Governing America: The Revival of Political History

Published Jan. 21, 2016

(Princeton University Press) Zelizer looks at several key issues in American political history. They include the emergence of the welfare state, the development of modern conservatism, changing views about presidential power, and national security. Zelizer is a professor of history and public affairs at Princeton University.

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