Through seven best-selling editions, Behind the Scenes in AmericanGovernment has been introducing students to individuals who constitute thelifeblood of American politics, people whose lives comprise the "inside story"of American government. And now the eighth edition, refreshed with sixteennew selections, continues to show the effects of character and personalityon politics.Exciting new articles include:~ A portrayal of Lee Atwater, "the bad boy of American politics"~ Garry Wills s consideration of Dan Quayle as a future U.S. president~ A selection on contemporary black politicians~ A fascinating account of the role of PACs in the battle for clean air~ A political consultant s first-hand description of negative campaigning~ Peggy Noonan s behind-the-scenes account of how she, a femalespeechwriter, coped with a detached president and an overbearingWhite House staff~ A first-person account of a young congressional candidate who challengeda well-respected incumbentAn Instructor s Manual, written by the author, is also available.