The issue of state's rights has been at the forefront of the political process for many years. Although states have the Constitutional right to act and plan independently of the federal government, be ready to discuss why it is useful to develop a communication network that emphasizes information sharing between local, state, and federal entities? Can you provide some examples of incidences that appear to display a lack of communication, and also give examples of other incidences that conversely appear to display a strong communication link between local, state, and federal entities? Are there events where state or federal agencies are justified in assuming command of the response?