This is a two-part essay assignment. Answer one question from Part A and one question from Part B, in two short essays of 2 to 3 double-spaced pages each. Be sure to indicate which question you are answering (i.e..Part A, Question 2).
You are expected to develop and substantiate your own argument in these essays. Your essays must be based solely on the assigned readings and lectures; do not use outside sources. Essays will be evaluated for demonstrated knowledge of the course material, strength of argument, the quality and quantity of evidence that effectively supports your claims/argument, and quality of writing.
A few tips: 1) Read the question carefully, and be sure to answer all parts of the question. 2) Be specific about which policy decisions, outcomes, etc. you are using as evidence to make your case. 3) Be careful to avoid simply summarizing lectures, and to avoid redundancy between your two essays.
Please use the readings I’ve provided to write this argumentative essay.
PART A: The 1980s and 1990s
1. The 1980s saw a) government policies to de-regulate business, and b) the re-structuring of the labor market. Briefly describe each trend. How did these two developments affect the relative power and position of business and labor in the 1990s and after?
