– Persuasive Communication Challenge:

– All listed topics are controversial in nature.

– Each topic represents a public policy issue that is or has recently been the subject of discussion concerning potential changes to the policy.

– In many cases plans have been released proposing specific changes to specific public policies contained on the list.

– In some cases, the topic listed is a specific change proposal.

– Student must make a claim or take a position concerning potential changes to the selected policy topic.

– Student must then provide a reasoning blueprint containing three reasons for your claim or position.

– Each reason must be backed up with factual evidence that proves your claim or position.

– Example:

– Topic: 6.2% Solution Social Security reform proposal

– Claim (your position): should be adopted

– Reasoning Blueprint (reasons for your position):

1) restore to long-term and sustainable solvency

2) younger workers will receive higher benefits

3) reduce reliance on government