– Politics: From the four definitions of politics discussed in class and in the readings, pick one and employ a case study to justify and elaborate on why that definition is best. ( I chose politics as the art of government )
– Cite approximately 7 sources, ( the 3 core texts uploaded – the case study – 3 outside scholars sources such as articles and book chapters, to substantiate your claims. ( please provide page numbers in the in-text references )
-In the 3 core texts uploaded there are words highlighted in blue these are the key terms, you should throw a few words here and there in the essay. Highlight them in blue for me as well.
Structure of the essay:
1) Introduction:
1) Introduction:
-Offer context for the topic and define keywords ( define the meaning of politics you choose, and then define the other 3 using ONE SHORT sentence, the other 3 defintions shouldn’t be in details ); present your thesis statement; provide an outline of the essay’s argument.
2)First Body Paragraph:
2)First Body Paragraph:
-Articulate your argument ( one strong argument ) on why its the best definition out of the four and explain.
3) Second Body Paragraph:
3) Second Body Paragraph:
Introduce your chosen case study with a descriptive overview ( the case study is used as a way to illustrate the argument. )
4) Third Body Paragraph:
4) Third Body Paragraph:
-Present a counter-argument and then provide a rebuttal to it, addressing potential objections or opposing viewpoints
5) Conclusion:
5) Conclusion:
-Recapitulate the essay’s central argument
The four definitions
1.Politics as the art of government
2.Politics as public affairs
3.Politics as compromise and consensus
4.Politics as power