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1. The "People's Republic" of California
California is a nation in itself. It is the most populous state in the Union, and competes with the major industries of some of the largest national economies in the world. It is a global leader in many ways. The state's political development is also checkered with unique individuals, groups, and circumstances both historical and contemporary. Regardless, California joined a preexisting nation with its own constitution and emerging political institutions and traditions. Ever since, California has affected and been affected by the nation as a whole.
Some Californians express their loyalty to the Federal government while others take more pride in direct democracy and local politics. Who is a "real American/Californian?" Does it depend on specific issues? If so, please provide specific examples and explain why.
2. The Politics of Higher Education
With significant budget cuts to the California State University and University of California systems, the politics of state budgeting and higher education became front page news. Many people blamed Proposition 13 (1978) as the major cause for the decline in higher education spending in California.
Please write a persuasive essay which identifies the main causes for the decline in higher education spending in California.
3. Parties and Eras
Evolution of political parties
Please explain how liberal values such as property rights and minimal government influenced the historical debates and conflicts between the Federalists and Anti-federalists, the Civil War Era Republicans and Democrats, and the current Republicans and Democrats.
4. Time and Revolution
Imagine what the writers expected when they wrote the Constitution of the United States
Does the United States of 2017 fit the expectations of the writers of the Constitution? Is it better or worse?
5. Pacific Time and Revolution
Imagine what the writers expected when they wrote the Constitution of California
Does California fit the expectations of the writers of the 1849 Constitution of California?