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About The Almanac of American Politics


Published every two years, The Almanac of American Politics is the definitive reference on the people, places and issues that make up the American political landscape.

Editor Charles Mahtesian and Authors Michael Barone and Richard E. Cohen mix hard fact and colorful narrative in this unique portrait of the American political system. The Almanac is essential reading both for its in-depth analysis and at-a-glance reference. Called the "Bible of American politics" by George Will, The Almanac is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the American political scene.

The Almanac includes profiles of every member of Congress and governor, as well as in-depth and up-to-date narrative profiles of all 50 states and 435 House districts, including the U.S. insular territories. The 2006 edition offers an authoritative look at the 2004 presidential and congressional elections, including state-by-state analysis of the demographic, cultural and political factors that led to our current Congressional and federal landscape.

With maps, census data, and information on topics ranging from campaign expenditures to voting records to interest group ratings, the latest edition of The Almanac presents unparalleled insight on American politics.