Votes of Confidence, 2nd Edition (A Young Person's Guide to American Elections)

Every two years, media coverage of American elections turns into a horse-race story about who's leading the polls and who said what when. This title gives young adult readers clear explanations about how our election process actually works, why it matters, and how they can become involved. Using real-world examples and anecdotes, the book provides readers with thorough, nonpartisan explanations about primaries, the electoral college, checks and balances, polls, fundraising, and more. Updated with statistics and details from the 2018 elections, this revised second edition will prepare readers for what is sure to be a fascinating 2020 election cycle.