{"id":22817,"date":"2023-07-03T03:46:22","date_gmt":"2023-07-03T03:46:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodacademic.com\/blog\/questions\/should-either-puerto-rico-or-washington-d-c-retain-their-current-political-status-or-would-one-or-both-regions-benefit-from-an-entirely-new-political-status\/"},"modified":"2023-07-03T03:46:22","modified_gmt":"2023-07-03T03:46:22","slug":"should-either-puerto-rico-or-washington-d-c-retain-their-current-political-status-or-would-one-or-both-regions-benefit-from-an-entirely-new-political-status","status":"publish","type":"questions","link":"https:\/\/www.goodacademic.com\/blog\/questions\/should-either-puerto-rico-or-washington-d-c-retain-their-current-political-status-or-would-one-or-both-regions-benefit-from-an-entirely-new-political-status\/","title":{"rendered":"Should either Puerto Rico or Washington D.C. retain their current political status, or would one or both regions benefit from an entirely new political status?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Reference appropriate sources to maximize your
\nunderstanding of expert viewpoints regarding the political status of both regions. Explore the history
\nand major concerns for each region. Be prepared to explain the major viewpoints and highlight
\ndifferences in these viewpoints. Your essay must address this debate for both Puerto Rico and
\nWashington D.C. <\/p>\n

\n
\n
Your sources should be included in a works cited section at the end of your essay. Additionally, footnotes
\nshould exist in appropriate locations within your essay.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n

Questions guiding your research: <\/p><\/div>\n

\u2022 Does the nation\u2019s history of granting statehood to pairs of states simultaneously undermine the
\npossibility of Puerto Rico \/ Washington D.C. obtaining statehood individually? <\/div>\n
\u2022 Have you brought all voices and perspectives into the discussion? Consider a healthy mix of primary
\nand secondary sources. <\/div>\n
\u2022 If statehood is not ideal for one region, what alternative solutions might be available? <\/div>\n
\u2022 Is the current arrangement fair? Are rights being violated or undermined if the current status remains? <\/div>\n
\u2022 Is the current situation sustainable? If status does not change, can these two regions continue to advance
\nwith the same success and speed available in other regions of the United States? <\/div>\n
\u2022 Are you biased? Would you prefer the regions become states or stay the same status? <\/div>\n
\u2022 How might your biases influence your understanding of the evidence? <\/div>\n
\u2022 How has public perception of this issue changed over the decades? Is the more or less support for
\nstatehood for either region? <\/div>\n
\u2022 Does the history of either region require special consideration? For example, do the intentions of
\nFounding Fathers matter in this debate? Does the succession crisis of the Civil War factor into the
\ndecision to support or reject statehood for D.C.? Does civil disobedience shape our thinking about the
\nbest interest of D.C.? Does imperialist thinking or the activities surrounding the Spanish-American War
\nmatter in the future of Puerto Rico? How much does history factor into this current debate?<\/div>\n
\n
\n

I. Introductory paragraph should include the following:
\na. Clarification about the issue (statehood debate). You may want to dedicate 1-3 sentences to
\nhelp the reader understand why this topic is important. A quote from a participant in the
\ncontroversy makes for an interesting opening statement.
\nb. Clarification about what the essay will conclude. <\/p><\/div>\n

II. Paragraphs # 2-5 \u2013 Explain appropriate viewpoints and evidence on existing and alternate political
\nstatuses for both regions. Be very clear about each viewpoint and the evidence supporting the
\nview. <\/div>\n
III. Body Paragraph # 6\u2013 Comparing Quality of Expert Viewpoints
\na. Identify which expert provided the most effective \/ persuasive argument.
\nb. In your opinion, what one aspect made this position most effective?
\nc. How did your independent research connect to this viewpoint? Did other sources confirm the
\nvalidity of this viewpoint?
\nd. Which argument\/viewpoint was least effective and why? <\/div>\n
IV. Body Paragraph # 7 — Clarify the quality and credibility of one of your preferred sources.
\na. Why was this particular source useful to your research?
\nb. Does the evidence presented in these sources make sense? Does the evidence presented in
\nthis source align with evidence located in other sources? Is this a reputable publication
\ncompany? What makes the speaker an expert or authority? Did you find the source objective?
\nc. Clarify the flaws identified in this source. Acknowledging one flaw, even in your favorite source,
\nis a sign that you recognize where one might improve. Is there a weakness in any of your
\nsources or their arguments? Did the author overlook a viewpoint? Did some evidence appear
\nweak or forced? <\/div>\n
V. Body Paragraph # 8 should be written in first person and clarify your personal evolution of
\nthought.
\na. What did you think about statehood\/political status for these regions prior to doing this
\nresearch?
\nb. Has your thinking changed, and if so, how? If your thinking has not changed then do you feel
\nyou have better evidence to support your original position? Are you armed with information in
\na way that you were not prior to this research? If your viewpoint has evolved, please describe
\nwhy you think your thoughts have shifted.
\nc. Be sure to acknowledge any biases you may have had or continue to hold. <\/div>\n
VI. Conclusion
\na. Restate your position on statehood for Washington D.C. and\/or Puerto Rico
\nb. Would you recommend others research this topic or not? <\/div>\n
VII. WORKS CITED
\na. Sources should be listed in alphabetical order and formatted in Chicago Style.
\nDon\u2019t forget footnotes!!!!<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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