Using theory, provide a critical overview of the history of the problem/subject including initial introduction of the policy (Canadian perspective), its evolution over time, and the socio-historical factors that gave rise to its introduction and evolution.

Description

Subject: Illicit drugs and the legalization of it

Debate Position: Illicit drugs should be legalized

Purpose of the Paper:

This paper is meant to outline your debate and provide a written summary of the material you are going to present. You are required to use the theoretical discussion we have had in the lectures to make your argument in addition to peer-reviewed articles. In your paper you should:

(1) Using theory, provide a critical overview of the history of the problem/subject including initial introduction of the policy (Canadian perspective), its evolution over time, and the socio-historical factors that gave rise to its introduction and evolution.

(2) Continuing to apply theory, present both sides of the debate in a coherent and organized manner using peer-reviewed articles to support your position

(3) Tell me which side of the debate you have landed on (illicit drugs should be legalized) and why? Here, you are freer to make an argument that is based on your overall conclusions and frame of reference. You can compare the success of other country policies to those who have legalized it and those have not. Feel welcome to use this opportunity to make policy recommendations.