Question 1
Discuss the faults of federalism over the political history of the United States.
Question 2
Explain how interest groups influence state politics.
Question 3
Contrast the differing opinions between liberals and conservatives in regards to the policy of grants-in-aid. (500 word minimum on this one)
Discusiion Question
What is the purpose of having a "separation of powers?" Why is this important to the form of government in the United States? Are there times when one branch has more power than another? How does it balance out?