"The US Constitution is an essential part of governing the country. Its articles outline rules, laws, and procedures for our government. In this . . . book, readers will learn about the intricacies of Article I and the inner workings of Congress. . . Readers will discover how each part of Congress is elected, their responsibilities and limits, and their obligation to ensure that the US government functions ethically and with the best interests of...

"This comprehensive guide for young readers explains the concept of government by focusing on one particular and important aspect--lawmaking. Readers will explore what the legislative branch is and the role it plays within the state and federal government. They will also be introduced to some of the most important and interesting people who have worked in this branch of government, including both past and present members of the U.S. Congress. Full-color...

Reveals an unsettling but unavoidable truth: now that the federal government has broken free of the Constitution's chains, government officials are restrained by little more than their sense of what they can get away with.