Fiscal Federalism
In your essay explain the term "Fiscal Federalism." In addition discuss Grants-in-Aid. Federal grants come in a several different ways so distinguish the difference types. Finally, give your opinion on how you see the federal government (financially speaking) inter-related with state and local levels of government. I do want you to discuss the reading-that means do a lot more than just mention them in passing.
Use the provided readings. USE SUBHEADINGS WITHIN YOUR PAPER. If one subheading is one page or two pages then you can organize that easier than trying to write all 6-7 pages. Also think in terms of your conclusion as a well-developed opinion so you may want this to be a page or more.