To accomplish this, it is important to: identify a controversial topic (again, of your choosing); outline the positions associated with your topic; state your position and thesis for doing so; and use empirical data, scholarly research, and other forms of credible evidence to support your argument(s).

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Position Brief departs from typical writing assignments, research proposals, and term papers. The endgoal for this brief are twofold. First, you are to take a side on a controversial practice and/or policy in policing. The specific practice/policy under consideration for your brief is up to you. For the second goal,
you must research, develop, and present the case for you position.

To accomplish this, it is important to: identify a controversial topic (again, of your choosing); outline the
positions associated with your topic; state your position and thesis for doing so; and use empirical data,
scholarly research, and other forms of credible evidence to support your argument(s). Building on these
objectives, your Position Brief should include the following sections (or versions of):
Introduction: What is the purpose of your brief? What is the thesis? What is the intent?
Practice and/or Policy: What is it? What is it about? Whats its background? Whys it important?
Overview of Positions: What are the arguments for and against the policy/practice?
Your Position: What is your position on the topic? As your thesis, why take that position?
Countering other Positions: What arguments, assertions, and evidence counter other positions?
Support for Your Position What arguments, assertions, and evidence are in support of your position?
Discussion: What are the key points? What are some implications and considerations moving
forward?

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