Public Administration Assignments: Please work on two assignments. Assignment 1: Around 1.5 pages for each part, please answer the fowling questions. In other words, there are two parts in total (in part1, answer the following questions with part 1 rea

Public Administration Assignments: Please work on two assignments. Assignment 1: Around 1.5 pages for each part, please answer the fowling questions. In other words, there are two parts in total (in part1, answer the following questions with part 1 readings, and in part2, answer the same questions with part2 readings) When answering questions, no need to state whole question statements but just question numbers. 1. What has been the “muddiest” point so far in this session? That is, what topic remains the least clear to you? (One muddy point out of all the readings week) 2. What has been the most “crystal-clear” point so far in this session? That is, what topic could you easily explain to someone else? (One crystal-clear point out of all the readings) 3. What is one key question do I still have after reading the textbook material that I would like to answer to? (One lingering question you want an answer to from all the readings) 4. What two lessons have I learned from each textbook and supplemental articles? (Two lessons for each Chapter and each supplemental reading) - Part 1 readings (textbook): • Chapter 16 - Part 1 Supplemental Readings: • State-Local Fiscal Conflict in Calif. • Don’t blame prop13 • Vote No on Proposition 15’s destructive property tax hikes – Orange County Register • Southern California’s future depends on defeating Proposition 15 - Part 2 readings (textbook): • Chapter 11 • Chapter 12 • Chapter 13 - Part 2 Supplemental Readings: • Critical Thinking Guide • Ethics - The Front Page Test • Ethical Situation Questions Assignment 2: Within exactly 100-130 words for each, make responses to these two discussions regarding State of California Adopted 2022-23 Budget. When responding, make sure to agree with these opinions and add: reasons, some critical additional information/concept/knowledge. 1) Governor Gavin Newsom excluded from the May adjustment $3.4 billion in outstanding SAL commitments. Californians are affected since the state will almost probably face a huge budget deficit next year, necessitating program changes. This will affect the vast majority of work opportunities, both public and private. For example, has benefited. People who are unable to work in their local occupations due to inflation or transportation seek more convenient work with higher pay. Businesses are compelled to compete in the private sector due to the value of the dollar in relation to the incentives. California's budget affects everything and everyone. The fate of roads, schools, health care, public transportation, clean air and water, and many other things is determined by state budgets, all of which have a substantial impact on the quality of life of workers, families, and communities across the country. The Pandemic is, for the most part, ended. The amended May budget includes $1.1 billion for COVID-19 to continue implementing the Administration's SMARTER agenda. This greater investment will benefit school testing in addition to providing additional income. The new American Rescue Plan Act also includes federal funding. According to the Legislative Analyst Office (LAO), the state's General Fund revenue is not predicted to decrease in 2021-22. However, some specific programs, such as the Parks and Recreation Fund, have suffered a decrease in funds. 2) COVID-19 has exposed the fragile financial position of U.S. companies, which are at risk of cash flow breakdowns and declines in cash solvency. To avoid widespread bankruptcies, the Federal Reserve provided substantial emergent liquidity support to businesses since 2020. However, the American Rescue Plan signed on March 11 marks a shift in the primary goal of fiscal policy from the previous epidemic mitigation to stimulating economic growth. From a spending perspective, the current financial assistance is more focused on the residential sector than on businesses. From a revenue perspective, massive infrastructure investments are expected to increase job demand and expand economic output. In the past two years, California has reached budget surpluses due to tax revenue increases for businesses and Federal Relief funding received. Due to the general underfunding of public health, California residents were vulnerable and not prepared during COVID-19. Fortunately, Newson’s FY 22-23 budget includes a new investment of $300 million for public health infrastructure at the state and local level for workforce expansion. In response to the Biden Administration’s increase focus on Global Health security, Newson’s budget invests in the health and well-being of residents. The pandemic reveals that individual health is tied to community health. As vaccination coverage expands this year, some U.S. economic indicators are picking up and the outlook for economic recovery is good. The new adopted budget includes expanding free health care for immigrants and low- income residents to providing taxpayers with an inflation rebate, and helping more women get abortion care.