The research paper for this course is a 5–7-page paper studying an active faith-based interest group in detail. For this assignment, you will compose a thesis statement and a brief outline in current Turabian format based on your selected interest group for the Research Paper – Final Submission.

The assignment must be 2–3 pages and must include a at least 7 references that you will use for your final paper. Your thesis statement must be 1 full paragraph, and your outline must be in proper outline format (i.e., proper headings and subheadings, etc.). A proper outline must be detailed enough to provide a foundation for your final research paper.

A few suggested faith-based interest groups you could study are listed below. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are encouraged to research faith-based interest groups and select one of most interest to you. If you have any questions about the suitability of a different group, contact your instructor.

·      Family Research Council

·      Christian Coalition

·      Traditional Values Coalition

·      American Family Association

·      Christian Action Network

Take into account that your Research Paper – Final Submission must:

·      Discuss the history of the faith-based group you have chosen;

·      Discuss the group’s stated purpose, philosophy, and techniques of operation;

·      Discuss the biblical foundations for the group’s purpose and activities;

·      Address the group’s activities at the national, state, and local level;

·      Address the group’s current legislative agenda (i.e., specific legislation or government activities that the group is currently working on);

·      Assess the group’s overall effectiveness, giving examples from their recent activities to support your assessment; and

·      Provide recommendations based on the course readings of potential ways in which the group could improve their effectiveness.