The Dynamic Dominion: Realignment and the Rise of Virginia's Republican Party Since 1945 - Hardcover

Atkinson, Frank B.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0913969397 ISBN 13: 9780913969397

Publisher: George Mason University Press, 1991

Synopsis

The Dynamic Dominion tells the dramatic story of Virginia's political transformation since the Second World War. The cradle of American democracyóand thus of the democratic movement that is sweeping the globe todayóthe venerable Old Dominion has emerged again in the second half of the 20th century as a dynamic political pacesetter for the nation. Virginia today has become a national bellwether, studied by political analysts and strategists in both parties for clues to the direction of the nation.

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This book is a dandy...a fascinating tale...a trove of historic information and valuable insights. * Roanoke Times Of World-News * Atkinson answers the who, what, when, where and why....He writes with an elegant hand....It's a good read. * The Richmond News Leader * ...clearly written...contains some effective descriptions of the political infighting....ought to be on the required list for all Virginia politicians. * The Virginia Magazine * ...clearly written...contains some effective descriptions of the political infighting....ought to be on the required list for all Virginia politicians. * The Virginia Magazine * This book is a dandy...a fascinating tale...a trove of historic information and valuable insights. * Roanoke Times Of World-News * Atkinson answers the who, what, when, where and why....He writes with an elegant hand....It's a good read. * The Richmond News Leader *

Edition details

• Publisher: George Mason University Press
• Publication date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0913969397
• ISBN 13: 9780913969397
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 534