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You are to write a current event paper at least 750 words or more in length consisting of a summary and analysis of a current event having to do with American government and/or politics. You must cite a minimum of five references (sources) in the paper and include a works cited page at the end of the assignment to provide full bibliographic information for each of the references that was cited in the text of the paper.
Current event papers must be formatted according to MLA style for papers with no title page (see the following link to access an online resource for MLA style: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/08/). In addition please use Courier New 12 point as the paper’s font and ensure the assignment is double-spaced.
The current event paper should have the following elements:
Grading will be based on the following criteria:
Submission Instructions:
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