What should a writer do prior to drafting a thesis statement

Step 1: Write down a description of your research subject. Why is it important?

Step 2: Refine, narrow, and clarify this subject based on your overview

Step 3: List supporting evidence gathered from your overview

Step 4: List opposing evidence (if any) gathered from your overview

Step 5: Write a statement that clearly and concisely summarizes the information from the first 4 steps