Joseph Francis Zimmerman

"Cooperative interstate relations are essential for the maintenance of the economic union and the political union established by a confederacy or a federacy. This suggests that interstate relations would be featured prominently in the literature of the U.S. federal system, yet relatively few scholars have studied horizontal state relations. This volume provides detailed information and an analysis of interstate relations, and advances recommendations to improve the economic and political union. The ultimate goal is to stimulate scholarly research on important yet neglected interstate issues."--Book cover.

"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to the U.S. House of Representatives"--Provided by publisher.

This comparative study of electoral procedures, trends and key issues deals with the representation of women and minorities worldwide. The work describes a situation of under-representation in 20 countries and points to ways for women and minorities to enhance their position politically.

"In this volume, Joseph F. Zimmerman examines interstate economic relations. He explores the history of congressional and judicial ground rules governing such relations, direct and indirect interstate trade barriers and means of their removal, and interstate competition for tax revenues, business firms, sports franchises, tourists, and gamblers. He also covers the significant roles played by interstate compacts, federal-interstate compacts, and interstate administrative agreements. Recognizing the importance of harmonious interstate economic relations in promoting economic development, Zimmerman offers specific recommendations to Congress, the president, and state governments for strengthening the economic union."--BOOK JACKET.