Contemplate some of the most controversial topics in media these days:
Gun control
Abortion
Vaccines
Privacy rights
Global climate change
Marijuana legalization
Immigration
Student debt crisis
Select 1 of these controversial topics.
Find 2 opposing viewpoints for your selected topic.
Write a 1,050- to 1,225-word memo. Respond to the following:
Identify the controversial topic you picked.
Research the first viewpoint.
Describe the viewpoint.
Identify the source of this information.
Evaluate the credibility of the source.
Research the alternative viewpoint.
Describe the viewpoint.
Identify the source of this information.
Evaluate the credibility of the source.
Describe how each viewpoint uses sensationalism.
Review the credibility of both viewpoints. Who do you think is more credible (regardless of the viewpoint you might follow)? Why are they more credible?
Explain how sensationalism and echo chambers can hurt society as one might investigate these controversial topics.
Recommend how you can avoid succumbing to sensationalism and echo chambers in an online world.
Cite at least 2 sources to support your assignment.
Format the sources according to APA guidelines.