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After finding out there has never been a female U.S. president, Grace decides to run in her school's mock election, where she learns about the American electoral system and sets out to be the best person for the job even though her opponent, Thomas, seems to be winning all the boys' votes.

Describes the life of Victoria Woodhull, the first woman to run for president, have a seat on the stock exchange, own a newspaper, and speak before Congress.

Provides a short history of Democracy, explains the process by which presidential campaigns are conducted, and discusses why citizens should exercise their right to vote.

Describes how election campaigns for the office of president of the United States have changed from the time of George Washington to the Bush vs.

Contains a photographic overview of the history of American presidential campaigns, from 1860-2004, including full-page photos that illustrate the public and private moments of the men who ran for presidential office.

Showcases one hundred American presidential campaign posters, from Andrew Jackson and Zachary Taylor to Richard Nixon and Barack Obama, along with historical commentary on the candidates.

Chronicles the life of John McCain, focusing on his political career, military experience, six years as a prisoner of war, and presidential aspirations.

Social critic and activist Ralph Nader chronicles the 2000 presidential campaign, in which he ran for the Green Party, and discusses weaknesses in the other parties and the future of the political system.

Relates inside stories from the 2008 U.S. Presidential election, providing insight into the personalities, events, and key issues that led to the outcome, and includes an interview with President Barack Obama.

Provides varying perspectives on the presidential election process in the United States, discussing the nomination of candidates, campaign spending, media influence, and the electoral college.

Explains presidential electoral system of the United States, includes historical anecdotes from past campaigns.

An exploration of the election of President Barack Obama that discusses his life and political career and also addresses the civil rights movement as well as race relations in the United States.

A collection of photographs from the archives of "The New York Times, " that chronicle the history of presidential campaigns throughout the twentieth century.

Addresses issues surrounding a Presidential election including media, ballot issues, liberal and conservative viewpoints, election budgets, travel, and campaigning.