For my group's documentary we chose to focus on the issue of statehood for Washington DC. This is somewhat of a contentious issue. DC residents (mostly) feel very strongly that DC should become a state, Congress, however, has voted several times not to permit the admission of a new state that would include DC.
It is frequently argued that DC voters are disenfranchised by not being represented with a voting member in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Additionally, Congress retains a very large amount of oversight over the District, and has often tried to influence its politics.
It is necessary, however, to examine the Constitution when discussing statehood for DC. The Constitution specifically provides for the creation of a Federal "District", which some argue excludes the possibility of DC becoming a state.
All in all, the issue of statehood for DC is a very interesting, and complex issue. I think my group is going to have a lot of fun.
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