Argument paper: Gay marriage - 8 PAGES

*Gay marriage*

For this paper you will develop an argument that includes your own view on one specific topic relating to one of these sub-disciplines

For instance, if you choose to write about whether children should be spanked (this is only AN EXAMPLE!), you would present the argument for spanking and against spanking; you would then state your position relative to this issue and defend your own view. You would also utilize the theories that we saw in the ethics chapter to provide support for your position, and draw on those theories to clarify the debate itself. 

  Identify the specific issue

  Make clear one basic dispute over this issue

  Clarify the arguments on both sides of the issue

  State which side of the issue you find to be better defended

  Explain why you find that side of the debate superior

  State your own view, and defend it with an argument

   Provide at least two references for each side of the debate

Must be eight double-spaced pages in length (excluding the title page, reference page, etc.) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved style guide.

    Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.

    Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

    Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph.

    Must use APA style as outlined in the approved style guide to document all sources.

Must include at least five (5) references .

Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style as outlined in the approved style guide.