AMERICAN GOVERNMENT: THE NATION HARDBALL by Chris Matthews
ASSIGNMENT: Book Notes on Part IV of the book Hardball by Chris Matthews. Part IV includes chapters 10-14 (Pages 155-224). Your book notes should follow the guidelines posted on Blackboard (TYPED, SINGLE SPACED, 1 INCH MARGINS)
CONCEPTS FROM PART I THAT SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN YOUR BOOK NOTES:
• Explain the hardball techniques discussed in this portion of the book. Give examples of these techniques (either from the book, from you personal experiences, or from other politicians).
• In his book, Matthews illustrates that "hardball" is a game of manipulation. Do you think you will be able to recognize these manipulative techniques in the future?
• These last two questions relate to the entire book, not just the last section.
o What hardball technique appeals to you the most? Why?
o What hardball technique do you dislike the most? Why?