First Published in 2015

This unique book is an ideal supplement for an introductory American politics course. Each chapter considers a basic aspect of the American political system or historical tradition and speculates as to the consequences were that aspect fundamentally different.

Engagingly written by political scientists, historians, and a legal solicitor, the book is non-ideological throughout and invites reflection and discussion.

Each chapter will encourage readers to think critically about the American political system, relate the relationships between different political structures and policy outcomes, and in general consider American politics in an exciting new way.