Writing a Clear Position Essay on a Public Policy Issue

Analyzing Public Issues and Democratic Values in the United States

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Structure a short persuasive essay that introduces a national public policy issue, states a clear personal claim, and addresses counter-perspectives.

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Analyzing Public Issues and Democratic Values in the United States

3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-MI-SS

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Analyze national public policy issues using graphic data, evaluate differing viewpoints rooted in core democratic values, and write a reasoned position essay.

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4 – P3.3.1Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Compose a brief essay expressing a position on a public policy issue in the United States and justify the position with a reasoned argument.