Thomas Del Beccaro (75 results)

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The larger our governments, the greater the competition for their spoils--therefore our divisions. "There simply is so much at stake today. As a result, our governments that benefit so many, employ so many, and tax so widely--in short our governments that pick so many winners and losers--are understandably subject to an intense competition for their control." So writes author Thomas Del Beccaro in this fascinating study of the history of political unity and division in the US, from the Revolution to the adoption of the Constitution, the Civil War through Reconstruction, The Gilded Age to our present Divided Era. While we have had our conflicts over large issues and the role of government in the past, and still do today, an emerging cause of the partisanship and division we now know today did not exist at our nation's founding. Our governments were smaller, levied minimal taxes, and thus held out fewer spoils for citizens to fight over. Can the US find its way back to being a less divided country? Yes, says Del Beccaro, but only if citizens understand the growing source of our divisions: ever larger governments. Americans must demand that government shrink back to a less divisive size and scope and support leaders capable of setting unifying goals--for which Del Beccaro offers five key strategies. In fact, the consequences of not slimming the behemoth governments--federal, state, and local--will only lead to an ever widening divide, and more acrimonious and harmful partisanship. The Divided Era lays out the case for smaller government, more responsive political leadership, and ultimately a more cohesive citizenry.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. The larger our governments, the greater the competition for their spoils--therefore our divisions. "There simply is so much at stake today. As a result, our governments that benefit so many, employ so many, and tax so widely--in short our governments that pick so many winners and losers--are understandably subject to an intense competition for their control." So writes author Thomas Del Beccaro in this fascinating study of the history of political unity and division in the US, from the Revolution to the adoption of the Constitution, the Civil War through Reconstruction, The Gilded Age to our present Divided Era. While we have had our conflicts over large issues and the role of government in the past, and still do today, an emerging cause of the partisanship and division we now know today did not exist at our nation's founding. Our governments were smaller, levied minimal taxes, and thus held out fewer spoils for citizens to fight over. Can the US find its way back to being a less divided country? Yes, says Del Beccaro, but only if citizens understand the growing source of our divisions: ever larger governments. Americans must demand that government shrink back to a less divisive size and scope and support leaders capable of setting unifying goals--for which Del Beccaro offers five key strategies. In fact, the consequences of not slimming the behemoth governments--federal, state, and local--will only lead to an ever widening divide, and more acrimonious and harmful partisanship. The Divided Era lays out the case for smaller government, more responsive political leadership, and ultimately a more cohesive citizenry.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback. Condition: Good. The larger our governments, the greater the competition for their spoils--therefore our divisions. "There simply is so much at stake today. As a result, our governments that benefit so many, employ so many, and tax so widely--in short our governments that pick so many winners and losers--are understandably subject to an intense competition for their control." So writes author Thomas Del Beccaro in this fascinating study of the history of political unity and division in the US, from the Revolution to the adoption of the Constitution, the Civil War through Reconstruction, The Gilded Age to our present Divided Era. While we have had our conflicts over large issues and the role of government in the past, and still do today, an emerging cause of the partisanship and division we now know today did not exist at our nation's founding. Our governments were smaller, levied minimal taxes, and thus held out fewer spoils for citizens to fight over. Can the US find its way back to being a less divided country? Yes, says Del Beccaro, but only if citizens understand the growing source of our divisions: ever larger governments. Americans must demand that government shrink back to a less divisive size and scope and support leaders capable of setting unifying goals--for which Del Beccaro offers five key strategies. In fact, the consequences of not slimming the behemoth governments--federal, state, and local--will only lead to an ever widening divide, and more acrimonious and harmful partisanship. The Divided Era lays out the case for smaller government, more responsive political leadership, and ultimately a more cohesive citizenry.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The larger our governments, the greater the competition for their spoils--therefore our divisions. "There simply is so much at stake today. As a result, our governments that benefit so many, employ so many, and tax so widely--in short our governments that pick so many winners and losers--are understandably subject to an intense competition for their control." So writes author Thomas Del Beccaro in this fascinating study of the history of political unity and division in the US, from the Revolution to the adoption of the Constitution, the Civil War through Reconstruction, The Gilded Age to our present Divided Era. While we have had our conflicts over large issues and the role of government in the past, and still do today, an emerging cause of the partisanship and division we now know today did not exist at our nation's founding. Our governments were smaller, levied minimal taxes, and thus held out fewer spoils for citizens to fight over. Can the US find its way back to being a less divided country? Yes, says Del Beccaro, but only if citizens understand the growing source of our divisions: ever larger governments. Americans must demand that government shrink back to a less divisive size and scope and support leaders capable of setting unifying goals--for which Del Beccaro offers five key strategies. In fact, the consequences of not slimming the behemoth governments--federal, state, and local--will only lead to an ever widening divide, and more acrimonious and harmful partisanship. The Divided Era lays out the case for smaller government, more responsive political leadership, and ultimately a more cohesive citizenry.…

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Soft cover. Condition: Good. A good to near very good copy in a pictorial wraps. Inscribed and signed by author on title page; No printing stated. Some wear, creasing, and rubbing to covers and cover edges; 8vo., 246 pages. Inscribed by Author(s).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. This copy is SIGNED WITH HIS INITIALS AND DATED 1/18/23 on the title page by the Author. Dark blue boards with silver lettering o spine. Binding is tight. Spine is rounded. Corners are sharp. Content is clean, No markings. No shelf wear. Dust Jacket is in mint condition. Includes: Contents, Notes, Index. 448 p. 6 x 9.25 x 1.77 inches. 1.52 lb. Signed & Dated By the Author.…

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Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.