What is the theoretical significance (e.g. original contribution) of your research toward existing literature?

Propose a specific research question (RQ), derived from a puzzling empirical phenomenon.
[You can briefly list existing literature relevant to your research topic; such a literature review
part is required for the final research paper but is optional in this outline].
Articulate your hypothesis/your main argument to answer/explain your own RQ.
Method:
o Qualitative case study: Provide your selection of case studies (country cases, state cases in the U.S., other regions and subnational units); and/or
o Quantitative data analysis: Briefly introduce your data sources
[Important for a research paper] What is the theoretical significance (e.g. original contribution) of your research toward existing literature? [This is also optional in this outline but I encourage you to start thinking about this for your paper the sooner the better.]
Note: If necessary, you are allowed to change your paper topic after midterm, although its not recommended.

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