1. What is counter analysis? When should counter analysis be conducted?

2. Legislative Acts: Section 359-23A of the state statutes provides that to be eligible to run for the state senate, an individual must have been a resident of the state for three years. Local ordinance 2231 provides that an individual must be a resident of the municipality to run for a position on the city council. The ordinance does not define resident or residency. Facts: Jerrie wishes to run for the city council. She has been a resident of the state for two years and nine months. The city clerk informs her that she is not eligible to run for city council because she has not been a resident of the state for three years. The clerk says that the city relies on the residency requirement established in 359-23A.

QUESTION

What is the counterargument to the clerk's position?

3. what are seven ways to challenge an argument based on an enacted law.

4. What are the detailed steps for determining the key facts in a court opinion?