Power in the Intergovernmental System
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Some analysts would claim that power in the recently established intergovernmental system resides with the big states, those with the highest populations and, hence, the most voting power. Others claim the main power in the intergovernmental system resides with those states smart enough to get the most federal monies in the form of block grants by putting in the best applications for those grants. Some say it resides with big business. This paper posits that the power, for the moment, resides with the federal government. Bibliography lists 4 sources. JVintgov.rtf
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An Overview of the 2002 U.S. Congress
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A 5 page review of the function of our U.S. House of Representatives and Senate in comparison to the two other primary arms of our government. This paper emphasizes the personal diversity which exists among Congressional representatives, noting the major office holders of the House and the Senate and providing a brief description of several. Bibliography lists 5 sources. PPgovLdr.rtf
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STATE AND FEDERAL APPROACHES TO ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES
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This 5-page paper discusses several issues pertaining to the environment, including federal and state government approaches toward environmental policy, and use of cost-benefit analysis and cost-effectiveness tools toward controlling emissions. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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