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Position Paper

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Jan Gabriel G. Cohing
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POSITI

ON
PAPER
What is a
position paper?
• It presents the writer stand or viewpoint on a
particular issue.
• You also have the power to change the
opinions and attitude of others when you
write a position paper.
• A position paper can be an essential tool in
bringing about societal change.
Guidelines in
writing a position
1. Choose an paper
issue. When choosing one,
keep the following guidelines in mind:
- The issue should be debatable.
- The issue should be current and relevant.
- The issue should be written in a question
form and answerable by yes or no.
- The issue should be narrow and
manageable.
Guidelines in
writing a position
paper
2. Begin the writing process by conducting
in-depth research on the issue.

3. Make sure to define unfamiliar terms


when you first mention them.

4. Be aware of the various positions about


the issue and explain and analyze them
objectively.
Guidelines in
writing a position
paper
5. Reflect on your position and identify its
weaknesses.

6. Citate a valid and reliable sources to


establish the credibility of your arguments.

7. View the issue in a different perspective


so you can present a unique approach.
Guidelines in
writing a position
paper
8. Limit your position paper to two pages.

9. Analyze your target readers and align your


arguments to their beliefs, needs, interest,
and motivations.

10. Summarize the other side’s


counterarguments and use various evidence
Parts of a
position paper
• Introduction - It presents the issue while
grabbing the attention of readers.
Define the issue and discuss its
background. Provide a general
statement of your position via thesis
statement.
Parts of a
position paper
• Body - State your main arguments.
Provide sufficient evidence for each
argument such as statistical data,
interviews with experts, and
testimonies. Provide counterarguments
against the possible weaknesses of
your arguments.
Parts of a
position paper
• Conclusion - Restate your position and
main arguments. End with a powerful
closing statement such as a quotation,
a challenge, or a question.
Example of position
paper:
Introduction

The death penalty remains a


contentious issue in modern society.
This paper argues that the death
penalty is unjust due to the inhumane
and cruel methods of execution, which
violate fundamental human rights.
Example of position
paper:
BODY

Historically, the death penalty has been


implemented as a means of deterrence
and retribution. However, numerous
studies have shown that it does not
effectively deter crime more than life
imprisonment. Furthermore, the
methods of execution often lead to
prolonged suffering.
Example of position
paper:
Arguments Against the Death Penalty

1.Inhumane Methods: Many execution


methods, such as lethal injection,
have been criticized for causing
unnecessary pain. Reports of
botched executions highlight the
cruelty inherent in the process.
Example of position
paper:Against the Death Penalty
Arguments

2. Risk of Wrongful Conviction: The


irreversible nature of the death penalty
means that any wrongful conviction
results in an innocent person losing
their life. The justice system is not
infallible, and there have been
numerous cases where individuals on
death row were exonerated.
Example of position
paper: Against the Death Penalty
Arguments

3. Lack of Deterrence: Research


indicates that the death penalty does
not serve as a deterrent to crime.
States that have abolished the death
penalty do not experience higher rates
of violent crime compared to those that
maintain it.
Example of position
paper:
Arguments Against the Death Penalty

Counterarguments
Some proponents argue that the death
penalty serves as a necessary form of
justice for heinous crimes. However, the
moral implications of taking a life,
combined with the potential for error,
outweigh these arguments.
Example of position
paper:
Conclusion

In conclusion, the death penalty is an


unjust practice that fails to achieve its
intended goals. The inhumane methods
of execution, the risk of wrongful
convictions, and the lack of deterrence
all contribute to the case against capital
punishment. Society must seek
alternative forms of justice that respect
Thank
you!
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