Discussion 1: "Types of Evidence"
Please respond to the following:
Consider the difference between empirical scientific evidence and anecdotal evidence. Explain which is considered more useful to the study of public policy and state why.
Using the e-Activity, identify 2-3 policies of your choice and discuss which type of evidence is most appropriate for the policies you identified.
eActivity
Visit the Policy Almanac and explore various policy issues of interest to to you.
Visit The White House Briefing Room to read "FACT SHEET: The President's Framework for Shared Prosperity and Shared Fiscal Responsibility".
Discussion 2: "Creating Arguments"
Please respond to the following:
Using one of the policies listed in Discussion 1, create one of each of the following (for a total of four arguments):
Normative argument
Positive argument
Anecdote argument
Evidence argument
Part 2
Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), often referred to as community clinics, are the first line of care for many patients. Please explain the application of sliding scale fees and how these are funded and the impacts that Medicaid HMOs and Medicaid PPACA patients may have on the FQHC.