Home Rule In America: A Fifty-State Handbook
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\ BooknewsA scholar or governmental expert in each state describes how the concept of home rule manifests there, considering what actions local governments can and cannot pursue; the degree to which power is centralized at the state capital; how home rule varies according to government function; and the impact on such issues as taxes, land annexation, and citizen access. They are particularly aware that as power and responsibilities devolve from the national government to states and localities, the exercise of home rule powers is becoming of more interest and important to researchers and engaged citizens. The District of Columbia, of course, is not included, nor disenfranchised possessions such as Puerto Rico. There is a glossary with extensive explanations of terms but not guide to pronunciation. There is no index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)\ \
