Right now, there are a lot of questions out there related to public policy. The way government works is relatively uniform in our system, but there are some subtle differences amongst different municipalities. It can be interesting to get involved in your community, learning more about local government, and how it works.
If you are looking for something of an education in public policy, you can watch some of the many videos on the Internet. Indeed, here are 50 free videos that can provide you with a better understanding of how local government works.