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Group Member Name, Notes:, Harvrd - Coggle Diagram

- - - - Some people like to see supporting materials, key reports, newspaper articles, etc. accompanying the memo, but not to be used in place of the memo.
        
        Some people like to consider the 2-4 most likely questions a decision maker will ask in response to a proposal and make sure the answers to those questions are included in the memo
        
        "Closure of ICE Detention Facilities," a memo to the Secretary of Homeland Security from members of the ACLU, 09/06/23
        
        Commissioner Hardesty Office Memo on Gun Violence in Portland
        
        Memo from the Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin, "Next Steps on Suicide Prevention in the Military," 03/16/2023
        
        Clarify purpose and audience demographics: The memorandum should clearly state its purpose in the opening paragraph and identify its intended audience. Is the memo intended to inform, persuade policy makers, university administrators, or ask the public to take action.
        
        Use of evidence and data: the memo will strengthen the argument if I can provides direct data or statistics to support its claims.
        
        Specific recommendations: my memo outlines a general strategy for the UC system, but lacks specific actionable recommendations that can be implemented. It would be helpful if I could include detailed plans, projected costs, and expected outcomes.