A fierce debate is raging about the merits of climate change—in America, at least. The international community, on the other hand, is largely in agreement that the planet is in imminent danger. As our climate teeters toward a point of no return, Americans are more divided on the issue than ever. In our country, liberals overwhelmingly support laws and policies to preserve the climate; meanwhile, conservatives are the single largest group of Americans to cast doubt on or disbelieve climate change. And for all Americans, climate often ranks below issues, such as the economy, immigration, and infrastructure, in polls. Given America’s hefty political clout, our internal squabbles are a troublesome development for the rest of the world. Instead of vacillating based upon the occupant of the White House, how can America finally lead on the issue of climate change?

For this assignment, you will utilize the Toulmin Model to construct a rhetorically-sound claim for America to finally decisively join the international community on climate change. You are responsible for constructing a single, logically-sound claim that will be supported by two distinct sets (A and B) of grounds, warrants, backings, etc.

Note:

1. Cite a minimum of four sources, including two of the following:
1. “Americans’ Climate Change Views Largely Unchanged Over Last Few Years: Poll (The Hill)
2. “Are Americans Concerned About Global Warming?” (Gallup)
3. “Americans are Less Concerned—but More Divided—on Climate Change than People Elsewhere” (Pew Research Center)
4. “A Look at How People Around the World View Climate Change” (Pew Research Center)
5. “The Strong Winds of Climate Change Have Failed to Move the Opinions of Many Americans” (Washington Post)
6. “In Response to Climate Change, Citizens in Advanced Economies are Willing to Alter How They Live and Work” (Pew Research Center) 
2. Additionally, you are responsible for providing TWO additional sources to support your grounds, warrants, backings, etc.
3. Cite your sources in MLA Style below your Toulmin Model. 
4. Use THIS template (updated 2.18) for your Toulmin Model.