This document provides instructions for an assignment asking students to choose a current political, economic, or social issue, describe how it has become contentious in the post-9/11 world when it was not an issue before 9/11. Students must write a minimum 500-word summary and analysis on the issue using at least two references and APA style for in-text citations and a reference list. The assignment must be submitted digitally by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET.