write an OP-ED in 650 words.

Choose ONE of the following two topics and write an OP-ED in 650 words. (for nutrition course)

● City of Seattle Soda Tax

OR

● King County Local Food Initiative

You must write weigh both sides of the argument, and based on(full points 20):

Exposition: Summarize the background on the current issue:

● What is the proposed initiative? (2pts)

● How does the proposed initiative influence the local food environment? (2pts)

● What are the current health disparities tied with this issue? (2pts)

Rebuttals/Conflict:

● What is your opinion on implementing this initiative? (2 pts)

● Supply three statements that support your opinion. Use the information presented in class, either from lecture, guest speakers, or readings. If you oppose the initiative, please provide a solution you feel better tackles the issues (3 pts)

*BULLET POINTS CAN BE USED IN THIS SECTION

Conclusion

● Draft a brief conclusion that restates the current issue, the initiative proposed, and your supporting or opposing argument (6 pts)

● Include word count at bottom of page (1 pt)

● Grammar, flow/organization, spelling, word count (2 pts)

You must read files seriously.

King County Local Food Initiative (this one is better to write)