This activity is an opportunity for you to closely examine a contemporary policy issue facing the state of Mississippi. Over its history, the Mississippi government has had many conflicts with the national government as part of the dynamics under a federal system of governance. These disputes have heated up in recent years, and include immigration policy, education policy, environmental policy, social welfare policy, and many others issues. Select one of personal interest and objectively outline the nature of the dispute. This will allow you to work towards finding a solution. Take into consideration constitutional disputes as well as political, economic, and cultural differences. Look at the history underlying the dispute, how it is playing out within the governing institutions, and how you think the issue may be resolved, assuming that is possible. Step 1: Identify the issue and how both the . and Mississippi governments have been addressing it.
