
Discussions on each. The state is MISSISSIPPI
The US Constitution and Bill of Rights do not expressly address political parties. Instead, decisions about political parties were left to the public.
Over the past two hundred years, what factors have led the United States to a two-party system?
It is not uncommon for one political party to dominate a state’s government. Which party would you say currently controls your state government? Why do you think that party is preferred in your state?
What role has that party played in establishing policies in your community, your state, and at the federal level?
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Your local government often makes decisions that will impact your day-to-day life.
First, consider your form of local government. Does your local community have a county government or municipal government?
If you have a county government, is it a commission system, council-administrator system, council-elected executive system, or another structure? How did you determine which system is used in your county? What form of county government would you prefer, and why? What are the advantages of your preference?
If you have a municipal government, is it a mayor-council system or council-manager system or another structure, and is it a strong or weak mayor system? How did you determine which system is used in your municipality? What form of municipal government would you prefer, and why? What are the advantages of your preference?
What are some ways you interact with your local government?