Discuss.Where do you think that balance should be- with local governments (Mayors and City Councils) or with state government (Governor and the Legislature)? Do you think it should vary by policy area?

1. Like every state, Texas is made up of cities, towns and communities. However, it is also a state and must balance local independence (letting local folks make decisions) with state law. Where do you think that balance should be- with local governments (Mayors and City Councils) or with state government (Governor and the Legislature)? Do you think it should vary by policy area?

2. Domestic Policy
Read chapter 13 of the attached text, We the People, and view the youtube video, thereafter, discuss the differences between conservative and liberal views on domestic policy.

Write a minimum of one paragraph each of the two topics above.