Understanding California Government and Politics (book)
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| Author | Leo Ryan, editor |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Subject(s) | American history, California politics |
| Genre(s) | non-fiction |
| Publisher | Fearon Publishers, Palo Alto, California, Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 66-19105. |
| Released | 1966 |
| Media type | Hardcover |
| Pages | 152 |
| Followed by | USA/From Where We Stand |
USA/From Where We Stand: Readings in Contemporary American Problems is a non-fiction book published by Fearon Publishers in 1966.
The book was written by then-Assemblyman for California's 27th District, Leo J. Ryan.[1] Ryan later went on to become a United States Representative from California's 11th congressional district.[2] Ryan was assassinated by members of Peoples Temple in Guyana. He was the first and only Congressman to die in the line of duty, and was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1983.[3][4][5][6]
[edit] Premise
The book functions as a guide to California politics and government.[7] Topics discussed include California elections, political parties, State Government including the executive, legislative and judiciary branches, local government, and finances.[7] Information on California's legislative districts, and budget statistics are included in the appendix.[7] Leo Ryan's introduction is a tribute to John F. Kennedy, the man who inspired Ryan to get into politics.
Ryan stated that the book's purpose was: "..to present our system of government in such a way that you will look upon it as an exciting, challenging, rewarding occupation, worthy of understanding and, perhaps, of your own ambition. Why? Because it is. It was all of that to John F. Kennedy."[7]
[edit] References
- ^ Simon, Mark. "A Trip Into The Heart Of Darkness: Always larger than life, Leo Ryan courted danger.", San Francisco Chronicle, December 10, 1998, pp. A17. (in English)
- ^ United States Congress. RYAN, Leo Joseph, (1925 - 1978). United States Congress. Retrieved on January 24, 2007.
- ^ President Ronald Reagan (November 18, 1983). Statement on Signing the Bill Authorizing a Congressional Gold Medal Honoring the Late Representative Leo J. Ryan. Press release. Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
- ^ Trescott, Jacqueline. "Leo Ryan honored. (with Medal of Honor)", The Washington Post, Nov 30, 1984, pp. v107 pC4 col 5 (10 col in). (in English)
- ^ Staff. "Reagan to give medal for slain congressman. (Leo J. Ryan)", The New York Times, Nov 27, 1984, pp. pA25(L) col 2 (4 col in). (in English)
- ^ Tom Lantos (2003-11-17). Congressman Tom Lantos' Remarks on the 25th Anniversary of the Tragedy at Jonestown and the Death of Congressman Leo Ryan. Press release. Retrieved on 2006-09-08.
- ^ a b c d Ryan, Leo J. (1966). Understanding California Government and Politics. Palo Alto, California, United States: Fearon Publishers, 152 pgs.
| Congressman Leo Joseph Ryan, Jr. |
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| Tributes |
| Leo J. Ryan Award · Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park Leo J. Ryan Federal Building |
| Published works |
| USA/From Where We Stand Understanding California Government and Politics |
| Legislation |
| Hughes-Ryan Act |
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