It's very important for this project that you:

1. Have a clearly focused and relevant issue, and can state what kind of issue.
2. Can summarize the history, current status, and relevance of the issue.
3. Use a good range of surface and deep sources, including interviews, if possible.
4. Gather source information in a systematic way, and one which keeps track of citation information.
5. Can objectively summarize in detail the distinct positions held on the issue. (This includes knowing the specific grounds and evidence which each side provides for their side.)
6. Divide up research tasks evenly among group members.