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Choose a controversial new law or issue that is significant to investigate. Research the basic facts and impact it has had so far on our society. In a approx 1 page (single spaced) paper, discuss the following:
1. Choose a law - define the basic premise and policies, where it has been instituted
Is it the first law of its kind (a precedent) or are there similar laws in other states?
2. Context - Research the background behind it - reasons it was developed?
People's stories
original laws - modifications to these?
3. Discuss the various perspectives to the law - Who are the stakeholders (the people affected most, who has the most voice in this) what are the reasons people are for / against it?
what are the social, legal, historical, economic benefits or disadvantages
4. What are the arguments of fact, value, and/or policy associated with your law? What are the questions being argued and why might this be contentious?
5. Discuss your position on the law and explain why
6. Cite your sources using MLA format
Transgender law
