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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 324.973 EAN: 9780205577026 Edition: 7 ISBN: 0205577024 Label: Longman Manufacturer: Longman Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 304 Publication Date: February 08, 2008 Publisher: Longman Studio: Longman Related Items:
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 Rating: - A political science classicThis is one of the best and most valuable political science texts I have ever read - and, as a political science major, self-confessed politics junkie and activist, I've read most of them. Gary Jacobson's research is unmatched and his findings are essential to anyone who wants to get involved in Congressional campaigns. His assessment of the role of money in such campaigns is astounding and discomforting. While the going gets dry at times, overall the book is a good read with very practical applications ... Read More Rating: - The Bible on Congressional ElectionsAnyone involved in running for a congressional seat, working on a congressional election or just interested in national politics will find this book enormously interesting. It's short. It's down to earth. It's up-to-date. And, it's one of the best on the subject. Professor Jacobson's book features pertinent analysis of national survey data plugged into long-term electoral trends. It covers all you need to know about how to make a run for Congress, calculating your odds and the chances of knocking off ... Read More 
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