your paper should be at minimum (no maximum) of 750 words long (not counting headings).  The paper should be typewritten and double-spaced, and based on information from a minimum of three sources (no maximum).
Thesis info- http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/thesis-statements/

•    Learn about a current political issue or problem of political consequence.
•    Develop your Internet and library research skills.
•    Evaluate your topic from the perspective of different cultures and/or political viewp01oints as well as your own.
•    Improve personal and social responsibility.  
•    Improve communication and critical thinking skills.

Paper Criteria

•    Topic selection— A current governmental or political (not historical) issue or problem of  importance
•    Content— address the various sides of the issue with the student drawing personal conclusions based on their own analysis of the issue, and demonstrating an understanding of its complexities. Compare and contrast the different viewp01oints of sources used on your topic taking into