solved Discussion #1- POLICYDespite good intentions, solving public problems is difficult.

Discussion #1- POLICYDespite good intentions, solving public problems is difficult. There is disagreement on:What constitutes a problem?Whether it can and should be solved?Who should solve it?The disagreement stems from differing values and beliefs
(ideology) by political actors and the public. This often leads to
passionate debate, especially when a significant amount of money is at
stake. Furthermore, policy making frequently leads to unexpected
problems (externalities) that result in many arguing to simply “leave it
alone.” Americans often prefer the status quo to the unknown.Reflect on the current problems facing your community (local, state or national). What two problems most urgently need to be addressed?What are some of the major obstacles impeding political action on these two issues. Incorporate ideas from the class!Each student will create one discussion and respond to at least two classmates’ postings with at least one posting by Thursday. ——————————————Discussion #2- POLICY ANALYSISIn the previous discussion forum, you selected two current
problems facing your community (local, state or national) and discussed
the major obstacles impeding political action on these issues. In this discussion forum, select a policy solution to one issue
you identified. You may conduct some research and investigate current
policy ideas on this matter or you may develop a policy proposal that is
not currently part of the debate around your issue. The objective of this discussion forum is to thoroughly analyze
a policy solution, share your analysis with our class and learn from
classmates’ research and analysis about various policies.In the discussion forum, please respond to ALL of the following prompts: State the public problem you selected and identify the policy
solution that you plan to analyze. Briefly summarize this policy
proposal.Identify two arguments (or reasons) that support the adoption of this proposalIdentify two points of disagreement (or arguments against) this proposal. Develop two substantive and challenging questions that
encourage deeper reflection and analysis of your selected public issue
or policy. These questions should be be an invitation for classmates to
discuss an aspect related to your topic. Each student will respond to the prompt and reply to at least two classmates’ posts with at least one posting by Thursday.