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December 07, 2024 Brutes in Suits: Male Sensibility in America
John Pettegrew's Brutes in Suits examines the construction of brutish masculinity in America from 1890–1920. The book analyzes how this hypermasculinity, presented as both instinct and contagion, manifested in various aspects of life, including marriage, war, and popular culture. Pettegrew explores the influence of figures like Darwin and Nietzsche on this ideology and its expression in literature, sport (particularly college football), and social movements. The analysis also considers the contrasting perspectives of feminists and male countercultural figures who challenged these norms. Ultimately, the work investigates the cultural and psychological roots of this aggressive masculinity and its lasting impact.

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14 min
December 07, 2024 Building Coalitions, Making Policy: The Politics of the Clinton, Bush, and Obama Presidencies
This book analyzes policymaking during the Clinton, Bush, and early Obama presidencies, focusing on the challenges of coalition building. It examines how these presidents attempted to balance the needs of their party base with appeals to moderate voters to achieve legislative success. The analysis covers various policy areas, including education, immigration, tax cuts, Medicare, Social Security, and environmental regulations. The authors explore the political dynamics involved in these policy choices and their consequences, highlighting the difficulties and trade-offs inherent in coalition politics. The book concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for understanding presidential leadership and the evolving nature of political parties in the 21st century.

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33 min
December 06, 2024 Building Healthy Communities through Medical-Religious Partnerships
This book, Building Healthy Communities through Medical-Religious Partnerships, advocates for collaborations between healthcare systems and religious congregations to improve community health, particularly among older adults. It presents numerous successful models of such partnerships across various faiths, demonstrating their effectiveness in addressing chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, promoting preventive care, and providing crucial support services. The text offers practical advice, program examples, and resource information for individuals and organizations seeking to establish similar initiatives. It also emphasizes the importance of addressing social determinants of health and empowering individuals to actively participate in their own healthcare. Finally, appendices include helpful tools for program evaluation and patient care coordination.

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23 min
December 06, 2024 Burdens of War: Creating the United States Veterans Health System
Jessica Adler's Burdens of War examines the creation of the United States veterans' health system following World War I. The book traces the system's development, highlighting policy debates, political maneuvering, and the experiences of veterans and medical professionals. Adler explores the interplay between medical needs, bureaucratic challenges, and evolving social and political contexts. The text also analyzes the system's impact on different groups, including African Americans and women, and its eventual expansion in the 1920s and beyond. Finally, it compares the system's creation to later health care initiatives.

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14 min
December 06, 2024 Bureaucracy and Self-Government: Reconsidering the Role of Public Administration in American Politics
This book excerpt examines the evolution of American public administration, analyzing its role in the context of democracy and self-government. It contrasts instrumental and constitutive views of public administration, arguing that public administration is not merely a tool of elected officials but also shapes citizens' experiences and the very nature of the regime. The text traces this debate through historical periods, highlighting key moments like the 1789 Decision, Jacksonian reforms, and the Progressive Era, culminating in an exploration of the New Deal and its lasting impact. The author ultimately advocates for a constitutional theory of public administration that recognizes its constitutive role while maintaining accountability to the rule of law.

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21 min
December 06, 2024 Bureaucratic Ambition: Careers, Motives, and the Innovative Administrator
Manuel Teodoro's Bureaucratic Ambition examines how career ambition and professional norms influence policy innovation within U.S. local government. The book uses a mixed-methods approach, combining case studies of police chiefs and water utility managers with survey data to explore the interplay between individual motivations (achievement, power, affiliation), career paths (vertical vs. diagonal advancement), and policy choices. Teodoro argues that ambitious administrators, particularly those with diagonal career trajectories, are more likely to champion professionally favored policies, even if politically risky. The study's findings challenge existing principal-agent models of bureaucracy by highlighting the significance of individual bureaucrats' values and motivations. The book concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for democratic governance.

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33 min
December 06, 2024 Buying into the World of Goods: Early Consumers in Backcountry Virginia
This excerpt from Buying into the World of Goods examines the life and business of John Hook, a Scottish merchant in eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century backcountry Virginia. The author uses Hook's extensive business records to explore consumerism in this region, analyzing the types of goods sold, the social dynamics of trade (including the significant roles of women and enslaved people), and the relationship between merchants and customers. The study also investigates the cultural context of consumption, examining household furnishings and the interplay of British goods with local traditions and beliefs. Ultimately, the book reveals how the world of goods shaped social identities and economic practices in early America.

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22 min
December 06, 2024 California Mennonites
This book explores the history of Mennonite communities in California from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. It examines their migration patterns, driven by factors such as fertile land and health benefits, alongside their religious practices and the challenges of adapting to an increasingly urban and diverse society. The text also analyzes internal conflicts within Mennonite groups regarding issues such as pacifism, Pentecostalism, and social justice. Further topics explored are the roles of women in the church, and the evolution of Mennonite engagement with California's broader social and political landscape.

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18 min
December 06, 2024 Calming Your Anxious Child: Words to Say and Things to Do
This book excerpt details a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based approach, the 7-Step TRAINOR Method, for treating childhood anxiety disorders. The method emphasizes parental involvement, teaching parents strategies to help their children manage anxiety through gradual exposure and cognitive restructuring. Several case studies illustrate the application of the method to various anxiety presentations, including generalized anxiety disorder, selective mutism, separation anxiety, specific phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and tic disorders. The text also discusses the role of medication, suggesting it as a supplementary treatment for severe cases, and offers guidance on seeking professional help and navigating school accommodations.

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38 min
December 06, 2024 Campus Sexual Assault: College Women Respond
This book presents a qualitative study exploring how college women respond to campus sexual assault, focusing on their agency in navigating the aftermath. It examines various responses, including self-care, seeking justice through institutional or personal means, and managing their identities. The study challenges the "perfect victim" stereotype and highlights the lack of institutional support, revealing the complex interplay between individual agency and systemic failures. It underscores the prevalence of campus sexual assault and the need for improved institutional policies and support systems. The authors emphasize the importance of listening to survivor voices to inform effective responses.

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33 min

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