1. American democracy and policies are rooted in local government. Explain in this context the understanding of American State and Local government in historical perspectives; highlighting political conflicts, race and ethnicity, immigration, political ideological, policy responsibilities, and comparative studies among states and communities.
2. Governors are considered as unique political characters in American politics. Discuss many roles as governor has to play highlighting gubernatorial politics, governor's executive and legislative powers, and unique political skill a governor has to have to deal with the state legislature.
3. Discuss the legal and cultural environment of state and local government in the context of the following essays: a) 'Expanding Role of the state Constitution' by Harry Martin & Donna Slawson; b) 'State Bills of Right: Dead or Alive?' by Dorothy Beasley; and c) 'Marketplace and Commonwealth, and the Three Political Cultures' by Daniel Elazer