“Politics is a good thing!”
Quote by Larry Sabato
Work
Overtime!: The Election 2000 Thriller
This novel dramatizes the unprecedented events surrounding the 2000 U.S. presidential election, which culminated in a thirty-six-day dispute over vote counting in Florida. The narrative captures the high-stakes atmosphere of recounts, court challenges, and political maneuvering that gripped the nation, drawing on the actual historical circumstances where the outcome hinged on disputed ballots, hanging chads, and conflicting judicial rulings. The story examines the tension between electoral processes and legal interpretation, the role of state and federal courts in resolving political disputes, and the human drama of campaign operatives, attorneys, and election officials caught in a constitutional crisis. Through its thriller format, the book explores themes of democratic legitimacy, the fragility of electoral systems, and the consequences of an election decided by the narrowest of margins. more
Author
Larry Sabato
Larry Sabato is an American political scientist and author recognized for his expertise in American politics. He has authored numerous books and articles on the subject, with a focus on political parties, elections, and the presidency. Sabato is also the director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, where he conducts research and teaches courses on American politics. more