The final project for the class is a policy brief on an issue/situation of your choice in the global arena. This brief should be written for the eyes of stakeholders who are in a position to affect this issue/situation. The final brief will take the following form: a title that clearly communicates your topic and/or position, a concise description of the problem that the policy should address, a concise description o

The final project for the class is a policy brief on an issue/situation of your choice in the global arena. This brief should be written for the eyes of stakeholders who are in a position to affect this issue/situation. The final brief will take the following form: a title that clearly communicates your topic and/or position, a concise description of the problem that the policy should address, a concise description of the existing policy (with key elements of how it works and any relevant aspects of its history), at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the existing policy, the presentation and justification of at least two specific and actionable recommendations for strengthening or changing the policy that follow from your analysis, and a clear conclusion. The strengths and weaknesses of the existing policy and your policy recommendations should be founded in academic literature, reporting from reputable news sources, and public comments made by officials. 5-6 pages.