This reader offers two readings per chapter organized in a debate-style format,
representing opposing viewpoints. The straightforward, thought-provoking
presentation facilitates classroom discussion.
* Chapter 4, Civil Society, contains essays by Robert Putnam, "Bowling Alone:
The Collapse of American Community," and William A. Galston and Peter Levine,
"America's Civic Condition: A Glance at the Evidence."
* Chapter 8, Public Opinion: The American People After September 11, includes
two new essays: "Age of Conflict," by David Brooks and "Which America Will We
Be Now?" by Bill Moyers.
* Chapter 10, Political Parties and Elections: What