Andy is asked to give a speech in his political science class on a current issue in the criminal justice system. He decides to discuss the death penalty. As his thesis, Andy states, "The death penalty should be made illegal in the United States." Andy has decided to base his presentation on a proposition of

A. value.
B. fact.
C. law.
D. policy.


Answer: D

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