Description: One of the core principles of American democracy is the belief that any citizen, regardless of economic or social status, has the ability to shape his or her government. Yet, the debate over money, politics, influence, and fairness has been ongoing since the founding of the United States. This comprehensive edition presents a variety of perspectives about this perennial controversy in America.
Review Quotes: Review: Are America's Wealthy Too Powerful? Each well-chosen selection raises fascinating questions about the legal and ethical aspects of each issue, inviting teens' empathy with personal histories as well as facts. With up-to-date, relevant resource lists and expertly edited selections, these volumes, like others in the venerable series, are natural choices to support high-school debates and classroom discussion.--Booklist, March 2011