For this assignment, you will be asked to critically analyze a complex racial problem. You should begin by researching a racial problem that is recent and that which you can relate to the material covered in this course.
For example, you may look at environmental racism, institutional racism, health and wealth disparities, etc.
Give an overview of the problem.
Discuss a recent news story or a statistic that points to the magnitude of the problem.
Also, discuss why the problem is significant and important. Provide a thesis statement.
Propose a solution to the social problem.
Give a counterargument about how to solve the problem. Most complex social problems have more than one side and more than one perspective. Give the other sides argument. Do not present a straw man argument. Present the other side as accurately as possible.
Counter the other position point by point.
Provide a conclusion summary.
