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  • The Logic of American Politics

    by Samuel H. Kernell, Gary C. Jacobson, Thad Kousser, Lynn Vavreck, Timothy R. Johnson ...
    Why does the American political system work the way it does?After observing the strains of intense partisanship and divided government, many Americans are wondering what logic, if any, can be found in politics. With both sides of the political spectrum being so different from one another and the scales often tipping in the favor of the opposing party by a fraction of a percentage point, how can ... Read more

    $116.99 USD

  • Fine-Tuning Large Language Models

    Unlocking The Specialized Potential of Language Models

    by Gary E. Jacobson ...
    Fine-Tuning Large Language Models: Unlocking the Specialized Potential of Language ModelsAbout the Technology:Large Language Models (LLMs) have revolutionized the field of artificial intelligence, demonstrating remarkable capabilities in natural language understanding and generation. However, their true potential lies in their ability to be fine-tuned for specific tasks and domains.Key Features:In ... Read more

    $10.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Mojo for LLM Developers

    A Practical Guide for Building High-Performance Language Models

    by Gary E. Jacobson ...
    Mojo for LLM Developers: A Practical Guide for Building High-Performance Language ModelsAbout the Technology:Mojo is a revolutionary programming language designed to bridge the gap between the productivity of Python and the performance of C++. Specifically tailored for AI and machine learning, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), Mojo empowers developers to build high-performance ... Read more

    $8.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Electoral Origins Of Divided Government

    Competition In U.s. House Elections, 19461988

    by Gary Jacobson ...
    Is divided government—a Republican president and a Democratic Congress—the product of diminished competition for seats in the U.S. House of Representatives? In this groundbreaking study, Gary C. Jacobson uses a detailed analysis of the evolution of competition in postwar House elections to argue that the problems Republicans face in seeking House seats are political rather than structural. With ... Read more

    $45.99 USD

  • LLM for Data Query

    A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking the Power of Natural Language for Data Analysis

    by Gary E. Jacobson ...
    LLM for Data Query: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking the Power of Natural Language for Data AnalysisAbout the Technology:Large Language Models (LLMs) represent a paradigm shift in how we interact with data. By leveraging advanced natural language processing, LLMs can understand and translate human language into actionable database queries, eliminating the need for complex SQL or other query ... Read more

    $8.00 USD

  • The Dimensions and Implications of the Public's Reactions to the January 6, 2021, Invasion of the U.S. Capitol

    by Gary C. Jacobson ...
    Series series Elements in American Politics
    The January 6, 2021 invasion of the US Capitol building by a mob trying to block certification of Biden's victory attacked a bedrock principle of American democracy, the peaceful transfer of power following an election. This Element reviews how the pubic evaluated the invaders, their actions, Donald Trump's responsibility, and the House investigations as they evolved after January 6. It then ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • Presidents & Parties in the Public Mind

    by Gary C. Jacobson ...
    How is Donald Trump's presidency likely to affect the reputation and popular standing of the Republican Party? Profoundly, according to Gary C. Jacobson. From Harry S. Truman to Barack Obama, every postwar president has powerfully shaped Americans' feelings, positive or negative, about their party. The effect is pervasive, influencing the parties' reputations for competence, their perceived ... Read more

    $23.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sex, Sexuality, and Trans Identities

    Clinical Guidance for Psychotherapists and Counselors

    by S.J. Langer, Kelly Wise, PhD, LCSW, CST, Dulcinea Pitagora, PhD, MA, MEd, CST, Jessica Kosciewicz MS, RD, Asher Pandjiris, MA, LCSW, Andrew Zarate, RD, Laura A. Jacobs, LCSW, Jane Fleishman, PhD, Julie Mencher, MSW, Katherine Rachlin, PhD, Tobias B.D. Wiggins, Olivia Fischer, BKIN, Ronica Mukerjee, DNP, FNP-BC, MsA, LAc, AAHIVS, Gail Knudsen, MD, Mister Cris, D. M. Maynard ...
    A specialist book for mental health professionals, sex therapists and educators to develop and improve their clinical work with trans clients with regards to their sexual relationships and sexuality. It provides an interdisciplinary exploration of the subject, and relates to both clinical practice and theory.Topics explored include the shifting of sexual orientation during or following gender ... Read more

    $51.29 USD

  • The Politics of Congressional Elections

    by Jamie L. Carson, Gary C. Jacobson ...
    The Politics of Congressional Elections is the most authoritative and accessible introduction available on congressional elections and the electoral process. By pairing historical data analysis and original research with fundamental concepts of representation and responsibility, Carson and Jacobson help students develop the tools to evaluate Congress, as well as their own role in the electoral ... Read more

    $47.99 USD

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  • The Limits of Party

    Congress and Lawmaking in a Polarized Era

    by James M. Curry, Frances E. Lee ...
    Series series Chicago Studies in American Politics
    To many observers, Congress has become a deeply partisan institution where ideologically-distinct political parties do little more than engage in legislative trench warfare. A zero-sum, winner-take-all approach to congressional politics has replaced the bipartisan comity of past eras. If the parties cannot get everything they want in national policymaking, then they prefer gridlock and stalemate ... Read more

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  • Obama on the Home Front

    Domestic Policy Triumphs and Setbacks

    by John D. Graham ...
    Series series Encounters: Explorations in Folklore and Ethnomusicology
    "The best comprehensive review of the Obama administration's policies available," by the author of Bush on the Home Front (Daniel P. Franklin, author of Pitiful Giants: Presidents in their Final Term).Barack Obama came into office as the economy was careening into the worst downturn since the Great Depression. On the political front, he would be challenged by the same intense congressional ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • In Defense of Judicial Elections

    by Chris W. Bonneau, Melinda Gann Hall ...
    Series series Controversies in Electoral Democracy and Representation
    One of the most contentious issues in politics today is the propriety of electing judges. Ought judges be independent of democratic processes in obtaining and retaining their seats, or should they be subject to the approval of the electorate and the processes that accompany popular control? While this debate is interesting and often quite heated, it usually occurs without reference to empirical ... Read more

    $60.99 USD