Outline for ESSAY on Dems and Repubs; on the issues; DRAFT DUE MONDAY ONLY 100 pts. for Midterm Grade

Compare and contrast the Repubs an Dems ideas and policies.

Choose a THESIS:
A. The beliefs and policy differences between the democrats and republicans are few OR many.....

B. Parties serve as 'watchdogs' for the part in power (as we discussed). It is important aht the Republicans criticize Barack
Obama (on health care, immigration, etc.) because................... This essay discusses those differences as a strength not a
problem for democracy.

1. Intro nd thesis
2. Compare and contrast each party's positions on TWO important issues.
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4. Discuss your point of view on one of these issues. What is your concern? Support your position on this issue using
information from eiher party website and 2 other websites. (cite the websites). Include quotes from key people on this issue.
5. Conclusion about your thesis; include your opinions.