The Disney Touch: Disney, ABC & the Quest for the World's Greatest Media EmpireA primer written for high school and community college students guiding them through the process by which lawmakers enact bills in state, federal, and local government. Neal (a former state legislator) invents fictional state legislators and follows them through various state sessions as they introduce, debate, and try to pass specific bills such as graffiti ordinances, domestic abuse, and gun control. At every step, the committees, connections, and compromises required are highlighted. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
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The Disney Touch: Disney, ABC & the Quest for the World's Greatest Media Empire Ron Grover No preview available - 1997 |
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