homeland security threat issue Position Paper One

 

 

Order Number			45471455714
Type of Paper			Essay
Writer Classification Level			Undergraduate
Style of Writing			MLA/APA/CHICAGO/
Sources and References			5
Number of Pages			4
Paper Instructions Instructions: Position Paper One The purpose of the Position Papers is to provide a well-reasoned support for a Homeland Security threat issue, and explain the rationale for both sides of that position This means that you should defend the weakest argument first, because it is worth only 150 points, and reserve your best conclusion and evidence for the paper that is worth the most points (PPII is worth 250). The security of the Homeland cannot be undertaken unless and until the threat(s) have been identified and assessed. This may be ANYTHING that threatens the government structure, the people, our national resources, our economy, our values, our culture, or the “American way of life” BUT it MUST be something that is under the authority of, or directly impacts the operations of, the Department of  Homeland Security. (EXAMPLE: Opioid addiction might fit some of the criteria EXCEPT that issue is not the responsibility of the DHS.) The information provided must be based on a strong foundation of facts. As such, you must provide evidence from credible academic and scholarly sources. By now, you should have firmly in your mind the difference between a conclusion and “mere opinion”.   A conclusion is the result of a process of reason, and the application of relevant evidence.  Evidence consists of court cases, historical example, scripture (correctly applied) and scholarly articles.   Remember, peer-reviewed articles are best. You will select a topic,define, refine, and limit your issue.  Based upon the feedback from Position Paper I, you will be better prepared to fully engage the issue in Position Paper II.  After you have defended both sides of an issue, you will have a much keener appreciation for the complexities of the challenges of Homeland Security. What is an acceptable “issue” for purposes of this assignment? It is something fundamental in the institution and/or application of Homeland Security AND impacts the operations of the DHS. It focuses your attention on something that is a threat to all that identifies us as America. The issue you choose will be something that addresses or assesses a threat to the security of the Homeland.  It is a philosophical, or legal, or tactical, or spiritual principle that supports one more or policy elements or otherwise influences Homeland Security Operations.   Examples: Do presidential executive orders in response to terrorism, function as “law-making” and is that a constitutionally permissible function of the executive branch of government? (the threat is to our constitutional balance of power) Is it an effective use of available resources to have U.S. elements (political, military, social, etc.) actively involved in overseas missions as a response to, or prevention of, the threat of terrorism? (The threat is to our economic stability) Is it a permissible use of federal authority to be involved in local building codes or zoning enforcement if the purpose is mitigation of damage from natural catastrophe (i.e. dams and levies, or building setabcks, or structural materials, etc.) (The threat is to our system of checks and balances, and the proper jurisdictional control.) Is Islam enough of a “religion” to qualify for protection under the constitution, or is it more of a “political system” that creates a different application of threat analysis. (The threat is to the constitution, but more directly, to the safety of all citizens.) Is our Immigration policy sufficiently constructed so as to afford reasonable limitations on access by foreign individuals. (Illegal aliens, and/or weak immigration policies are both a direct threat, and an indirect threat to America.) ORGANIZATION OF YOUR PAPER: At a minimum, the following sections are required for the paper: (a) problem statement, (b) literature review, and (c) conclusion.The paper should follow strict APA guidelines, must consist of 700–1,050 words, and at least 4 sources are required. All sources must be properly cited. After choosing your topic, define, refine, and limit your issue. REMEMBER: an “issue” as we are using that term in this assignment, is something of a moral, legal, philosophical, or religious basis that can be debated at least two ways. NOT an “issue” for purposes of these position papers is (1) failures of response in past disasters, (2) budget shortfalls, or (3) chemical weapons should be banned, etc. You are first supporting the weakest position (which is NOT the one you may personally favor) but you will still do your best to bring the best evidence in support of that “side”.  At a minimum, the following sections are required: Problem Statement – a brief paragraph identifying the issue(s), with a specific problem statement. (Develop a clear and concise problem statement – three to five sentences.) Review of Literature – this heading should have at least two subheadings (background of Problem and Supporting Evidence). Since this is a review of the literature, adequate citations should be included within each subheading. You do not need to include opposing positions in this assignment. We will address this in the final assignment. Conclusion – This is NOT “mere opinion”.  Provide a conclusions that is supportable from from the facts given, and then make recommendations and possible courses of action. Citations may be used here to support your recommendations. This paper is due by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Monday of Module/Week 4.
	Distinguished (100%)	Proficient (85%)		Basic (70%)	Below Expectations (50%)	Non-Performance (0%)
Thesis Statement	Raises the strongest   objection to the thesis presented in the assignment. The objection is strongly grounded in research and logical reasoning.	Raises a plausible objection to the thesis presented in the assignment. The objection is mostly grounded in research and logical reasoning.		Raises an objection to the thesis presented in the assignment. The objection is somewhat grounded in research and logical reasoning.	Attempts to raise an objection to the thesis presented in the assignment. The objection is minimally grounded in research and logical reasoning.	The objection to the thesis is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Counter Argument	Provides a strong, thorough rebuttal to the objection. The rebuttal effectively demonstrates that the thesis can withstand the objection and applies the principles of charity and accuracy.	Provides a rebuttal to the objection. The rebuttal mostly demonstrates that the thesis can withstand the objection and mostly applies the principles of charity and accuracy.		Provides a limited rebuttal to the objection. The rebuttal somewhat demonstrates that the thesis can withstand the objection and somewhat applies the principles of charity and accuracy.	Attempts to provide a rebuttal to the objection; however, the rebuttal minimally demonstrates that the thesis can withstand the objection and does not apply the principles of charity and accuracy.	The rebuttal is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Conclusion	Provides clear and concise closing remarks that comprehensively summarize the essay. The remarks consider the broader controversy and/or further research that could offer additional insight into the moral solution of the business problem.	Provides closing remarks that summarize the essay. The remarks mostly consider the broader controversy and/or further research that could offer additional insight into the moral solution of the business problem. The closing remarks are somewhat unclear.		Provides closing remarks that minimally summarizes the essay. The remarks minimally consider the broader controversy and/or further research that could offer additional insight into the moral solution of the business problems. The closing remarks are unclear and/or vague.	Attempts to provide closing remarks that summarize the essay; however, the remarks do not consider the broader controversy and/or further research that could offer additional insight into the moral solution of the business problem. The closing remarks are unclear and vague.	The closing remarks are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Context of and Purpose for Writing	Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.	Demonstrates sufficient application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is, for the most part, clear and easy to understand. There are some problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper flows somewhat smoothly.		Demonstrates a limited understanding of organization and presentation of content in written work. The purpose of the writing is somewhat evident but may not be integrated throughout the assignment. There are many problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly in all sections.	Organization and presentation of content are extremely limited. The purpose of the writing is unclear. There is little or no blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly when read.	The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics	– Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.	Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand		Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.	Fails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors which distract the reader.	The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Required Formatting	Accurately uses required formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.	Exhibits required formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.		Exhibits limited knowledge of required formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all requirements.	Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of required formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as required style.	The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Word Requirement	The length of the paper is equivalent to the required number of words.	The length of the paper is nearly equivalent to the required number of words.		The length of the paper is equivalent to at least three quarters of the required number of words.	The length of the paper is equivalent to at least one half of the required number of words.	The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Resource Requirement	Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.	Uses the required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.		Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.	Uses an inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.	The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.