Analyzing a Historical debate over an issue from the second half of U.S. History. Find at least two opposing perspectives on that issue in: “The Shame of Cities” by Lincoln Steffens, AND “I seen my opportunities and I took ’em” by George W. Plunkitt.

April 15, 2023April 15, 2023 Discipline: American History

“The Shame of Cities” by Lincoln Steffens. https://objectofhistory.org/objects/brieftour/votingmachine/index.html%3Forder=3.html

“I seen my opportunities and I took ’em” by George W. Plunkitt. https://historymatters.gmu.edu/d/5030/
Part I. Introduction
1. Describe in general the issue that is debated:
For example, you may analyze the importance of this issue based on its significance to the culture, economics, political system, or social structure at the time.
Part II. Historical Debate
2. What is the main argument in each perspective? On what points do they agree and disagree?
3. Analyze the evidence that is provided to support each thesis: What types of evidence are used? Does the evidence support the thesis? Why or why not?
Part III. Conclusion
4. How did the readings change the way in which you understood the subject?
5. How are the issues presented in the readings still relevant to you today? Please explain how your personal background and life experiences might influence your perspective on this topic.
6. Imagine that you have been asked to tackle a current national or global issue. How would you use the readings to help you do so?
Format:
Your essay must have MLA citations in order to properly cite the evidence you use. For instance, when you cite the articles, the citation would look like this: (Plunkitt) or (Steffens parag. 4). The author’s last name and the page number you are citing is the information that you put in the parentheses.

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