Larry J. Sabato has written over twenty books on the American political process, including his most recent publication, A MORE PERFECT CONSTITUTION.

A MORE PERFECT CONSTITUTION 23 Proposals to Revitalize our Constitution and Make America a Fairer Country - Larry J. Sabato MORE AND MORE, we are aware of the growing dysfunction and unfairness of our political system. Larry Sabato persuasively argues that part of the problem lies in the Constitution. For all its unquestioned genius, some of the document's important provisions are now outmoded, having been framed for a much smaller, less complex nation. Until they are reformed, the dysfunction and unfairness that have crept into our politics will remain. However radical that may seem, the original framers themselves fully expected the Constitution to be regularly revised to reflect the country's changing needs; yet, apart from the Bill of Rights, it has only been amended seventeen times in 220 years. "I AM ASKING READERS TO SET ASIDE POLITICAL LOYALTIES, look past 'values' debates and hot-button issues, to consider this very real possibility: that the failure of the nation to update the Constitution and the structure of government it originally bequeathed to us is at the root of our current political dysfunction."                                           --Larry J. Sabato A MORE PERFECT CONSTITUTION presents twenty-three creative and dynamic proposals to reinvigorate American governance. Combining idealism and pragmatism, Sabato's thought-provoking ideas range from the structure of Congress and length of the president's term to the number and terms of Supreme Court justices, imperfections in the Electoral College, and an inspiring call for universal national service. But just as compelling as the ideas themselves is Sabato's explication of how our system actually works, lifting the cover to reveal all the gears and levers of government in action--a fascinating lesson in civics that should engage Americans everywhere. A MORE PERFECT CONSTITUTION (Walker & Co.) is available beginning on October 2, 2007. For more information, visit amoreperfectconstitution.com.

The Sixth Year Itch The Rise and Fall of the George W. Bush Presidency - Larry J. Sabato This exciting new book by political scholar and commentator Larry J. Sabato helps students, voters and citizens understand the issues and actions that mattered most in the 2006 midterm elections and previews the 2008 presidential race. The Sixth Year Itch contains original chapters by Sabato, one of the most recognizable experts and commentators on elections in the U.S., as well as contributed chapters by prominent journalists and scholars who are on the political frontlines. Each essay offers trenchant commentary and unique insights into the campaigns, the issues and the strategies of parties and candidates, preparing readers to be informed participants in the next election.         More (Longman, April 2007)         Order this book from Amazon.com!

Divided States of America The Slash and Burn Politics of the 2004 Presidential Election - Larry J. Sabato A follow-up to his best-selling Get in the Booth! A Citizen's Guide to the 2004 Election, this new book looks back at the 2004 campaigns and election and offers fresh analyses and trenchant commentary by Larry J. Sabato and a team of top election scholars and journalists. An invaluable resource for anyone already looking ahead to the elections of 2006 and 2008, Divided States of America breaks down the 2004 races and provides a jumping off point for future contests. The latest publication from Larry J. Sabato and the University of Virginia Center for Politics offers exciting commentaries and analyses on the divisive 2004 election from the scholars and journalists who were closest to it. From the rise and fall of Howard Dean to the "Bush Mandate," and from the impact of campaign finance laws to the role of religion, this book offers insights on an array of the most significant events and issues that dominated the most intense and important election in recent memory.         More "Want to know why Bush won and Kerry lost in 2004? Then read Larry Sabato's book. It's the best analysis of that bitter election in print."       --Bill O'Reilly, Anchor - Fox News Channel "At Little Bighorn, General Custer was heard to say, 'Where did all those Indians come from?' On Election Night 2004 I asked, 'Where did all those Republicans come from?' Larry Sabato has collected some of the smartest observers of the scene to give us the answer. This book tells us the what, why, where and how of one of the most consequential elections of our time."       --Paul Begala, Political Analyst - CNN (Longman, June 2005)         Order this book from Amazon.com!

Get in the Booth! A Citizen's Guide to the 2004 Election - Larry J. Sabato With original chapters by Professor Sabato, prominent political journalists, and distinguished election scholars, this timely and accessible new book offers insightful, up-to-date analyses of the issues dominating the 2004 presidential election.         (Longman, 2004)         Order this book from Amazon.com!

Midterm Madness: The 2002 Elections - Larry J. Sabato Comprehensive analysis of 20 key races and insightful commentary by some of the country's top political scholars and journalists.         Official Midterm Madness Website (Rowman & Littlefield, 2003)         Order this book from BN.com!

Overtime! The Election 2000 Thriller - Larry J. Sabato With never-before-published stories, commentaries, and interviews by the key insiders and frontline witnesses to history in the making, Overtime! The Election 2000 Thriller offers readers stunning insights, revealing analyses, and unique perspectives on the 2000 Presidential election. Edited by Larry J. Sabato, one of the foremost political science scholars and political commentators today, this book brings together accounts by journalists, academics, and campaigners for a distinctive and balanced view of the election that continued long after the clock had run out. Chapter Synopses | Reactions Paperback - 288 pages 1st edition (July 27, 2001) Longman; ISBN: 032110028X         Order this book from Amazon.com

The Party's Just Begun: Shaping Political Parties for America's Future - Larry J. Sabato, Bruce A. Larson This long-awaited revision of Larry Sabato's classic work builds on the premise that the American party system is useful, and considers how we might further strengthen our political parties. With new co-author Bruce Larson, The Party's Just Begun, Second Edition, is based on original research and has been brought completely up-to-date with all new data and substantially revised analyses. New to the Second Edition: Analysis of the roles the parties played in the 2000 Election. Analysis of the Reform Party and its candidates, including Jesse Ventura and Ross Perot. New Polling Data from John McLaughlin and Associates. Analysis of the Republican takeover of Congress in 1994. Discussion of campaign finance laws and reform efforts. New discussion of the effects of debacles like the impeachment of President Clinton on the public's opinion of the parties. Paperback (July 16, 2001) 272 pages 2nd edition Longman; ISBN: 032108912X         Order this book from Amazon.com

Feeding Frenzy: Attack Journalism & American Politics - Larry J. Sabato From pack journalism, private versus public life, rumor and truth, to character issue, access, looking the other way, media bias, watchdog journalism, and competition, Larry Sabato reveals the origins, patterns, and consequences of "feeding frenzies" -- the relentless attacks on politicians by the media. Paperback (March 2000) Lanahan Pub Inc; ISBN: 0965268780         Order this book from Amazon.com

Peepshow: Media and Politics in an Age of Scandal (website) - Larry J. Sabato, Mark Stencel, S. Robert Lichter Peepshow looks behind the scenes at news coverage of political scandals, analyzing what gets reported, what doesn't, and why. The authors talk with top news editors to get a fix on what will make the evening news and what we're likely to read about during campaign seasons. Hardcover - 192 pages (February 1, 2000) Rowman & Littlefield; ISBN: 0742500101         Order this book from Amazon.com

Dangerous Democracy? The Battle over Ballot Initiatives in America - Larry J. Sabato, Bruce Larson, Howard R. Ernst Direct democracy is alive and growing in the form of statewide ballot initiatives. Currently, twenty-four states allow individuals and groups to propose laws for direct voter consideration and tens of millions of dollars flow into the initiative industrial complex each election cycle. This book assesses the health of the initiative process through the insights of the leading initiative scholars, top journalists, and important political consultants from across the country. The book provides a critical and balanced look into a political mechanism that is having a profound influence on American politics. Paperback - 288 pages Vol 2001 (May 2001) Rowman & Littlefield Publishing; ISBN: 0742510425         Order this book from Amazon.com

Dirty Little Secrets : The Persistence of Corruption in American Politics - Larry J. Sabato, Glenn R. Simpson The most disturbing trend in American public life today is found in the answers to a poll question asked regularly by the Roper organization: Do you think you can trust the government in Washington to do what is right most of the time? In 1964, 76 percent of Americans polled answered yes. Today, that number has plunged to an abysmal 19 percent. As trust in government declines, the nastiness of national politics rises, with the rewards going not to those who appeal to the best in Americans, but to those who are best able to exploit the cynicism and distrust. Clearly, something must be done. But what? In Dirty Little Secrets, Larry Sabato and Glenn Simpson suggest a place to begin: the reform of the political system. Their book provides a catalog of the corruption prevalent in modern American politics. It is different from the sort of corruption that prevailed half a century ago. Big-city bosses and bagmen making payoffs are gone. But in their place is a new and toxic combination of technology and money that may undermine the system--and confidence in the system--even more. The tale that Sabato and Simpson have to tell is eye-opening; it is also deeply disturbing. The result is a powerful, pathbreaking book that should become must reading for anyone trying to understand American politics. Hardcover - 430 pages (April 1996) Times Books; ISBN: 0812924991         Order this book from Amazon.com

American Government: Continuity and Change, 2000 Edition, Hardcover - Karen O'Connor, Larry J. Sabato This book covers all topics such as the Constitution, federalism, civil rights, civil liberties, political behavior, and public policy in a way that is rich in historical and comparative perspectives. It explores issues that the original Framers of the Constitution could never have envisioned and shows how the basic institutions of our government have responded to these new demands. Each chapter begins with a vignette focusing on a high-interest real issue or incident, followed by a bridge paragraph linking the vignette with the chapter's topics. Hardcover - 802 pages 5 edition (December 9, 1999) Addison-Wesley Pub Co; ISBN: 032107033X         Order this book from Amazon.com

Toward the Millennium: The Elections of 1996 - Larry Sabato From leading journalists and academicians, this is the first comprehensive, insightful, and timely review of the 1996 elections, both at the state and federal level. Contributors include: Ken Bode, moderator, Washington Week in Review; Richard Cohn, National Journals, Brooks Jackson, Newsweek; and several leading scholars. This essential reference describes the events leading up to the 1996 elections and provides a context and perspective in which to place them. There is also comprehensive coverage of the impact of the media and of campaign financing. Predictions for the next four years make this an invaluable tool to anyone interested in the political arenas. Paperback - 276 pages 1 edition (January 24, 1997) Addison-Wesley Pub Co; ISBN: 0205199070         Order this book from Amazon.com

When Should the Watchdogs Bark? - Larry J. Sabato, S. Robert Lichter The result of numerous interviews and extensive analysis of mainstream news coverage, in both print and on television, "When Should the Watchdogs Bark?" offers compelling explanations for the behavior of the news media during these three scandals. Lichter and Sabato argue that the mainstream media was more willing to pursue the Whitewater story because of its resemblance to more traditionally reported upon forms of political corruption. Paperback - 120 pages 1 Ed edition (January 1995) University Press of America; ISBN: 0964387700         Order this book from Amazon.com