Debate Opening Statement
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Note: MLA Format and state only facts not personal opinions
Read “Debt Slaves: 7 Out Of 10 Americans Believe That Debt ‘Is A Necessity In Their Lives’” ( http://endoftheamericandream.com/archives/debt-slaves-7-out-of-10-americans-believe-that-debt-is-a-necessity-in-their-lives ) and write an opening statement on the pros of why debt is a necessity in life. Follow this outline:
1. Introduction
· Summarize the Debt Slave Article (in one to 2 sentences)
· Define Debt and list examples
· Thesis statement on why debt is a necessity
2. Credit Cards
· How it works
· Advantages
3. Loans
· How it works
· Advantages
4. Credit Score
· Credit scoring/ how it works
· Benefits of a good credit score
5. Conclusion
· Restate thesis
· Sum up key points
· Closing statement