1. Homework: OL 23.1 for Friday FrontPage: Have your OL on your desk.

2. The “Tug-of-War” between Washington and the states

3.  What is federalism?  Why is federalism a good system for the United States?  Is it mentioned in the Constitution?  How was it established?  Examples of types of powers:  Expressed (and inherent), implied, denied, reserved

5.  What is the difference between the states’ rights position and the nationalist position with regard to the powers of government? When it comes to the “tug-of- war” between states and the national government, what names do we give to the “fans” of the 2 “competing sides”?

6.  Does the Constitution mention the environment in any way?  Which level of government should retain this power, then?  Does the federal government involve itself in environmental issues in any way?  How might it justify those actions?

7.  Does the Constitution mention this power?  Who retains this power, then?  Does the federal government involve itself in education in any way?  How might it justify those actions when necessary?

8.  Does the Constitution mention the regulation of drugs?  Which level of government should retain this power?  Does the federal government regulate drugs?  How might it justify this action?  Should states be able to make their own laws with regard to medical marijuana?  What might be the negative consequences of allowing this freedom?

9. Recently, the state of Arizona enacted a very controversial immigration law. This law enables police, with reasonable suspicion, to question suspected illegal immigrants and request proof that they are here legally. Proponents (supporters) of the law argue it is necessary to fight illegal immigration in Arizona.  Which level of government does the Constitution say has the job of protecting the borders and making immigration policy (state or federal)?  Do you believe that Arizona has acted appropriately in this situation? Why or why not?  What might be the negative consequences if states were able to take action like this?  If you were a Supreme Court Justice hearing this controversy, how would you rule?  In favor of the states’ right to make this law, OR  That only the federal government has the power to make laws regarding immigration?