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Campaign consultant Potholm explores the U. S. A.'s democratic process, explaining how the election of 2000 revealed the system's strengths, why low voter turn-out is not exactly a bad thing, and why politics should be entertaining.

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The Delights of Democracy: The Triumph of American Politics offers many delights for those who love politics. It's provocative and entertaining-what we've come to expect from its author. -- Susan M. Collins, U. S. Senator 'Delights' indeed. What you have here is vintage Potholm-irreverent, funny, opinionated, and even occasionally right. There is real insight here, both about Maine and national politics, and there's enough insider gossip to keep it interesting. Look, I had to pay a bundle for some of this advice; getting it for the price of this book is a steal. Enjoy, trust, verify. -- Angus S. King Jr., governor of Maine, 1995-2003 If you read this book, you will be a better-informed voter, with much more understanding of the behind-the-scenes processes that manipulate your opinions and votes. You might also be inspired to participate in the delights of democracy-as Potholm so aptly describes our country's system of politics and government. -- George Smith * Kennebec Journal * Not just fun to read, this bookwill give readers much to think about. * CHOICE *

The Delights of Democracy: The Triumph of American Politics offers many delights for those who love politics. It s provocative and entertaining what we ve come to expect from its author.--U. S. Senator Susan M. Collins

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Christian P. Potholm is professor of government and legal studies at Bowdoin College; founder and president of the national polling firm Command Research; and author of An Insider's Guide to Maine Politics, 1946-1996. He lives in Harpswell, Maine, near Brunswick.

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