of committees and agencies-The legislative process -Notable events and legislation -The nuts and bolts of the daily workings of Congress -Information about the construction and architecture of the Capitol Illustrations include portraits, cartoons, and Congressional memorabilia. Articles are cross-referenced withsuggestions for further reading listed at the end of each article as well as at the end of the book.Patrick, John J. is the author of 'Student Companions to American Government', published 2001 under ISBN 9780195218961 and ISBN 0195218965.