On election night, commentators usually forget to provide the context and background explaining why the south votes the way it does, making it "mysterious" to all but the pros.

This book begins by explaining the shift towards the Republican Party in the south in recent years in clear language. As much as was made of Gore's loss in his home state in 2000, this books makes clear that any democrat would likely have lost there.

The first chapter gives a regional overview and each succeeding chapter covers one state, written by a local expert. Highly recommended.

An amazing review of the status of the political situation in the American South in the 1990s. It will appeal to the lay audience, political scientists, and political professionals. In the fine tradition of V.O. Key.

Wow! This is an epic tale of everything there is to know about Ohio politics -- featuring all there is to know about the Governors, legislators, and average citizens of the Buckeye state. In this book readers will find the "real story" behind the headlines. The pages turn like a thriller -- I heartily endorse it!

An amazing review of the texture and story of the political history of the American South. It will appeal to the lay audience, political scientists, and political professionals. A follow-up to and in the fine tradition of V.O. Key.