State power and promoting the general welfare.

Instruction: Answer the following questions in essay format:

Some argue that the national government has eroded state power, to what extent should the government “promote general welfare”?
What does promoting general welfare mean to you?
In developing an understanding of state and local political systems and their relationship with the federal government, who do you think should play a greater role–the states or the federal government? Explain.
Format: 12-point font, New Times Roman, one inch margins, Your Name, date, CRN 16903, Title

Cite any sources you use for this assignment. Citations should be formatted in APA style. Automatic10 point deduction if citations are missing.