What are two reasons that local and state governments are involved in U.S. foreign policy? How has this involvement been influenced by September 11?

What will be an ideal response?

Reasons for state and local government involvement could include the following: economic and trade issues, security issues, and environmental and resource advocacy. September 11 has influenced state and local governments in at least three ways. First, homeland security is a critical part of state and local government budgets and responsibilities. Second, designing and implementing emergency response and security measures is now a responsibility of state and local governments. Finally, closer cooperation among local, state, and federal governments is a necessity as a result of terror alerts, threats, and emergency response units.