Pro Gun control

1. In addition to a cover page and bibliography, write a 7-8 page paper.

2. The paper must have five parts:

Cover Page. The cover page should include your name, course, date, and title.
Introduction. After briefly introducing the political issue, clearly state your thesis; this means, identify the chosen issue, and paper’s position. The thesis should be presented in the first paragraph or two, and by all means on the first page. In addition, tell the reader how the paper will proceed.
Body. The body of the paper must support the thesis in clear, logical, cohesive, and well organized arguments based on analysis and supporting evidence. In this section, First, explain the current political issue and analyze its intricacies pertaining to the problems and solutions associated with this chosen issue. Second, explain the positions of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, and interest groups on the chosen issue and how these positions interplay with values of freedom, order, and equality. And third, argue your position on the chosen issue.
Conclusion. The conclusion must be a logical ending to the arguments presented. The conclusion must be one or two paragraphs but no more than one page.
Bibliography. Must include all referenced works. Note that in addition to course materials, a minimum of 5 additional sources are required (i.e. books; journal, magazine, and newspaper articles). Internet sources must be approved by me in advance.
3. Paper Format:

Use a standard format such as MLA.
The paper must be double-spaced on 8 1/2 x 11 paper with a normal 12 size font.
The pages must be numbered and stapled together; do not use clips, plastic covers, etc.
4. Proofread and spell check the paper for grammatical and spelling errors.

5. Be sure to use your own words. An appropriate citation must accompany when presenting or quoting the ideas, evidences, and arguments made by other works or authors. Students are expected to be familiar with CSUDH’s rules regarding academic honesty and integrity.