This is a contemporary, affordable mainstream textbook that provides a comprehensive introduction to American government. The Sixth Edition Election Update offers a highly acclaimed nonideological framework, conversational narrative, and three integrated guiding themes: accessibility, relevance, and choice. The core print text and supplements are carefully crafted to work together to benefit both instructor and student. Extensively revised and updated, it includes coverage of the Trump era and the 2018 election, and current debate regarding gun control, immigration reform, fiscal policy, health care reform, and more!