How Long to Read A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations

How Long Does it Take to Read A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 36 minutes to read A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations by Wayne P. Steger

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Presidential nominations in the United States can sometimes seem like a media circus, over-hyped and overly speculative. Even informed citizens might be tempted to tune them out. Yet understanding the process, one distinct to American politics, is crucial for civic participation. If presidential elections are about who will lead the nation, presidential nominations are about who appears on the ballot. This concise and coherent Citizen’s Guide examines who has power in presidential nominations and how this affects who we as citizens choose to nominate, and ultimately to sit in the Oval Office. Political scientist Wayne Steger defines the nominating system as a tension between an "insider game" and an "outsider game." He explains how candidates must appeal to a broad spectrum of elected and party officials, political activists, and aligned groups in order to form a winning coalition within their party, which changes over time. Either these party insiders unify early behind a candidate, effectively deciding the nominee before anyone casts a vote, or they are divided and the nomination is determined by citizens voting in the caucuses and primaries. Steger portrays how shifts in party unity and the participation of core party constituencies affect the options presented to voters. Amidst all this, the candidate still matters. Primaries with one strong candidate look much different than those with a field of weaker ones. By clearly addressing the key issues, past and present, of presidential nominations, Steger’s guide will be informative, relevant, and accessible for students and general readers alike.

How long is A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations?

A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations by Wayne P. Steger is 154 pages long, and a total of 39,116 words.

This makes it 52% the length of the average book. It also has 48% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 33 minutes to read A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations aloud.

What Reading Level is A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations?

A Citizen's Guide to Presidential Nominations is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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