The concepts of democracy, liberty, and equality are central to understanding how American government works. But not all citizens experience the same opportunities for equality in these areas. The playing field is not even. The Eighth Edition, Election Update brings best-practices for engaging all students by enhancing the proven nut and bolts focus with new pedagogy that helps students draw connections between their reading assignments, their lived experiences, and American government. With a supportive and motivational ebook experience and robust online resources, instructors have the flexibility to build a course keyed to the unique needs of their students, creating a more equal opportunity for all to succeed.