election

An examination of 20th-century presidential politics.

After finding out there has never been a female U.S. president, Grace decides to run in her school's mock election, where she learns about the American electoral system and sets out to be the best person for the job even though her opponent, Thomas, seems to be winning all the boys' votes.

Describes the life of Victoria Woodhull, the first woman to run for president, have a seat on the stock exchange, own a newspaper, and speak before Congress.

Details the life of Bill Clinton, from his formative years to his tenure as governor of Arkansas, and focuses on his 1992 presidential campaign.

A military hero during the War of 1812, the seventh president of the United States, Andrew Jackson brought the same determination and strength of character he showed on the battlefield to the presidency. Lively text recounts the life and presidency of this complex and contentious figure in American history.

Relates inside stories from the 2008 U.S. Presidential election, providing insight into the personalities, events, and key issues that led to the outcome, and includes an interview with President Barack Obama.

Tells the life story of nineteenth and early-twentieth-century American feminist Victoria Woodhull,the first woman to run for U.S. president, describing her work for women's and workers' rights.

Describes the job of the President, the history of voting rights, how the electoral college works, and the language of campaigns.

Explains how the United States elects its president, discussing the party system, conventions, primaries, and the actual election day.