#1. What is federalism and what are the arguments in its favor? How has American federalism evolved since the founding of the republic and where does it stand today?
#2. How does United States compare with other countries in its political participation including voting? Explain. What are some ways in which voting participation might be increased in the U.S.?
#3. Discuss the structure, organization, and function of the federal bureaucracy. Include in the discussion processes that influence the performance of the bureaucracy.
