Should the federal government have more power to require greater uniformity in policy among the states?

There should be 2 references for each of the separate questions on Section 1. Do not just make one references….there needs to be 2 for each and every question on section 1. Critical Thinking Assignment Number Two IMPORTANT READ BEFORE STARTING – THIS MUST BE FOLLOWED To receive the maximum of 15 points, you must link your answer to either the factual information found in a chapter in the textbook, in one of the links provided, or if no link is provided–you must go on line and do a little research to secure facts to support your answers or opinions. THE TEXTBOOK IS PRACTICING TEXAS POLITICS 2017-2018. 17 EDITION..AUTHOR BROWN, LANGERNEGGER, GARCIA, BILES, RYNBRANDT, REYNA, HUERTA Be sure to include page numbers or subsections from the book for your sources of facts. You must also make sure you answer all parts of all questions that are asked. Glib, short and answers that are simply not supported by facts will not receive many points. If you do not supply facts and sources to support your opinions, you will lose five points. ******Two references from the above textbook for each question asked below…this is a mulitple question****** 1. The diversity of state laws and procedures creates an unfair situation for many citizens. For instance, the average felony conviction leads to thirteen months in jail in South Dakota, compared to almost five years in Massachusetts. Connecticut spends twice as much on public education as does Mississippi. Should the federal government have more power to require greater uniformity in policy among the states? What policies would you like to see equalized?