Write a three to four (3-4) page paper on American federalism in which you: Provide three (3) examples of how federalism has evolved from its origins to the American political system in place today. Examine three to five (3-5) factors that have allowed the concept of federalism to shape American political behavior. Discuss at least two (2) factors that illustrate how the relationship between the states and the U.S. federal government influences the creation of American policies overall. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites to not qualify as academic resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

Choose a case study that documents Homeland Security intelligence. Complete an analysis of the case study using Lowenthal’s intelligence cycle. Your analysis must be supported with a minimum of seven scholarly sources.Project Final Requirements: Submit your completed case study analysis including the following items:A description of the case and what occurred in detailAn examination of the case in depth that utilizes the seven-step approach to the intelligence cycle. Each step within this process should be a heading in your paper, with the Feedback section including information for how the intelligence was used to secure the homeland.A response to the following questions:What challenges were faced?Do you think these same challenges would have occurred if this case occurred 50 years prior?An incorporation of the role of counterintelligence, counterterrorism, covert action, and critical infrastructure as they pertain to your chosen case.Remember, your analysis must be supported with a minimum of seven scholarly resources (e.g., academic journals and academic textbooks) to carry out your research for this paper. As expressed previously, Wikipedia and CliffsNotes are unacceptable resources, as are blogs, newspaper articles, and editorials. Your paper must be 8-10 pages.

One of the most fascinating developments in state and local government is the rise of direct democracy through popular referendum and recall elections.  Describe a popular referendum and a recall election.  Then discuss whether you think recent referendums and recall elections in California are best for the governing of the state and why.   Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.