Citizenship in the Local Community

In the new 4th edition of Citizenship in the Local Community readers will gain insight on the difference between the rights and obligations of local governments versus the national and state level. With this understanding, readers will be able to see what their own personal role is, as a citizen of a community. This innovative textbook offers a more comprehensive and encompassing look at the subject of local citizenship that will assist the readers to reach their full civic potential. Citizenship in the Local Community includes: brief Chapter introductions. revised discussion points at the end of the Chapter questions. different concepts and questions intended to educate the reader on what it means to be a citizen of the local level government. several case studies. compiled writings from some of the most renowned scholars in the fields of urban citizenship, local government civics, public policy, local government law, and political science.