Mike Albin April 1, 2000 State and Local Government Dr. Arnold State of the State In this paper we are asked to read the text by Dr. Paul Brace, “State Government & Economic Performance,” from that we are to decide as if we were the governor of the state of Kansas, which economic development strategy would be best for Kansas. Out of the four choices we were given, Arizona, Texas, Michigan, New York, I have chosen to argue …showed first 75 words of 2135 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2135 total…crops which would be a devastating blow to our economy, and may force it to plummet. In conclusion, the economic strategy of Michigan in my opinion best fits Kansas due to our agriculture rich economy and our high goals for education through out the state. Labor safe environments as well as, workers rights and the well being of my citizens would be the primary concern for me as a governor, and the Michigan plans me