POLI 101 Study Guide - Apa Style, Chuck Schumer, Norm-Referenced Test
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Essay assignment: a case study of policymaking in congress. The following are general guidelines about length and organization. Identify the focus and objectives of the paper. (what bill examined, what questions answered. ) You will make an argument about the forces or influences that shaped the outcome. As an option, you may choose to spell out general theoretical issues (e. g. competing views, particular expectations, or major questions about the influence of some group or actor). Examples of possible theses: the debate and decision was dominated by the influence of the tea party. Or it reflected expert views about the country"s long term financial needs. Or it reflected a balanced struggle between opposing sets of interest groups. It was the result of broad demands, prompted by reactions to a major scandal or calamity. Present a concise summary of the issue and the events and outcome. This enables you to use an analytical organization in the next section.
