Policy problems rise to the public agenda as they are recognized and articulated by individuals or
groups in society. For this assignment, you are required to select a policy question from the list
provided in the Article: Conducting Public Policy Research and write a 1-page (2-3 paragraphs)
problem statement. Your paper must address the following questions:
1. What is the Problem? What is the problem?
2. Who is affected by the problem?Who is affected by the problem?Who is affected by the problem?
3. What are long-term implications if left unaddressed? What are long-term implications if left unaddressed?
4. Is this an “old” (ongoing) or “new” problem (resulting from technology changes, for example) ? Is this an “old” (ongoing) or “new” problem (resulting from technology changes, for
5. Is it a national or state problem? Is it a national or state problem?
INSTRUCTIONS
One page (2-3 paragraphs) : no cover page needed
APA style
At least three scholarly sources
Acceptable sources include peer-reviewed journals, law journals, government data, the Bibie, and relevant authoritative books. Other media, such as blog entires or think tank articles, may be used sparingly .
One page (2-3 paragraphs); no cover page needed
APA style
At least three scholarly sourc Acceptable sources include peer-reviewed journals, law journals, government data, th
