New Jersey Politics and Government: The Suburbs Come of Age

Barbara G. Salmore, Stephen A. Salmore

Rivergate Books, Jan 17, 2008 - Political Science - 445 pages

"Recommended for anyone who enjoys reading about state politics. Strongly recommended for anyone who hopes to understand New Jersey politics. Absolutely essential for anyone who wants to participate in politics and government in New Jersey."-Alan Rosenthal, Eagleton Institute of Politics, Rutgers University "New Jersey Politics and Government continues to be the best book on the Garden State and a model study of the nation's state politics. This new edition maintains the authors' notable heritage of insight, knowledge, and effective writing."-Gerald Pomper, professor emeritus, political science, Rutgers University As the United States moves toward becoming a nation of suburbs, New Jersey-its most suburban state-is a place more Americans should get to know. Its volatile, candidate-centered elections are decided by politically independent suburbanites. New Jersey's experience provides lessons as other states seek to protect the environment, improve the quality of life, and accommodate a multicultural society while sustaining growth and opportunity. Written by two of the most respected political analysts in the state, this is the only book available that provides a comprehensive overview of politics and government in New Jersey. This thoroughly revised third edition, published for the first time by Rutgers University Press, also highlights recent scandals within the government and the high profile of the governorship. Barbara G. Salmore has served as dean and professor of political science at Fairleigh Dickinson-Madison (2000-2006) and as associate dean and professor at Drew University. Stephen A. Salmore was a political consultant and professor emeritus of political science at Rutgers University.

About the author

Barbara G. Salmore is associate dean and professor of political science at Drew University. Stephen A. Salmore is a professor emeritus of political science at Rutgers University.

Salmore is a professor emeritus of political science at Rutgers University and distinguished Visiting Professor of Political Science at Drew University.

Bibliographic information

• Title: New Jersey Politics and Government: The Suburbs Come of Age; Rivergate Series
• Authors: Barbara G. Salmore, Stephen A. Salmore
• Contributor: Stephen A. Salmore
• Edition: 3, illustrated, revised
• Publisher: Rivergate Books, 2008
• ISBN: 0813542863, 9780813542867
• Length: 445 pages
• Subjects: New Jersey; New Jersey - Politics and government; Political Science / American Government / Local; Political Science / American Government / State; Political Science / General; Political Science / Government / State & Provincial; Travel / United States / Northeast / Middle Atlantic