Letter To A Legislator: The Student Will Identify An Issue

Letter To A Legislator The Student Will Identify An Issue Of Concern

Letter to a Legislator. The student will identify an issue of concern that is currently being deliberated either at the regional, state, federal or global level; identify an individual strategically involved in the process and communicate by letter/email for the purpose of explaining the impact of this issue on health care delivery and expressing the action you would like to see taken and the reason for your stance. Make sure to use correct titles and address. Mail or email your letter and submit a copy to the instructor. Grading will be based on timing of the issue, appropriate selection of a legislator, professional writing style including organization, grammar and spelling; and persuasiveness and accuracy of information.

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