Write a position paper on a current public policy issue facing the national government of the United States. Your topic like Gay Marriage, may also impact state and local governments however; the issue must be one that it is being debated at the national level.

Essential components of your position paper

1) A comprehensive introduction with a thesis statement

2) Brief summary of the arguments of the opposing sides of your issue

3) Your own observations, analysis, and recommendations on the issue. Be sure to consider the context of government structure. Make sure you include your recommendations as to how the federal government should resolve your issue. (For example, if you are writing about abortion, should congress and the states approve a constitutional amendment banning abortion?)

4) Wrap-up and conclusion