1. Choose one of the following contentious issues to address in a written letter to your representative. Civil rights
Education
Environmental regulations
Healthcare
Immigration
Marriage
Military
Product safety
Roads and highways
Taxes

2. Research your topic and find either a historical or current event that concerned both federal and state governments.
One example for education is teacher certification.

3. Begin writing your letter with an introductory greeting, then complete your letter by including the following:
Describe how the federal and state government have historically not agreed on solving the issue. (one paragraph)
Describe how the conflict has been solved or is being solved. Include public policies or court cases that impact the solution. (one paragraph)
Analyze how American federalism distributes, shares, and limits power and responsibility. Use examples from other issues or court cases as evidence to support your position. (one paragraph)
Evaluate the success or failure of the solution(s) for your chosen issue. Recommend a better way to nurture good relations in the future. (one paragraph)
End your letter with a formal closing.

4. Include a bibliography using at least two sources in MLA or APA citation format. Use Easy Bib to help you create the citation.