research and analyze a state and/or local contemporary political issue

Your paper should include the following:

a) Structure

  • 3-5 pages
  • 4 or more sources
  • APA formatting

b) Introduction

  • Define the issue
  • Describe why the issue is important
  • Thesis statement

c) Content

  • History of the issue
  • Who and/or what is affected by the issue
  • Why the issue is political
  • Who is involved?
  • Current laws/court cases?
  • Opposing sides of the issue
  • WHAT IS THE DEBATE?

d) Conclusion

  • What is your position?
  • What do you believe will be the outcome(s) of the issue? Why?