For this assignment, pick one social issue you are passionate about. It can be related to gender or any other “hot” political topic today. Do the following steps:
1. Read a couple of articles about the issue from the opposite viewpoint of your own opinion. (For example, if you are pro-choice on abortion, read a couple of articles that are pro-life). As you read, even though it can be hard, try to put yourself in the shoes of the opposing viewpoint. Try to find common ground and practice empathy.
2. Write 1 paragraph about the issue, arguing the other side, the opposing viewpoint, that you just read about. Write to persuade a general audience of that view.
3. Write 1 paragraph about your true opinions on the topic, and reflect on if you learned anything about tolerance and empathy, and how difficult or easy it was to argue the opposing viewpoint.