SNAP Policy Change

1. Assume your audience has knowledge of policy to the degree you would gain in this course, i.e. write for your peers. That also means you do not need to define any terms unless they are very specific to your topic.

2. Introduce your work with the problem that needs to be solved, the present policy/ies that you would change or the absence of policy/ies contributing to the problem, and the simplest outline of how you propose to solve the problem.

3. Illustrate a very brief picture of how we got to the present policy situation; do not waste paper space on any history beyond what is absolutely necessary. Do not waste word count on rhetorical questions.

4. Answer the questions: What went wrong or has not yet occurred? What is your proposed solution in its entirety? What assumptions or prerequisites exist to make your policy successful? Why should we believe (through research and observation) that your policy will be successful? Whom will your proposal affect? Who will like or dislike your suggestions? What will it cost (time, money, land, staffing, etc.)?

5. Conclude by summarizing the proof you have offered to suggest that your policy will be functional. Recognize any obstacles in your way, or next steps that may follow your policy.

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