To complete the discussion, you will need to craft an initial post that utilizes at least one referenced source (cited and listed as a reference)

• Begin with an explanation of the three types of analysis used to investigate policy issues: scientific analysis, professional analysis, and political analysis.
• Select a specific policy issue of personal interest (water pollution, gun control, distracted driving, etc.).
  • Explain the issue and its relevance.
• Pick one type of analysis (scientific, professional, or political).
• Find an example of that type of analysis (scientific, professional, or political) that has been performed regarding the policy issue.
  • Include a link to the publication.
  • Summarize their key findings.
  • Explain how this analysis relates to the policy issue.
  • Note: the analysis does not have to cover the entire issue and can simply explore a relevant part of the issue (e.g., if you are looking into water pollution, you might find an analysis of the pollution caused by overuse of fertilizers and chemical-laden runoff).
    • To find examples of scientific analysis, you can explore the National Science Foundation's studies or find a peer-reviewed scientific paper on the topic.
    • To find examples of professional analysis, you can explore the studies done by organizations like the Brookings Institution, Urban Institute, American Enterprise Institute, Government Accountability Office, Congressional Budget Office, etc. on the topic.
    • To find examples of political analysis, you can explore the publications/studies from interest groups like the Sierra Club, AFL-CIO, Chamber of Commerce, NRA, Heritage Foundation, CATO Institute, etc.
  • Discuss how their findings could inform policy decisions (e.g., frame the issue, isolate where action needs to be taken, support the use of a specific policy tool/instrument).