How should the government deal with immigration? Is there a…

How should the government deal with immigration? Is there a need for a guest worker program, or is there a better path towards citizenship for those who have long resided in the U.S.? Should a wall be built, or tougher reinforcement of current laws? Discuss the best path forward using evidence to support your argument.

What explains why some issues make it onto the government’s…

What explains why some issues make it onto the government’s policy agenda and some do not? Why do some issues receive media attention and others do not? Are most issues getting on the agenda because they are “pet” projects of legislators or because of public interest?