To develop a strong argument you need to research current points of view around your topic.
As you investigate, read and evaluate, you will inform your own argument. Reading others' views and arguments may point you to evidence, but ultimately the argument you formulate must be uniquely yours.
Most articles in the library's CQ Researcher database contain a section called "Pro/Con." This section poses an arguable question, and presents two reasoned answers:
You can also browse CQ Researcher's Pro/Con sections by topic.
Try the library's Opposing Viewpoints In Context database to find "Viewpoints Essays" on current social issues topics. Select Viewpoints from the list of resource types in the box: On this Page.
Editorials are a great way to find reasoned opinions on current controversial topics. Use these specialized searches to full-text editorials in the library's databases:
In ProQuest use the "Document Type" limiter. First type in your search terms:
Then, limit your search to editorials. Scroll below "Search Options":