Give your own explanation of the claim made on the thesis below and the arguments that will support it (expressed in the topic sentences). In order to paraphrase without reusing much of the original wording, try this technique: Don't look back at the original text as you paraphrase.

Thesis statement: The United States should ensure complete energy independence as a function of national security.

• Topic sentence #1: Because dependence on foreign energy leads to more economic exploitation and instability from outside interests.
• Topic sentence #2: Because energy dependence leads to a less efficient industrial complex.
• Topic sentence #3: Because energy dependence leads to foreign policy dictated by fear and reliance rather than values and principles.