"Setting the Agenda: Responsible Party Government in the U.S. House of Representatives" by Gary W. Cox and Mathew D. McCubbins is a book published by Cambridge University Press in 2005. It explores the structure and functioning of the U.S. House of Representatives, focusing on the role of responsible party government. The book discusses how the House operates under a system where party discipline and leadership play a crucial role in shaping legislative agendas and outcomes. It provides an analysis of the mechanisms through which the majority party controls the legislative process, including the use of committee assignments, floor procedures, and the management of legislative calendars. The authors examine the historical development of responsible party government in the House, tracing its evolution from the early days of the republic to the present. They also discuss the implications of this system for democratic governance, including the balance between party loyalty and individual member autonomy. The book is intended for scholars and students of political science, particularly those interested in American politics and legislative processes. It includes bibliographical references and an index. The publication is available in both hardback and paperback formats, with ISBN numbers provided for each. Cambridge University Press is responsible for the content of the book but does not guarantee the accuracy or appropriateness of external websites referenced in the publication."Setting the Agenda: Responsible Party Government in the U.S. House of Representatives" by Gary W. Cox and Mathew D. McCubbins is a book published by Cambridge University Press in 2005. It explores the structure and functioning of the U.S. House of Representatives, focusing on the role of responsible party government. The book discusses how the House operates under a system where party discipline and leadership play a crucial role in shaping legislative agendas and outcomes. It provides an analysis of the mechanisms through which the majority party controls the legislative process, including the use of committee assignments, floor procedures, and the management of legislative calendars. The authors examine the historical development of responsible party government in the House, tracing its evolution from the early days of the republic to the present. They also discuss the implications of this system for democratic governance, including the balance between party loyalty and individual member autonomy. The book is intended for scholars and students of political science, particularly those interested in American politics and legislative processes. It includes bibliographical references and an index. The publication is available in both hardback and paperback formats, with ISBN numbers provided for each. Cambridge University Press is responsible for the content of the book but does not guarantee the accuracy or appropriateness of external websites referenced in the publication.