Stephen Brooks is a professor of political science at the University of Windsor. Donald E. Abelson is director of the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government, Steven K. Hudson Chair in Canada-US Relations, and professor of political science at St. Francis Xavier University. Melissa Haussman is a professor of political science at Carleton University.
"""Stephen Brooks, Donald E. Abelson, and Melissa Haussman have written a superb textbook about the American government. The updated version provides students with a comprehensive, accessible, and up-to-date overview for understanding the workings of the American political system, including the key institutions, actors, and processes shaping decision making and outcomes."" - Zheger Hassan, Adjunct Professor of Political Science, University of Western Ontario ""The text is comprehensive and concise. Understanding American Politics covers every important aspect of American politics objectively but with a passion for its subject. The three experts have produced a volume worthy of any undergraduate course on US politics. It is well-timed to take account of the Trump presidency's impact on the politics and institutions of this fascinating polity."" - Paul Hamilton, Associate Professor of Political Science, Brock University"