Over the course of the last century, the weight and focus of government in the United States shifted from the state and local levels to the national level.

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This is true. The federal government's power and influence have increased significantly since the early 1900s, particularly with the New Deal programs of the 1930s and the expansion of federal regulations and programs in the latter half of the 20th century. This has led to a greater concentration of power and decision-making at the national level.

Over the Course of the Last Century, the Weight and Focus