Make a list of these topics. My friends and I like to argue about . I think it is wrong when . . . I wish I could convince someone that . . . I am definitely opposed to . . .
Someone believes .
One caveat is in selecting current topics from newspapers you may choose a topic that has very few related sources. Be sure to select a current topic that has a history to it or a topic that can be related to a larger issue where there should be sufficient material. Spend some time writing down words, ideas, and phrases that come to mind when you think of that topic. If you feel that you can locate enough sources on your topic then approach your classroom instructor with your idea and make sure that this topic is appropriate for this assignment.