Part One: Answer one of the following: 1.In regard to state and local government:

a. Define political parties and discuss their functions and roles. b. Discuss Direct Democracy and Direct Action.

2. Discuss the following aspects of crime in regard to state & local Government:

a. The crime explosion and its impact and crime reductionand its impact.

b. Policing and law enforcement.

3. Discuss:

a. The major functions of the state legislature and the importance of a professional legislative staff.

b. The major influences on a state legislator’s policy choices and voting record.

Part Two: Answer one of the following:

1. Discuss:

a. The major powers of the governor and the major roles of the governor.

b. The functions and powers of the state bureaucracy.

2. Discuss:

a. The two different types of local government: General Purpose and Single Purpose.

b. Local political leaders and their roles in local governance: mayors, city council, bureaucrats.

3. Discuss: In Regard to state and local government:

a. Economic development, Housing b. Transportation,Environment.

All your answers must be from the state and local governments perspective.