As America stands poised at the start of another electoral rollercoaster, this "Very Short Introduction" is a timely guide to the process from a professor of political science. It is a brief history, a friendly explanation and a reassurance that enough checks and balances exist to ensure that whoever we get next year can't do too much harm. Which is good to know, given the current guy.
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