Discusses issues surrounding poverty including its impact in specific countries, the causes of poverty, and the ways people are working to eradicate it.
Presents opposing views on poverty, addressing whether it is a serious problem in America, its causes, how poverty levels can be reduced in the U.S., and how to approach taking action on global povert
Offers differing viewpoints on the future and funding of NASA's space program, its benefits and liabilities, and the role the organization should play in diplomatic and scientific affairs.
"Democracy: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and pub
Offers opposing perspectives on the usefulness of the U.S. census; how accurately it represents the country's population, specifically regarding counts of college students, minorities, and same-sex co
Introduces global perspectives on workers' rights issues, examining policies in such nations as Brazil, Greece, and Saudi Arabia to explore practices in labor regulations, collective bargaining, discr
"Health Care: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and p
Explores the different issues men and women have with balancing work and family as well as the social stigmas each sex experiences, and examines the effects of government policies on the issue.
A collection of essays about interventions, including the prevalence of substance abuse, the best way to handle substance abuse, and if interventions should be served for public consumption.
A collection of essays examines the nation of Libya, its human rights record, the tyrannical reign of Muammar Qaddafi, and what the international community should do about the insurgency.
"Global Viewpoints: The Arab-Israeli Conflict: Regional Issues and the Arab-Israeli Conflict; Israel and the Gaza Strip; Israel and the West Bank; International Involvement in the Arab-Israeli Conflic
Presents various viewpoints on homelessness, addressing whether it is a serious problem, what causes it, whether and which housing policies will benefit the homeless, and which policies will reduce ho
Presents various viewpoints on urban agriculture, covering its purpose, economic sustainability factor, and future, as well as how it affects particular groups of people.
Present different points of view on various issues facing Nigeria, including free elections, violent conflicts, corruption, women's rights, and education.
"Eating Disorders: Are Eating Disorders a Serious Problem?; What Causes Eating Disorders?; What Role Does the Internet Play in Eating Disorders?; How Should Eating Disorders Be Treated?"--
Presents opposing viewpoints on contemporary issues faced by the music industry, including copyright issues, how it can respond to the changing market, the role of record labels, and the effects of ch
Presents a collection of essays examining charter schools, including their strengths and weaknesses, pros and cons, and what can be done to improve them.
This volume explores the topics relating to the minimum wage, the lowest hourly, daily or monthly remuneration that employers may legally pay to workers, by presenting varied expert opinions that exam
"Teenage Sexuality: What Factors Influence Teenage Sexuality?; What Are Some Significant Teen Sexuality Issues?; How Should Society Educate Teens About Sex?; How Should Society Respond to Teenage Sexu
Presents opposing arguments on aspects of domestic violence, including the seriousness of the problem, its causes, policies to address it, and laws that can reduce its prevalence.
Presents several viewpoints on the relationship between human beings and water including environmental concerns for the ocean, water scarcity, access to clean water, and hydropower.
Presents articles discussing the various issues involving interracial America, including interracial relationships, the affect of immigration, and equal opportunities for all races.
Presents a collection of essays discussing the stem cell research controversy, including the morality of it, the source of the cells, and the government's role in regulation.
"Garbage and Recycling: Is Garbage a Serious Problem?; Is Recycling Effective?; Is Toxic Waste Disposal a Serious Problem?; What Strategies Will Help Reduce Waste and Save Money?"--
"The Pharmaceutical Industry: Is Pharmaceutical Research Safe and Unbiased?; Are Prescription Drugs Appropriately Regulated?; Are Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices Ethical?; Is the Cost of Prescripti
Presents opposing viewpoints on the influence of the United States around the globe in such areas as military intervention, economic policy, and culture.
Presents opposing viewpoints on the topic of street teens, examining why they run away, consequences of living on the streets, and how they can be helped.
Introduces global perspectives on trends in human trafficking, factors contributing to the problem, strategies to reduce its flow, and efforts to aid its victims.
Collects essays examining aspects of the separation between church and state in the United States, including religious expression in schools and religion's impact on politics and policymaking.
"Judicial Activism: Is Judicial Activism Harmful?; How Has Judicial Activism Affected Particular Issues?; What Is the Relationship Between Public Opinion and Judicial Activism?; Is Judicial Activism a
Explores the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS, including the spread of the epidemic around the world, treatment options, and the political will needed to fight the disease.
"Suicide: Global Suicide Trends; Policies to Address Suicide; Political, Social, and Economic Factors Contributing to Suicide; Suicide As an Act of Terrorism"--
