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 * Dear Students**


 * This an exciting time of year right before our first class online.**


 * I want to share my experiences with you in state and local government, where I have worked and consulted for mire than 30 years. Second, I want my student to perform well. I will do my part. You have to do yours by:**


 * **Keeping up the reading**
 * **Make posts in the discussions, which count toward your grade**
 * **Ask either the 1-800-456-7134 at the bottom of your screen when you encounter a technical problem These IT folks are VERY good. But don’t wait.**
 * **There a 99% positive relationship of attendance and earning high marks (in the 90s).**


 * The study of local and state government is right on the money as you prepare for a degree to enter the labor market. Indeed, for those Criminal Justice majors, you will find jobs in state and local governments. And you will have a leg up on those who do not know how to operate in such an environment.**


 * For others, if you use water, sewerage, roads, police and fore protection, public health, etc., you are using state and local government services, Moreover, more than 80% of your local tax bill goes for education at the l9ocal level.**


 * So keep in touch and remember I like to have my students do well.**


 * Art Finkle**