MAKING OF PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES 2012 - Softcover

This book is essential reading regarding the 2012 presidential election. The authors address vital questions of systemic importance regarding presidential selection, employing consistently sound arguments and evidence along the way. College classes on American parties, elections and the presidency will find this highly useful. -- Steven E. Schier, Carleton College Mayer and Bernstein have assembled an impressive group of scholars for a relevant and timely examination of the presidential candidate selection process. A fine addition to courses on parties and elections and the American presidency. -- Mark D. Brewer, University of Maine Dukakis recounts his triumphs and travails as a White House hopeful 24 years ago in an essay for a new book, The Making of the Presidential Candidates 2012. * CNN *

The newest installment in a quadrennial series that now spans five presidential elections, this book presents a broad overview of the presidential nomination process and showcases some of the most interesting work now being done on the politics of presidential selection. Written by leading experts, including a former presidential candidate, The Making of Presidential Candidates 2012 covers a wide selection of topics, including the Tea Party, digital media campaigns, how television covers the nomination process, election forecasting, and campaign finance. The Making of the Presidential Candidates 2012 is valuable for students, specialists, and all readers with an interest in the ever-evolving presidential nomination process and American elections.