Posted: April 19th, 2016

Write a persuasive essay on a local, regional, or national current event or political issues that has affected you, your family, or your community

Write a persuasive essay of approximately 700 to 1,050 words on a local, regional, or national current event or political issues that has affected you, your family, or your community recently. Your topic does not necessarily have to be controversial, but it should be something that impacts you directly or indirectly, and about which others should be persuaded to see the way you do. This is an analytical essay and should be written in limited first person narration. This essay requires at least two peer reviewed outside references. In this paper, begin with a title that prepares the reader for the topic. You will then explain the topic and your position on it in a well developed introduction that includes a clearly written thesis statement. The introduction will be followed by well developed paragraphs that support your thesis. The essay should acknowledge opposing views to your position this may not take more than a paragraph or two. The conclusion of a persuasive essay will tell the readers what to do, and how to think or feel about the topic. Please write your essay in APA format.