Understand the various models used to describe federalism.

Be able to define political culture and understand Elazar's classification system.

How do political parties normally choose their candidates for state office?

What is the difference between an initiative and a referendum?

How do states differ in their types of primary systems?

What are the three major legislative roles?

Where do states and localities receive their power in the American political system?

How are demographic changes affecting American politics?  What regions of the U.S. are experiencing the most growth?

Know the requirements for serving as a Governor and Lieutenant Governor in Oklahoma.

Why is transportation policy such a salient issue in Oklahoma?

Be familiar with recent court cases dealing with Congressional authority to regulate through the Interstate Commerce Clause.

Are political candidates ever allowed to run on more than one party ticket during the same election?

What political events and legislation preceded Oklahoma's entry as the 46th state in the union?

What interest groups are most powerful and active in Oklahoma politics?

What are some of the unique characteristics of the Oklahoma constitution?

What is the difference between incorporation and home rule?

What are the differences between how sociologists and political scientists approach the study of community power?

Explain the significance of "edge cities."

Define tax capacity.

What is the difference between regressive, flat, and progressive tax policies?

How do most states handle inevitable estimation errors when they are required to balance their budgets?

What specific report is credited with the modern emphasis on the deterioration of education quality?

Are American schools doing better or worse than in the past?  How do we know?

Discuss various options for education reform.

What strategies did cities like New York and Boston use to control crime.  Did these strategies work?

According to correctional experts, what's the best way to prevent undesirable behavior?

What specific reform initiatives have been promoted by Oklahoma governors to boost bureaucratic productivity?

Know the overall structure and size of Oklahoma's bureaucracy.

List examples of historic preservation successes and failures in Oklahoma.

What's the difference between a criminal and a civil case?

Know the structure and characteristics of the Oklahoma judicial system.  Through what means are judges selected?

Be familiar with the court cases in Oklahoma that have received attention by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Where is the population in Oklahoma most concentrated?

Describe the major economic development initiatives in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.

What problems, if any, do you see in Oklahoma's tax system and what possible reforms would you suggest and why?