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"At a time of anxiety about the effectiveness of our national government, Rahm Emanuel provides a clear vision, for both progressives and centrists, of how to get things done in America today--a bracing, optimistic vision of America's future from one of our most experienced and original political minds"--
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Decades of cuts to local government amidst rising concentrations of poverty have wreaked havoc on communities left behind by the modern economy. Some of these discarded places are rural. Others are big cities, small cities, or historic suburbs. Some vote blue, others red. Some are the most diverse communities in America, while others are nearly all white, all Latino, or all Black. All are routinely trashed by outsiders for their poverty and their...
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Young people are always interested in those in the community who make it run especially uniformed heroes such as firefighters and police officers. This fun volume walks readers around town introducing them to community workers, including the mail carrier, dentist, and librarian. Carefully chosen photographs correlate with the achievable vocabulary and illustrate characteristics of each job.
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Many communities are large and diverse, supporting a lively and interesting mix of people and places that deliver a variety of services. Small and large businesses, shops, public and private organizations, places of learning, health facilities, and more all serve the citizens of a community. This resource Informs and involves readers through a variety of sidebars, and it aligns with national curriculum standards for social studies and economics. Readers...
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"For all the wrong reasons, a national spotlight is shining on Chicago. The city has become known for its violence, police abuse, parent and teacher unrest, population decline, and mounting municipal and pension debt. The underlying problem, contend Ed Bachrach and Austin Berg, is that deliberative democracy is dead in the city. Chicago is home to the last strongman political system in urban America. Any perceived checks on mayoral control are often...
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"Once upon a time, doctors made house calls, fire trucks were pulled by horses, and the milkman delivered fresh milk right to peoples doors. In this innovative title, students will love learning about their favorite community helpers and how their jobs have evolved over time."--
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"Many communities are large, diverse places that support a mix of people. These citizens require a wide variety of services. Small and large businesses, shops, public and private organizations, places of learning, health facilities, places of worship, and more all serve the citizens of a community. A variety of sidebars add valuable information to the topic. Readers will embark on a journey of discovery about the places where community members can...
12) City: [big book]
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"From the designer behind Animals comes another eye-catching oversize offering: thirty-two vivid images honoring the sights and staples of our cities. After turning heads and delighting readers with her giant book of animals, Swedish children's designer Ingela P. Arrhenius turns her talents to the many attractions that make cities so special. Iconic urban images are featured on every page--from subways to skyscrapers, museums to cafés, fountains...
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"Neil Kraus evaluates both the influence of public opinion on local policy-making and the extent to which public policy addresses economic and social inequalities. Drawing on several years of fieldwork and multiple sources of data, including surveys and polls; initiatives, referenda, and election results; government documents; focus groups; interviews; and a wide assortment of secondary sources, Kraus presents case studies of two Midwestern cities,...
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