elections

"Coinciding with the 2020 US presidential election, 'Drawing the Vote,' an original graphic novel, looks at the history of voting rights in the United States, and how it has affected the way we vote today. Author Tommy Jenkins traces this history from the earliest steps toward democracyduring the American Revolution, to the upheaval caused by the Civil War, the fight for women's suffrage, the Civil Rights movement, the election of an African American president, and the control by a Republican majority. Along the way, Jenkins identifies events and trends that led to the unprecedented results of the 2016 presidential election that left Americans wondering, 'how did this happen?'"--Provided by publisher.

Both the donkey and the elephant want your vote and will do anything to get it, including brag, flatter, make silly promises and fling mud, but they are both in for a surprise when the votes are counted.

"For over 200 years, people have marched, gone to jail, risked their lives, and even died trying to get the right to vote in the United States. Others, hungry to acquire or hold onto power, have gone to extraordinary lengths to prevent people from casting ballets or outright stolen votes and sometimes entire elections. . . . This nonfiction book contains an extensive view of suffrage from the Founding Fathers to the 19th Amendment to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to today's voter suppression controversies, and explains the barriers people of color, Indigenous people, and immigrants face"--Provided by publisher.

"Law enforcement and intelligence experts warn that Russia and other foreign countries are likely to try to interfere in America's presidential election in 2020. Federal and state officials must guard against computer hacks, disinformation and fake news on social media, and attempts to disrupt the voting system. This book examines how America's voting system can be made more secure"--Provided by publisher.

"While running for sixth grade class president, Hope Roberts finds herself making promises she cannot keep as she tries to win over her classmates"--Provided by publisher.

"Clyde thinks being elected school treasurer will give him the confidence boost he needs. Lincoln agrees to become his campaign manager. But Lincoln quickly realizes they are in over their heads against a very popular rival. Will Lincoln have to sink to gossip and dirty tricks? Can his sisters help save the day? Most important, can Lincoln help Clyde--and remain his best friend?"--Back cover.

Mama decides to run for mayor in order to make improvements to Bear Country, but she may promise too much in her campaign.

"Twelve-year-old Maddie runs her babysitter Janet's campaign to become mayor of their city and protect arts funding"--Provided by publisher.

"Every four years, coverage of the presidential elections turns into a horse-race story about who is leading, and who said what when. [The author] explains the past, present, and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how young people can become involved--not just this year, but for years to come"--OCLC.

Kitty decides to run for President of the Neighborhood Cat Association.