At Issue Series
Books in this anthology series published by Greenhaven Press focus on a wide range of viewpoints on a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates. Articles are printed in their entirety and footnotes and source notes are retained. These books offer the reader not only a full spectrum of dissent on the subject, but also the ability to test the validity of the arguments by following up on sources used as evidence. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to further research.
Following is an annotated list of titles in this series that have been ordered by the MSU Libraries. To double check locations, call numbers, and availability, see MAGIC, our online catalog.
Many of the articles appearing in this series are also available electronically via the Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Access to the electronic articles is limited to MSU faculty and students.
Affirmative Action
Leora Maltz, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 77pp.
Main Library Stacks LC212.42 .A37 2005
Supporters believe that affirmative action policies are necessary to counter the lingering effects of slavery and segregation in schools and on the job. Critics insist that the programs are ineffective and harmful to whites and minorities alike. This anthology explores the contentious debate over how best to achieve equality in education and employment.
1996 edition : Main Library Stacks HF5549.5.A34 A4 1996
2000 edition : Main Library Stacks JC599.U5 A34685 2000
AIDS in Developing Countries
Nancy Harris, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks RA643.86.D44 A337 2003
AIDS is present on every inhabited continent of the world. However, over 90 percent of those infected with AIDS live in developing countries where populations suffering with and dying from the disease continue to grow. This anthology explores the issues concerning why AIDS is spreading so rapidly throughout the developing world and what can be done to eradicate it.
Alcohol Abuse
HaiSong Harvey, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 74pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5035 .A447 2003
Over 14 million people combat some form of alcohol abuse in the United States alone. The selections in this volume deal with the severity of the problem and how it can be treated.
Contents: Alcoholism is a disease / Katherine Ketcham et al.-- Alcoholism is not a disease / Edward A. Dreyfus -- Alcoholics Anonymous is the best treatment for alcoholics / Thomas Curtis Chace -- Alcoholics Anonymous is not the best treatment for alcoholics / Jack Trimpey -- Alcoholics cannot learn to drink in moderation / Mike Harden -- Alcoholics can learn to drink in moderation / Stanton Peele -- Colleges should promote tougher policies against alcohol abuse / Henry Wechsler, Toben Nelson, and Elissa R. Weitzman -- Colleges should promote moderate drinking / Franklin B. Krohn -- Drug therapy is an effective treatment for alcohol abuse / Donald W. Goodwin.
Alternatives to Prison
Jennifer Scancke, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 123pp.
Main Library Stacks HV9304 .A647 2005
In the past thirty years America's prison population has skyrocketed to over 2.1 million prisoners with no evidence of slowing down. The contributors to this anthology explore the reasons behind the exploding prison population, whether prisons are a successful deterrent to crime, and the various alternatives to imprisonment - drug courts, mental health courts, electronic monitoring, family-based therapies, and restorative justice - that are currently available.
Animal Experimentation
Cindy Mur, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 2nd edition, 80pp.
Main Library Stacks HV4915 .A634 2004
An estimated twenty million animals are used for experiments in the United States every year. While researchers believe testing on animals is essential for maintaining human health, animal rights activists assert that it is immoral and unreliable. This anthology debates the scientific data and ethical concerns associated with animal experimentation.
2000 edition : Main Library Stacks HV4915 .A635 2000
Anorexia
Karen F. Balkin, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks RC552.A5 A5472 2005
Millions suffer from anorexia, a debilitating eating disorder. This thoughtful revision considers the physical, social, and psychological aspects of this puzzling disorder and includes new viewpoints exploring anorexia in men, older women, and women throughout the world.
2001 edition : Main Library Stacks RC552.A5 .A547 2001
Antidepressants
Katherine Read Dunbar, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 91pp.
Main Library Stacks RM332 .A5733 2006
In June 2003, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration sparked a heated debate when it issued a warning to physicians concerning the possible increased risk of suicide in children and adolescents taking antidepressants. The authors in this anthology debate the safety and efficacy of antidepressants in both children and adults, exploring issues such as overprescription, the placebo effect and suicide.
Anti-Semitism
Mark McKain, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks DS145 .A599 2005
In the twentieth century, anti-Semitism fueled the Holocaust--the systematic attempt to exterminate the Jews. One of the repercussions of the Holocaust was the founding of the state of Israel as a secure haven to protect the Jewish people. However, the establishment of Israel has not ended anti-Semitism. Now, in the 21st century, anti-Semitism is again on the rise in many areas. The viewpoints presented in At Issue: Anti-Semitism examine the impact of anti-Semitism in the United States and throughout the world.
1999 edition
Are American Elections Fair?
Stuart A. Kallan, ed. Detroit : Greenhaven Press / Thomson Gale, 2006. 90pp.
Main Library Stacks JK1976 .A83 2006
In recent years, the methods used to select political candidates in the United States have come under intense scrutiny. Are American Elections Fair? examines many contentious issues surrounding elections including electronic voting machines, redistricting, the electoral college, and whether or not noncitizens should be allowed to participate in elections.
Are Americans Overmedicated?
Amanda Hiber, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 127pp.
On order 11/07/06
Have Americans become excessive in their use of medications, including treatments for depression, obesity, attention deficit disorder, chronic pain, and other disabling conditions?
At Issue Drugs
Are America's Wealthy Too Powerful?
Stuart A. Kallan, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 133pp.
Main Library Stacks HC110.W4 A73 2006
At Issue Social Issues series
Are Athletes Good Role Models?
Geoff Griffin, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks GV697.A1 A59 2005
Some people feel that athletes are good role models because in achieving their athletic success they exhibit positive qualities such as courage and persistence in achieving their goals. Others argue that athletes make poor role models because what we see of them is a mere media creation. Furthermore, athletes often engage in bad, or even illegal, activities that their fans should not try to emulate. In this anthology, the authors debate the positive and negatives aspects of athletes as role models.
Are Chain Stores Ruining America?
Kirsten Engdahl, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 86pp.
On order 12/04/06
Examines the effects of chain stores on the environment; the issue of worker exploitation; and the impact of chain stores on the character and culture of local communities. At Issue - Social Issues.
Are Conspiracy Theories Valid?
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 98pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6275 .A74 2006
In the twenty-first century conspiracy theories can reach millions of Internet users in a matter of hours. Are Conspiracy Theories Valid? explores some of these provocative theories. Believers and skeptics comment on popular theories concerning the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, AIDS, UFOs, the Kennedy assassination, and more.
Are Efforts to Reduce Terrorism Successful?
Lauri S. Friedman, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .A74 2005
The War on Terrorism is at the forefront of the nation's consciousness. All Americans can agree that they want to feel safe; yet their commonality usually ends there. How to reduce terrorism, and the myriad of issues entangled within it, is thus one of the most compelling and controversial questions to come along in recent history. This anthology identifies the main efforts being undertaken to reduce terrorism and debates their efficacy.
Are Privacy Rights Being Violated?
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 128pp.
Gast Business Library KF1262 .A97 2006
Are Privacy Rights Being Violated? features a range of opinions from privacy rights advocates, Pentagon researchers, and supporters of law enforcement on this important and timely issue.
Are the World's Coral Reefs Threatened?
Charlene Ferguson, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks QH541.5.C7 A74 2005
Coral reefs, the "Rain Forests of the Sea," are one of our oldest ecosystems. Some scientists predict the reefs will be extinct by the end of the century. Others believe coral reefs are not imperiled. This book examines the causes of destruction, the economic impact and the effect regulations will have on their future.
Attack on America: September 11, 2001
William Dudley, editor. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2002. 92pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .T474 2002
Contents: Enemies of freedom committed an act of war against America / George W. Bush -- The attacks were God's punishment for America's actions against Islam / Osama bin Laden -- Osama bin Laden wants to drive the West from the Islamic world / James S. Robbins -- The attacks were part of militant Islam's war against America / Daniel Pipes -- The terrorist attacks were not the result of U.S. actions / Peter Beinart -- U.S. policies in Islamic lands are a root cause of the terrorist attacks / Faisal Bodi -- The terrorists were waging a war the United States began / Samuel Francis -- "Blowback" from U.S. foreign policy is partially to blame for the attacks / Chalmers Johnson -- The financial backing of terrorist groups must be targeted / Jim Hoagland -- The United States should seek alternatives to military action / Joyce Neu -- The terrorist attacks should be treated as acts of war / Gary Dempsey -- The terrorist attacks should be treated as international crimes / David Held -- Bombing Afghanistan is the wrong response to the terrorist attacks / Matthew Rothschild -- Bombing Afghanistan was a necessary step in the war against terrorism / Michael Kelly -- The attacks revealed America's lack of preparedness against terrorism / Franklin Foer -- The terrorist attacks clarified the meaning of good and evil / William J. Bennett -- Evil is too simplistic an explanation for the terrorist attacks / Joel Bleifuss -- The world must respond to the attack on New York City / Rudolph W. Giuliani -- The attacks revealed the importance of the public sector / Jeff Faux -- The attacks marked the end of the post-cold war era / Robert D. Kaplan.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
William Dudley, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 106pp.
Main Library Stacks RJ506.H9 A92 2005
Millions of children and adults have been diagnosed with (ADHD); many have been given powerful drugs as treatment. Yet some question whether it should be considered a legitimate medical disorder. This anthology features a broad array of opinions on the extent of ADHD, its causes, and what kinds of treatment are best.
Bilingual Education
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks LC3731 .B5517 2003
The anthology presents the arguments for and against bilingual education as an educational tool in helping school children that have limited proficiency in English, learn English early in school. Advocates assert that the knowledge of a first language (usually Spanish) helps children learn a second language (English). Opponents, mostly advocates of English as a national language, argue that English immersion is a better method. The debate has graduated into a fight between those who believe that English should be the only medium of instruction in schools and that multiple languages endanger American society, and those who argue that bilingualism and bilingual education are an asset and actually enrich, not threaten, American society.
Biological and Chemical Weapons
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks UG447.8 .B534 2006
News of chemical and bioweapons makes frequent headlines as the government increases bio research, largely in an attempt to prevent future terrorist attacks. Biological and Chemical Weapons sheds light on a vital issue with a balanced range of opinions from researchers, journalists, weapons experts and politicians.
2001 edition : Main Library Stacks UG447.8 .B53 2001
Bulimia
Loreta M. Medina, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks RC552.B84 B84 2003
The prevalence of bulimia in the United States has grown in the last 30 years. Considered a mental affliction that can be lethal, bulimia is characterized by binge-eating, purging, excessive exercise, and misuse of laxatives and diuretics. Bulimia is both a psychological and a social problem. Causes include conflicted family relationships; traumatic childhood experiences like sexual abuse, alienation, and depression; obsession with thinness; low self-esteem; and even imbalances of chemicals in the brain.
Contents: Bulimia nervosa: an overview / Beth M. McGilley and Tamara L. Pryor -- Testimony of a recovered female bulimic / Sandy Fertman -- Bulimia in older women / Susan Chollar -- Men are becoming more vulnerable to bulimia / Lisa Liddane -- Adolescence: setting the stage for eating disorders / Marlene Boskind-White and William C. White Jr.-- Bulimia may be linked to sexual abuse / Jennifer Redford -- Bingeing and dieting as methods of coping with pain / Becky W. Thompson -- Bulimia is on the rise among nonwhite populations / Kathryn J. Zerbe -- Current approaches to treating bulimia / Carolyn Costin -- The role of parents in a child's recovery / Abigail H. Natenshon.
Business Ethics
Tamara L. Roleff. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1996. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HF5387 .B8665 1996
In their pursuit of profits, businesses are perceived as being unresponsive to the values and needs of their employees and of society in general.
Can Democracy Succeed in the Middle East?
Jann Einfeld, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 126pp.
Main Library Stacks JQ1758.A91 C36 2006
Contents : Democracy can succeed in the Middle East / Condoleeza Rice -- Democracy cannot succeed in the Middle East / Michael Stent -- The United States can bring democracy to the Middle East / Karl Zinsmeister -- U.S.-imposed democracy cannot succeed in the Middle East / Wesley Clark -- Democracy in Iraq can succeed / Adeed Dawisha -- Democracy in Iraq will fail / Robert Fisk -- Islamic culture provides a sound basis for democracy / Bernard Lewis -- Islamic culture is not compatible with democracy / Roger Scruton -- Many in the Middle East are eager for democracy / Fouad Ajami -- Many in the Middle East favor authoritarian, Islamist regimes / Fareed Zakaria -- Women's rights are essential to democracy in the Middle East / Ronald Inglehart and Pippa Norris -- Women's rights are not essential to democracy in the Middle East / Marina S. Ottaway -- Organizations to contact
Cancer. Belinda Mooney, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2007. 100pp. On order 01/30/07
Today cancer is understood as not a single disease but a category of diseases with widely varying causes, courses, and outcomes, and undeniably high social and medical costs. This book examines the many factors involved in the causes and treatments of cancer. Until a cure for cancer is found, debates surrounding cancer treatment and prevention will likely remain heated and emotional.
Central Intelligence Agency
James Haley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks JK468.I6 C4545 2003
Authors debate how effective the CIA is in preventing threats to national security such as terrorism and discuss controversial agency activities such as assassinations and covert action. Contents: The CIA is responsible for the terrorist attacks on America / Massimo Calabresi and Romesh Ratnesar -- The CIA cannot be blamed for the terrorist attacks on America / Thomas Houlahan -- The CIA should be granted expanded powers to fight terrorism / Rich Galen -- the CI A should not be granted expanded powers to fight terrorism / American Civil Liberties Union -- The ban against CIA assassinations should be amended / Richard Lowry -- The ban against CIA assassinations should not be amended / Jonathan Fanton and Kenneth Roth -- The CIA has too little accountability in the war against terrorism / George C. Wilson -- A "street" fight / Evan Thomas -- Covert action is sometimes justified / Thomas H. Henriksen -- Covert action is never justified / Ramsey Clark -- The CIA promotes peace / Robert M. Gates -- The CIA promotes violence / Steve Kangas -- The CIA has been involved in drug trafficking / Gary Webb -- The CIA has not been involved in drug trafficking / Central Intelligence Agency -- The CIA is seriously flawed / Ted Gup -- America still needs the CIA / George Tenet -- The CIA should be reformed / Melvin A. Goodman
Child Labor and Sweatshops
Ann Manheimer, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 127pp.
Main Library Stacks HD6231 .C4553 2006
Abuses of child and adult workers have led to protests, boycotts, and treaties to end child labor and sweatshops. Everyone agrees the worst practices must be stopped. But debate rages over the underlying causes, and whether workplace exploitation is an inevitable step in economic development or an avoidable human rights violation.
1999 edition : Main Library HD6231 .C455 1999
Child Sexual Abuse
Angela Lewis, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 123pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6570.2 .C55 2005
Though substantiated cases of child sexual abuse have declined overall, the problem continues to challenge society. The sexual abuse of children even poses a threat in our most trusted religious and educational institutions. The authors of this anthology explore factors that contribute to the problem of child sexual abuse and discuss prevention efforts.
1998 edition : Main Library Stacks HV6570.2 .C55 1998
Child Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church
Louise I. Gerdes, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks BX1912.9 .C47 2003
The American Catholic Church has been rocked by a growing number of accusations that priests have sexually abused children in their care. In this timely anthology, authors debate the extent of the problem and its potential remedies. Contents: Child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church: an overview / Kenneth Jost -- A message from the Pope on the child sexual abuse crisis / John Paul II -- Three types of child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church / William Rusher -- The celibacy requirement for priests does not contribute to child sexual abuse / Philip Jenkins -- Practices within the Catholic hierarchy encourage child sexual abuse / Christopher Hitchens -- The Catholic Church's response to child sexual abuse is adequate / Stephen J. Rossetti -- The Catholic Church's response to child sexual abuse is inadequate / Stephen J. Pope -- Zero tolerance of child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church is unfair and un-Catholic / Tom Beaudoin -- The Church's zero-tolerance policy is unfair to victims / Ross Mackenzie -- Homosexuality in the priesthoox fosters child sexual abuse / Rod Dreher -- Catholic bishops must reform to resolve the child sexual abuse crisis / Michael Sean Winters -- Child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church should be treated as a crime / Thomas Szasz -- The costs of child sexual abuse litigation threaten the Catholic Church / Dan Michalski -- A victim speaks out / Craig Martin -- A nonabusing priest speaks out / J. Ronald Knott.
Cloning
Bruno Leone, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; San Diego : Thomson/Gale , c2003. 2nd edition, 93pp.
Main Library Stacks QH442.2 .C5642 2003
The cloning of the sheep Dolly in 1997 has generated enormous controversy on the moral, ethical, and biological implications of cloning. This anthology presents a wide range of opinions on the subject from Ian Wilmut (the scientist who cloned Dolly), Richard Dawkins, Leon Kass, and other knowledgeable authors.
1998 edition : Main Library Stacks QH442.2 .C56 1998
Club Drugs
Karen F. Balkin, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5822.M38 C58 2005
Ecstasy and meth are the most common of the club drugs, but they are not the only ones. This new volume investigates the health and social effects of the club drug phenomenon on American youth.
Computers and Education
James D. Torr, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003.
Main Library Stacks LB1028.5 .C517 2003
Many parents and teachers feel that educational technology is vital in helping students succeed in the modern information economy. However, other educators maintain that schools' investments in computer-assisted education have not paid off. This volume highlights the main arguments about what role computers should play in the classroom. Contents: Schools should adopt computer-assisted education / Howard Gardner -- Schools should not adopt computer-assisted education / Clifford Stoll -- Computer-assisted education can enhance learning / National Research Council -- Computer-assisted education may not enhance learning / Alison Armstrong and Charles Casement -- Computers can make students more interested in learning / Leslie Bennetts -- Computer-assisted education can undermine serious study / Joanne K. Olson and Michael P. Clough -- Computer-assisted education benefits young children / The Children's Partnership -- Computer-assisted education does not benefit young children / Alliance for Childhood -- Computer literacy is vital to students' future success / Diane Rezendes Khirallah -- Traditional literacy is more important than computer literacy to students' future success / Susan B. Barnes -- Computer-assisted education could radically alter the role of teachers / Frederick Bennett -- Computers cannot replace teachers / Vivienne Collinson.
Cosmetic Surgery
Kristen Bailey, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks HM636 .C68 2005
Despite the risk of serious complications and even death, millions of Americans undergo cosmetic surgery every year. The authors in this anthology examine the growing popularity of cosmetic surgery, the reasons people are seeking it, and the benefits and dangers of cosmetic procedures. At Issue Health series.
Creationism vs. Evolution
Eric Braun, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 91pp.
Main Library Stacks BS652 .C74 2005
Where did humans come from and how do we teach our children about it? The battle over this element of classroom curricula has been a particularly contentious debate. Today, a faction of creationism known as Intelligent Design has raised the stakes even further, claiming to have scientific proof that life was created by an intelligent designer. Creationism versus Evolution examines the debate as it has unfolded in recent years.
2002 edition : Main Library Stacks and Special Collections American Radicalism Collection BS652 .C74 2002
Date Rape
James Haley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 2nd edition, 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6561 .D36 2003
Date rape emerged as a controversial issue on college campuses in the late 1980s after a widely publicized study revealed that large numbers of college women had been coerced, either through physical force or psychological pressure, into having sex against their will. Questions of consent --does no really mean no? And whether the definition of rape should be broadened to include incidents where no force is used are debated and discussed in this anthology.
1998 edition : Main Library Stacks HV6561 .D36 1998
DNA Databases
Lauri R. Harding, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson/Gale, 2007. 100pp. On order 10/31/07
Do Animals Have Rights
Jamuna Carroll, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks HV4708 .D56 2005
Whether animals have rights and what those rights are continues to be widely debated. This anthology explores current controversies, including practical and ethical aspects of animal cloning, organ transplants between species, and farm animal slaughtering methods, as well as granting some or all animals legal rights.
Do Infectious Diseases Pose A Serious Threat
Viqi Wagner, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 126pp.
Main Library Stacks RA643 .D595 2005
Most of the deadliest known infectious diseases are either spreading or becoming drug resistant, and dozens of previously unknown diseases have emerged since the 1970s. Public- and private-sector experts debate the reasons for, scope of, and best responses to infectious disease threats including SARS, bioterrorism agents, and AIDS.
Do Nuclear Weapons Pose a Serious Threat
Helen Cothran, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks U264 .D55 2005
The threats posed by nuclear weapons are changing. Due to the proliferation of the materials and technology used to make nuclear arms, rogue nations and terrorists groups now have a greater opportunity to develop such weapons.
Does Advertising Promote Substance Abuse
Lori M. Newman, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5135 .D54 2005
Many advertisements for alcohol and tobacco products enjoy wide appeal among people too young to use these products legally. However, it is not clear whether this promotes young people to abuse these substances. Does Advertising Promote Substance Abuse? draws upon advertisements in magazines, movies, professional sports broadcasts and more to examine this issue from a variety of viewpoints.
Does Capital Punishment Deter Crime?
Roman Espejo, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 2nd edition, 128pp.
Main Library Stacks HV8699.U5 D645 2003
Whether executing violent offenders deters murder and violent crime is a major aspect of the capital punishment debate. Contributors to this anthology use both theories and hard evidence to support their divergent views on the death penalty's power of deterrence.
1998 edition
Does Equality Exist in America?
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 106pp.
Main Library Stacks HN90.S6 D64 2006
At Issues Social Issues series
Does Outsourcing Harm America?
Katherine Read Dunbar, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 101pp.
Main Library Stacks HD2365 .D64 2006
Although outsourcing has been part of the U.S. economy for over 200 years it is still the source of great controversy. From the city streets to the Senate floor, concerns about outsourcing are wildly debated. This anthology explores the latest arguments surrounding outsourcing and examines its impact on the economy and the American people. At Issue Social Issues series.
Does the Internet Benefit Society
Cindy Mur, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks TK5105.878 .D64 2005
More than 50 million Americans now access the Internet, and its continued unchecked growth stirs debate. The authors in this anthology argue that the Internet can be a valuable tool or a perilous place. It can foster connections with others or promote hate groups. It can open new business opportunities or advance criminal behavior. It can provide both unlimited student research opportunities and unlimited opportunity for those who prey upon children. This volume presents the benefits, effects and repercussions of Internet use in the classroom, in politics, in business, in medicine and in social situations.
Does the Internet Increase the Risk of Crime?
Lisa Yount, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 109pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6773 .D64 2006
Does using the Internet increase the risk of identity theft, crimes against children, and other crimes, or have the media exaggerated the risk? Can law enforcement deal effectively with cybercriminals and "black hat" hackers? Pro and con viewpoints evaluate the importance of Internet crime and the effectiveness of measures used against it.
Does the United States Need a National Health Insurance Policy?
Nancy Harris, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 106pp.
Main Library Stacks RA412.2 .D64 2006
As health care costs have soared, the debate over the need for a national health insurance policy has intensified. In this volume numerous authors argue that national health insurance is needed to insure that all Americans receive adequate health care while others contend that it would undermine health care.
Does the World Hate the United States
Andrea C. Nakaya, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 139pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432.7 .D64 2005
On September 11, 2001, terrorists crashed hijacked airliners into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, killing thousands of Americans and revealing anti-American sentiments around the globe. The authors in this anthology debate the extent and causes of anti-Americanism, and its implications for Americans.
Domestic Violence
Karin L. Swisher. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1996. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ809 .D65 1996
The incidence and seriousness of spousal abuse — by both men and women — are among the issues debated in this title.
Drug Testing
Cindy Mur, editor. Farmington Hills, MI : Thomson/Gale Greenhaven Press, 2006. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5823.5.U5 D76 2006
Testing people for the use of illicit drugs has become a contentious issue in America. Does it violate privacy rights? Does it prevent drug abuse? This anthology explores the various debates over drug testing for students, employees, athletes, and others.
Drugs and Sports
William Dudley. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2001. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks RC1230 .D783 2001
Athletes in numerous sports have been caught using drugs to improve their performance. Contributors analyze the causes and implications of this phenomenon. Contents: The use of performance-enhancing drugs is common -- Steroid use is a growing problem among American high school athletes -- State-sponsored drug use has tarnished the Olympic games -- Performance-enhancing substances raise serious questions for athletes -- The International Olympic Committee stands against doping -- The impropriety of taking performance-enhancing drugs is debatable -- Drug testing for athletes must be improved -- Mandatory drug fest in sports : the war
against drugs is failing on all fronts -- Athletes have the right to accept the risks and benefits of performance-enhancing drugs -- Banning performance-enhancing drugs is justified -- The United States must spearhead reforms to eradicate drugs in sports -- Drug use in sports is not eradicable.
Drunk Driving
James Haley, editor. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2002. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks HE5620.D72 D78 2002
In this anthology, authors debate the most effective means of reducing the number of injuries and fatalities caused by drunk drivers. Proposed solutions include lowering blood-alcohol concentration limits, preventing underage drinking, cracking down on repeat drunk drivers, and confiscating the cars of drunk driving offenders. Contents: Lower blood-alcohol concentration limits for drivers will save lives / National Highway Traffic Safety Administration -- Lower blood-alcohol concentration limits for drivers will not save lives / American Beverage Institute -- Preventing underage drinking will reduce drunk driving fatalities / Elizabeth Shepard -- Zero tolerance laws deter underage drinking and driving / Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention -- A legal drinking age of 21 does not reduce drunk driving / Dan Levine -- Repeat drunk drivers are a threat to public safety / Jayne Keedle -- A combination of legal sanctions will stop repeat drunk drivers / Herb Simpson -- Ignition interlock devices prevent drunk driving / Darrel L. Longest -- Sobriety checkpoints and blanket patrols reduce alcohol-related crashes / National Hardcore Drunk Driver Project -- Sobriety checkpoints are unconstitutional / Stephen G. Michaelides -- Police use of passive alcohol sensors deters drunk driving / Michele Fields -- Police use of passive alcohol sensors erodes civil liberties / Eric Peters -- All drunk driving offenders should lose their cars / Rudolph Giuliani -- Only repeat drunk driving offenders should lose their cars / Paul Kursky -- Drunk driving should be legalized / Llewellyn H. Rockwell Jr.
Environmental Justice
Jonathan S. Petrikin. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks GE170 .A8 1995
Many charge that the wealthy and powerful have protected their own backyards at the risk of the health and living conditions of their poorer neighbors.
Ethics of Abortion
Christine Watkins, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ767.15 .E48 2005
The abortion debate is as active today as it was in 1973 with Roe v. Wade. The goal of many politicians and organizations is to make abortion illegal, while others actively and vehemently defend a woman's legal right to choose. This anthology addresses the many current issues pertinent to this debate.
2001 edition
Ethics of Capital Punishment
Nick Fisanick, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks HV8699.U5 E84 2005
The current debate surrounding capital punishment is complicated and involves legal, civil, philosophical, and religious issues. This anthology explores the ethical arguments involved, from the rights of the condemned to the rights of their victims, and to the rights of society as a whole.
Ethics of Euthanasia
Daniel A. Leone. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1999. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks R726 .E7753 1999
Physicians, ethicists, and others debate where society should draw the line between killing and allowing a terminally ill patient to die.
Ethics of Genetic Engineering
Maurya Siedler, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 140pp.
Main Library Stacks QH438.7 .E842 2005
As the field of genetic engineering continues to develop, a host of new ethical dilemmas are created. Many ethicists believe that it is our moral duty to pursue the new genetic technologies for the benefit of mankind. Others see this tinkering with nature as ethically unacceptable. This text debates the central issues of genetic modification, including human cloning, genetically modified foods and altering the genes of our descendants.
2002 edition
Ethics of Human Cloning
John Woodward, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 111pp.
Main Library Stacks QH438.7 .E844 2005
Human cloning may be moving from the realm of science fiction to reality. Some see it as a reproductive right or believe the technology will lead to cures for a host of diseases. Others insist that all human cloning is immoral. In this timely anthology, authors examine the ramifications of both reproductive and therapeutic human cloning.
2001 edition
Ethnic Conflict
Charles P. Cozic. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks E184.A1 A785 1995
Some of the most deep-seated and difficult-to-mediate conflicts are those grounded in ethnic hatred. This anthology examines whether ethnic clashes will force America to exchange its melting-pot image for one of melting-point violence.
Fast Food
Tracy Brown Collins, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 91pp.
Main Library Stacks HD9005 .F37 2005
Nearly two out of every three Americans are overweight or obese, and one out of eight deaths in America is caused by obesity-related illnesses. Many Americans blame the fast food industry in part for the nation's obesity problem. Others believe it is up to individuals to make the right choices for a healthy lifestyle. This anthology explores the various aspects of the fast food debate.
Fighting Bioterrorism
Lisa Yount, book ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2004. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .F54 2004
Contents: The bioterrorists : an overview / W. Seth Carus -- The United States is not prepared for a bioterror attack / Scott Gottlieb -- The United States is committed to fighting bioterrorism / George W. Bush -- U.S. agriculture is vulnerable to bioterror attacks / Mark Wheelis, Rocco Casagrande, and Laurence V. Madden -- Protection of U.S. agriculture against bioterror attacks has been strengthened / Michael A. Gips -- Deficiencies in the health care system threaten America's ability to respond to bioterror / Katherine Eban -- The American health care system's preparedness for bioterror has improved / American Public Health Association -- Families can prepare for bioterrorism / Bill Frist -- The public is likely to respond well in a bioterror attack / Thomas A. Glass and Monica Schoch-Spana -- Everyone should be vaccinated against smallpox / Charles Krauthhammer -- Individuals should decide whether to be vaccinated against smallpox / Charles V. Pena -- Only "first responders" should be vaccinated against smallpox / White House -- No one should be vaccinated against smallpox / Todd Sloane -- Scientific research and publication should be restricted to prevent bioterrorism / John D. Steinbruner and Elisa D. Harris -- Scientific research and publication should not be restricted / Abigail Salyers.
Food-Borne Illnesses
Karen F. Balkin, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks RC143 .F657 2004
Food-borne pathogens are everywhere, and sometime simple hand washing is not enough to thwart them. Contributors examine the food-borne threat of bioterrorism as well as the common disease-producers found in every kitchen.
Food Safety
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 125pp.
Main Library Stacks TX531 .F5677 2005
With questions raised almost every day about Mad Cow disease, pesticides, dietary fat and sugar, and other concerns, the issues raised in Food Safety could not be more timely-or more important. Featuring opinions from nutritional experts, food industry representatives, environmentalists, and others, this objective book informs and educates readers about a vital issue.
2000 edition
Foreign Oil Dependence
James Haley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 93pp.
Main Library Stacks HD9566 .F67 2004
Nearly 60 percent of the oil needed to keep the U.S. economy running is imported from foreign suppliers, many of which are located in the unstable Persian Gulf region of the Middle East. America's heavy reliance on imported oil has caused some observers to argue that the nation's security has been compromised and that measures must be taken to increase domestic oil exploration and production. The most effective ways to address foreign oil dependence are debated and discussed in this timely anthology.
Future of the Internet
Tom Head, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks HM851 .F88 2005
Over the past decade, the Internet has radically transformed our global culture. Many thinkers have speculated on how the Internet could transform society even further, and this anthology provides a range of possible scenarios.
1997 edition
Gay and Lesbian Families
Kate Burns, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ76.35.U6 G39 2005
Gay and lesbian families share many traits with other families, but unique differences merit special consideration. This anthology investigates key issues related to gay and lesbian families including gay parenting, marriage laws, gay children and teens, adoption policies, and religious viewpoints in the United States and Canada.
Gay Marriage
Kate Burns, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 107pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ1033 .G385 2005
Gay Marriage is one of the most visible controversies in the news today. Battles over gay marriage are being waged in courts, legislatures, board rooms, and grassroots campaigns across the United States and Canada. This volume examines the social, political, religious, and moral stakes at hand in current arguments for and against gay marriage.
1998 edition
Gene Therapy
Roman Espejo, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 74pp.
Main Library Stacks RB155.8 .G46173 2004
Gene therapy is a technique for treating disease on a genetic level. Many scientists, researchers, and experts believe it has the capacity to cure, even prevent various genetic disorders. However, others claim that gene therapy is dangerous and unethical. This anthology debates the issues surrounding this emerging field of medicine.
Genetically Engineered Foods
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks TP248.65.F66 G453 2004
Genetically engineered foods quietly came onto the United States market in the 1990's. A host of controversial issues sprung up around them including questions about their safety to human health and the environment, whether they should be labeled or not, and whether they will solve the problems of world hunger. This anthology presents different perspectives on these issues and further insight into other aspects of GE foods.
Guns and Crime
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 2nd edition, 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HV7436 .G8772 2004
Are more gun control laws necessary to reduce violent crime, or are armed citizens a more effective deterrent to criminal behavior? Advocates on both sides of the gun control debate offer different perspectives on the relationship between guns and crime.
2000 edition
Heroin
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5822.H4 H455 2006
Heroin use is on the rise in the United States, especially among suburban youth. The authors in this anthology consider what factors have caused the rise in heroin use, what treatments are most effective for heroin addiction, and what costs—personal, family and societal have been felt. At Issue Drugs
2001 edition
Home Schooling
Cindy Mur, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks LC40 .H443 2003
An increasing number of parents have begun teaching their children at home in recent years. In this anthology, authors debate the effects of this alternative form of education on the academic, social, and family lives of young people. Contents: Home schooling is becoming more common / Patricia M. Lines -- Home schooling is increasing among African Americans / Sandy Coleman -- The challenges of home schooling / Debra Bell -- Home schooling is a legitimate alternative to public schools / Chris Jeub -- Public school is a better choice than home schooling / Evie Hudak -- Children who are home schooled succeed academically / Brian C. Anderson -- There is little evidence that home schooling is successful / Katherine Pfleger -- Home-schooled students are well socialized / William R. Mattox, Jr.-- Home schooling deprives children of important social lessons / Gillian Bowditch -- Home schooling affects families positively / Kate Tsubata --Home schooling may hide parental instability or abuse / Froma Harrop -- Home schooling is vital to America / Samuel L. Blumenthal -- Home-schooled children may fail to learn America's cultural heritage / Martha de Acosta -- Cooperation between public schools and home-schooling parents is needed / Michael H. Romanowski -- Self-directed learning prepares children for adulthood / Kate Tsubata -- Home-schooled children excel in college / Christopher J. Klicka.
Homeland Security
James D. Torr, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 122pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .H66 2004
In November 2002 President Bush signed into law legislation creating the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which consolidates dozens of federal agencies, such as the Coast Guard and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, into a new, cabinet-level agency charged with preventing terrorist attacks within the United States. The authors in this anthology debate which measures--from arming airline pilots to issuing national ID cards--should be employed in order to help the DHS accomplish its mission.
How Can Domestic Violence Be Prevented?
Lisa Yount, ed. Detroit : Greenhaven Press / Thomson Gale, 2006, 110pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6626.2 .H69 2006
Many experts on domestic violence agree that emphasis should shift from punishing batterers to keeping the abuse from reoccurring -- or, better still, keeping it from ever starting. Ideas about the best way to prevent domestic violence, however, vary widely.
How Can Gun Violence Be Reduced?
Laura K. Egendorf, editor. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2002. 112pp
Main Library Stacks HV7436 .H69 2002
Many Americans fear they will become the victims of gun violence. In this anthology, the contributors evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of several approaches to reducing gun violence. Among the topics considered are the Brady Bill, personalized weapons, and the overall impact of gun control. Contents: Gun control will reduce gun violence / C. Emory Burton -- Gun control will not reduce gun violence / Phyllis Schlafly -- Gun control poses a threat to self-defense / Robert J. Cottrol -- Compromising on gun control can reduce gun violence / Gary Rosen -- Concealed-carry laws reduce violent crime / John R. Lott, Jr. -- Concealed-carry laws do not save lives / Daniel Webster and Jens Ludwig -- Personalized guns can reduce gun violence / Stephen P. Teret ... [et al.] -- Personalized guns are an ineffective solution to gun violence / Violence Policy Center -- Lawsuits against the gun industry can reduce violence / Brian J. Siebel -- Lawsuits against the gun industry violate the Second Amendment / Bob Barr -- The Brady Law has led to a drop in violent crime / Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence -- The Brady Law does not reduce violent crime / James Bovard -- Targeting illegal firearms trafficking can help reduce gun violence / Bureau of Justice Assistance -- Enforcing current gun laws will reduce gun violence / Benjamin Kepple.
How Can School Violence Be Prevented
Scott Barbour, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks LB3013.32 .H69 2005
A string of school shootings in the United States has led educators, parents, and policy makers to seek ways to prevent such acts of violence. In this engaging anthology, authors debate the usefulness of anti-bullying programs, increased security measures, gun control, and other measures designed to keep schools safe.
How Can the Poor Be Helped/
Geoff Griffin, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks HC79.P6 H678 2006
Most people agree that we should try to help the poor in America and throughout the world, but there is disagreement as to the most effective way to do this. Do living-wage laws help the poor or lead to unemployment? Do government programs help the poor or would market solutions work better? Does U.S. foreign aid help the third world or help corrupt governments to stay in power? These questions, along with new ways of viewing poverty, are addressed in this new title.
How Does Religion Influence Politics?
James D. Torr, ed. Detroit : Greenhaven Press / Thomson Gale, 2006. 111pp.
Main Library Stacks BR115 .P7 H595 2006
One of the biggest divisions in American politics is between religious and secular voters. Viewpoints in this anthology offer a range of opinions on the role of religion in politics, and how religious views shape specific issues such as same-sex marriage and stem cell research. At Issue Social Issues series.
How Should America's Wilderness Be Managed?
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 123pp.
Main Library Stacks QH76 .H69 2005
There are many divergent opinions over the stewardship of America's wilderness. How Should the Wilderness Be Managed? explores land use issues from many points of view including those of loggers, environmentalists, oil geologists, backpackers, snowmobile riders, and others.
How Should One Cope with Death?
Elaine Minamide, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks BD444 .H69 2005
Though the mortality rate among human beings remains steady at 100%, death is still something that takes most people by surprise. Exploring the various issues related to death, dying, and bereavement is the focus of this collection of essays.
How Should Prison Treat Inmates
Kristen Bailey. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks HV9471 .H68 2005
One of the most controversial issues surrounding prisons is how their inmates should be treated. The viewpoints in this volume explore issues such as inmates' right to vote, privatization of prisons, the necessity of super maximum security, and the general question of how prisoners should be treated on a day-to-day basis.
2001 edition
How Should Society Address the Needs of the Elderly
Tamara Thompson, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks HV1461 .H693 2005
People live longer today than ever, and the elderly are the fastest growing age group in the country. At Issue: How Should Society Address the Needs of the Elderly? presents a wide range of viewpoints in the debate over what services elderly people need and who should pay for them.
How Should the United States Treat Prisoners in the War on Terror?
Lauri S. Friedman, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .H696 2005
The United States has detained hundreds of people in its attempt to subdue terrorism around the globe. But because the war on terror is an unconventional war, it is not always clear what rights these detainees have or how they should be treated. How Should the United States. Treat Prisoners in the War on Terror, explores the variety of perspectives regarding how the United States should deal with the prisoners in the war on terror.
How Should the United States Withdraw from Iraq?
Neal J. Pozner, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks DS79.76 .H69 2005
The United States has maintained a high military pressence in Iraq since invading to oust Saddam Hussein. Some experts believe the US should withdraw its military as soon as possible while others believe a continued presence in Iraq is vital to that nation's long-term success. This anthology explores US goals, strategy, and the impact of staying in Iraq.
How Should the World Respond to Natural Disasters
Rebecca K. O'Connor, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 138pp.
Main Library Stacks GB5030 .H69 2006
There are many aspects to responding to natural disasters and experts have differing ideas as to which aspect is the most important. Almost all experts however, agree that more must be done in all areas involving preparation and relief efforts in order to respond effectively.
Human Embryo Experimentation
Roman Espejo, ed. San Diego, Ca. : Greenhaven Press; Detroit : Thomson Gale, 2002. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks QP277 .H85 2002
The potential of embryonic stem cell research to provide treatments for many serious and debilitating diseases has renewed the debate regarding the moral status of the human embryo. Charles Krauthammer, the National Institutes of Health, and others discuss the ethics of human embryo experimentation.
Contents: Embryonic stem cell research is beneficial / National Institutes of Health -- Human embryo experimentation can be morally justifiable / Michael J. Meyer and Lawrence J. Nelson -- Early human embryos are not human beings / Helga Kuhse and Peter Singer -- Embryonic stem cell research should be federally funded / Lawrence S.B. Goldstein -- Cloning human embryos for therapeutic purposes should be allowed / Michael D. West -- Embryonic stem cell research is unethical / Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity -- The immediate benefits of embryonic stem cell research are exaggerated / Charles Krauthammer -- Early human embryos are human beings / Andrew Sullivan -- Cloning human embryos for therapeutic purposes should be banned / Mae-Wan Ho and Joe Cummins -- Frozen embryo adoption should be encouraged / JoAnn L. Davidson.
Hurricane Katrina
William Dudley, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 91pp.
Main Library Stacks HV551.4 G85 H36 2006
This timely anthology covers some of the important questions immediately raised by this natural catastrophe and how the United States responded, including the proper role of the federal government in disaster preparedness and relief, what role race played in the treatment and perception of hurricane victims, and how and whether to rebuild New Orleans.
Immigration Policy
Scott Barbour, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks JV6455.5 .I665 1995
Whether immigrants make America strong or threaten the national economy, whether refugees should be welcomed and how they should be defined, even whether children born on American soil should be considered American citizens are all questions that provoke discussion on this controversial topic.
Indian Gaming
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 110pp.
Main Library Stacks E98.G18 I529 2006
In 2004, Indian casinos nationwide made a total of $5 billion profit while generating a host of disputes between gaming operators, citizens, and government officials. Indian Gaming offers an objective look at Indian casinos with articles on both sides of the issues concerning sovereignty, property rights, gambling profits and more.
Indian Reservation System
Terry O'Neill, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2002. 142pp.
Special Collections E93 .I3827 2002
Interracial America
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2001. 223pp.
Main Library Stacks E184.A1 I595 2001
Table of contents: Should America's racial differences be emphasized? -- Will immigration lead to an interracial crisis? -- How has affirmative action affected race relations? -- How should society view interracial families?
Interracial Relationships
David M. Haugen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 98pp.
2006 edition on order 11/07/06
In 1967, the Supreme Court struck down the last of the nation’s laws against interracial marriage. Though the number of interracial marriages has risen significantly, those involved in interracial romances still find themselves facing considerable predjudices.
At Issue Social Issues
2000 edition
Is Air Pollution A Serious Threat to Health?
Andrea C. Nakaya, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 94pp.
Main Library Stacks RA576.I686 I8 2005
In 2003, the George W. Bush administration proposed controversial changes to the Clean Air Act, provoking heated debate on the best way to protect both human health and the economy. The authors in this anthology debate whether air pollution seriously threatens human health, and how it should be regulated.
Is America Helping Afghanistan?
Jann Einfield, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 127pp.
Main Library Stacks E183.8.A3 I8 2005
According to scholars and commentators, Afghanistan is a proving ground for U.S. credibility with the Islamic world. In this anthology politicians and poets, warlords and women's rights activists voice their opinions on America's motives, strategy, and impact in the war-weary central Asian nation. At Issue Social Issues series.
Is American Culture in Decline?
Auriana Ojeda, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 111pp.
Main Library Stacks HN90.M6 I83 2005
Authors in this anthology discuss issues that relate to America's moral fiber. Topics include popular culture, the family, marriage and homosexuality.
Is American Society Too Materialistic?
Ronnie D. Lankford, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 143pp.
Main Library Stacks HC110.C6 I79 2006
Debates over materialism have occupied Americans since the nation's founding. Today, Americans contemplate the effects of consumption on their children, the environment, and the mental and physical health of the individual and society. This volume offers a series of articles documenting all sides of the current debate over materialism.
Is Factory Farming Harming America?
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 149pp.
On order 11/07/06
Debates the necessity for, or benefits of, and problems associated with factory farming in the United States.
At Issue Social Issues
Is Global Warming a Threat?
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks QC981.8.G56 I78 2003
While scientists and environmentalists agree that global warming is occurring, some researchers dispute the claim that it will cause catastrophic climate change. Contributors debate whether recent global warming is driven by human industrial activities and whether rising temperatures threaten the world's environment, economy, and health.
Is Gun Ownership a Right?
Kelly Doyle, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 127pp.
Gast Business Library KF3941.Z9 I82 2005
The right to own a gun has been a hotly debated issue on all levels of society. Most of the debate revolves around conflicting interpretations of the Second Amendment of the U. S. Constitution. Many legal experts and historians believe that the Second Amendment guarantees the individual citizen the right to own a gun. Others believe that the Second Amendment refers only to militias, or to those who are part of the standing army in defense of our nation. Drawing from current material from a variety of sources, this volume debates the issue of gun rights in America.
Is Iran a Threat to Global Security
Julia Bauder, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 114pp.
Main Library Stacks UA853.I7 I75 2006
Table of contents : Iran is a major threat to global security / Michael A. Ledeen -- Iran is not a major threat to global security / Ray Takeyh -- Iran's nuclear program is a serious threat to Israel / Charles Krauthammer -- Iran's nuclear program is not a threat to Israel / Carl Coon -- Israel is a threat to the Islamic world / Mahmoud Ahmadinejad -- Iran is interfering with efforts to build a stable Iraq / Peter Brookes -- Iran's interventions in Iraq have been more helpful than harmful / Kenneth M. Pollack -- Diplomacy is the best option for American-Iranian relations / Stephen Kinzer -- Diplomacy is not an effective option for dealing with Iran / Reuel Marc Gerecht -- Military force is the best option for dealing with Iran / Thomas Holsinger -- Covert action could be used to deal with the Iranian nuclear threat / Terrence Henry -- Encouraging an internal revolution is a viable option for dealing with Iran / Ilan Berman.
At Issue International Relations.
Is Islam a Religion of War or Peace
Jann Einfield, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks BP161.3 .I7 2005
Islam is the world's second largest and fastest growing religion. In this anthology, prominent Muslims, Christians, Jews, and atheists debate topics like whether the Muslim faith promotes aggressive war and encourages violence towards women; and whether Islam will be the prime source of global conflict in the 21st century.
Is It Unpatriotic to Criticize One's Country?
Mary E. Williams, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 77pp.
Main Library Stacks JK1759 .I85 2005 ; temporarily on reserve for class
After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, America experienced a resurgence of patriotism. Many U.S. citizens, however, have challenged their government's response to terrorism, questioning whether new national security measures and military strikes are appropriate and legitimate actions. Contributors debate whether such dissent and critical dialogue undermine patriotism.
Is Media Violence a Problem?
David M. Haugen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI . : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 114pp.
On order 12/04/06
Authors debate whether the level of violence in popular television shows, movies, music, and video games is cause for concern among parents and lawmakers. At Issue - Mass Media.
2002 edition
Is Military Action Justified Against Nations That Support Terrorism?
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6432 .I672 2003
Perhaps the most controversial issue surrounding terrorism is how governments should respond to it. The viewpoints in this volume discuss the United States' military intervention in Afghanistan, the Bush administration's case against Iraq, and the broader ethical issues involved in using military force to deter terrorism.
Is North Korea a Global Threat
Debra A. Miller, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 127pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6433.K7 I577 2005
North Korea's admission in 2003 that it is again developing nuclear weapons, after promising to end its nuclear program in 1994, increased international tensions and fears of nuclear proliferation. This anthology explores various viewpoints on whether North Korea truly must be considered a global threat.
Is Poverty a Serious Threat
Mercedes Munoz, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 117pp.
Main Library Stacks HC110.P6 I8 2006
In both the United States and throughout the world, income inequality persists. The authors in this anthology debate the extent of domestic and global poverty and how best to define poverty. At Issue Social Issues series.
Is Racism a Serious Problem
Jeff Plunkett, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 126pp.
Main Library Stacks E184.A1 I174 2005
Few people deny that America has a shameful history of racism, but there is widespread disagreement about how much our society has changed since the civil rights era. By looking at both sides of controversial issues like immigration, environmental justice, and racial profiling, this anthology examines the current state of race relations in America and abroad.
Is the American Dream a Myth
Kate Burns, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2006. 100pp. Main Library Stacks HN59.2 .I79 2006
Table of contents: The American dream still exists / Matthew Warshauer -- The American dream does not exist/ Lorie A. Johnson -- Today's economy is killing the American dream / Robert D. Atkinson -- The American dream is possible in today's economy / Barack Obama -- Affirmative action ensures equal access to the American dream / Philip M. Deutsch -- Affirmative action goes against the spirit of the American dream / Fritz Vaughn -- The dream of home ownership is still possible / Alphonso Jackson -- The dream of home ownership is unattainable for many Americans / Barbara J. Lipman -- Immigration keeps the American dream alive / Rupert Murdoch -- Immigration destroys the American dream / John C. Vinson -- Immigrants face barriers in realizing the American dream / Patricia Maldonado ... [et al.]
At Issue Social Issues
Is the Death Penalty Fair?
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks HV8694 .I83 2003
The question of whether death sentences are handed out fairly and whether the criminal justice system should introduce significant reforms to prevent the execution of innocents has provoked heated debate. Contributers examine claims that the death penalty results in wrongful executions and discriminates against minorities, the poor, and the mentally retarded.
Is the Gap Between the Rich and Poor Growing
Robert Sims, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks HC110.I5 I8 2006
Is the Gap Between the Rich and the Poor Growing? is an exploration of the issues surrounding inequality in the United States. The book addresses whether inequality is increasing, the reasons why a wealth gap exists, the consequences of growing inequality, and what should be done to rectify economic disparity.
Is the Mafia Still a Force in America
David M. Haugen, ed. Farmington Hills : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6446 .I7 2006
Though stories of the Mafia's allure and power still pervade television and film, the criminal organization has shrunk considerably since the 1980s under a barrage of arrests and federal prosecutions. This anthology examines whether the Mafia is still a potent criminal force in America.
Is the Political Divide Harming America?
Julia Bauder, ed. Farmington Hills : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 87pp.
Main Library Stacks HN90.P57 I8 2006
The acrimony surrounding the 2000 and 2004 presidential elections has caused many observers to worry about the health of the American civic system. Some pundits believe that the American public is splitting into relentlessly hostile "red" and "blue" camps, while others argue that the divide is exaggerated. This anthology debates the extent, roots, and effects of the political divide.
Is the World Heading Toward an Energy Crisis?
Daniel A. Leone, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks HD9560.5 .I75 2006
Modern nations depend upon a steady supply of affordable energy-mainly supplied by fossil fuels-to run factories, power vehicles, and illuminate buildings. If fossil fuels suddenly run out, economies across the globe could grind to a halt, and battles over remaining energy stores would ensue. Authors in this volume debate how much oil, coal, and natural gas are left, and examine what policies should be pursued to head off an energy crisis.
Is There Life After Death?
Rebecca K. O'Connor. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 106pp.
Main Library Stacks BL535 .I8 2004
Although most religions believe there is life after death, no one has been able to prove this point of view. Believers describe near-death experiences and visits from the dead, while skeptics point to scientific explanations and hoaxes. Authors in this anthology present both sides of the argument about the afterlife.
Is Torture Ever Justified?
Tom Head, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 92pp.
Main Library Stacks HV8593 .I75 2005
In the wake of the September 11, 2001 attacks, many have suggested that torture may be an acceptable weapon in the war on terror. Articles in this anthology address the question of whether torturing other human beings can ever be justified. Topics include the definition of torture, the use of torture warrants, and the Abu Ghraib prison scandal.
At Issue International
Islam in America
Laura K. Egendorf, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks BP67.U6 I87 2006
Muslims have lived in the United States for more than a century. In the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and American foreign policy, a better understanding of Islam in America is needed. The contributors to this book analyze various issues concerning American Muslims, such as their political views and the prejudice they experience.
Islamic Fundamentalism
Auriana Ojeda, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks BP163 .I776 2003
Recent incidents of terrorism have elicited controversy over whether Islamic fundamentalism contributes to violence. Authors in this anthology discuss the difference between Islam and Islamic fundamentalism and how they relate to the West. Contents: The difference between Islam and Islamic fundamentalism / Daniel Pipes -- Islam is compatible with democracy / Geneive Abdo -- Fundamentalist Islam is not compatible with democracy / Ausaf Ali -- Islamist misogyny has its roots in Islam / Ibn Warraq -- Islamist misogyny does not have its roots in Islam / Teresa Watanabe -- Islamic fundamentalism is a threat to the United States / Daniel Pipes -- Islam is not a threat to the west / Andrew T. Sullivan -- Islamic fundamentalist schools foster terrorism / Tashbih Sayyed -- Islamist terrorism does not reflect Islam / Margot Patterson -- Fundamentalism exists across all religions / America -- Islamic fundamentalism is being shaped by the west / John O'Sullivan.
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
John Boaz, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 77pp.
Main Library Stacks DS119.7 .I82685 2005
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has raged for decades and, in a post-September 11, 2001 world, continues to be a deeply divisive issue between Arabs and the West. Israelis contend that their military incursions into disputed territories are a reaction to Palestinian terror, while the Palestinians maintain that suicide bombings are a response to Israel's disproportionate colonial power. This book debates the latest causes of this violent, destructive cycle and the actions proposed to achieve peace between Israel and Palestine.
Japanese American Internment Camps
Legalizing Drugs
Managing America's Forests
Marijuana
Media and Politics
Media Bias
Militia Movement
Missile Defense
Nuclear and Toxic Waste
Nuclear Security
Organ Transplants
Pandemics
The Peace Movement
Performance-Enhancing Drugs
Physician-Assisted Suicide
Police Corruption
Policing the Police
Prescription Drugs
Protecting America's Borders
Racial Profiling
Rain Forests
Rape on Campus
Reality TV
Religion and Education
Reparations for American Slavery
Reproductive Technology
Responding to the AIDS Epidemic
Satanism
School Shootings
Sex Education
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Should Abortion Rights be Restricted?
Should Juveniles Be Tried As Adults
Should There Be Limits to Free Speech?
Single-Parent Families
Smoking
Space Exploration
Spread of Aids
Steroids
Teen Sex
Teen Smoking
Teen Suicide
Treating the Mentally Ill
UFOs
United Nations
U.S. Policy Toward China
U.S. Policy Toward Rogue Nations
Vaccinations
Video Games
Violent Children
Voting Behavior
Welfare Reform
What Are the Most Serious Threats to National Security?
What Causes Addiction
What Encourages Gang Behavior?
What Energy Sources Should Be Pursued?
What is a Hate Crime?
What is Sexual Harassment?
What is the State of Human Rights?
What Motivates Suicide Bombers
What Rights Should Illegal Immigrants Have
White Supremacy Groups
William Dudley, book editor. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2002. 144pp.
Special Collections American Radicalism Collection D769.8.A6 J3625 2002
At Issue in History series.
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 80pp.
Business Library KF8972 .J878 1997
Contents: The jury system : an overview -- Trial by jury should be abolished -- The jury system should be retained -- The majority verdict should be adopted -- The unanimous verdict should be retained -- Peremptory challenges should be abolished -- Peremptory challenges should be retained -- Juries should be informed of their right to nullify the law -- Jury nullification should not be allowed -- Selected racially based nullification can create justice -- Racially based jury nullification is not just.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5825 .L4394 2006
As the government spends over $21 billion a year to rid the nation of drugs, pro-legalization forces argue that the war on drugs is a mistake. Legalizing Drugs explores mandatory minimum sentencing, public safety, medical marijuana, and the hazards of legalization with articles presenting opinions on both side of the issue.
2001 edition
1996 edition
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks SD143 .M336 2005
The Forest Service has a conflicting mandate to manage America's forests for logging, mining and drilling, camping, hunting and fishing, wilderness value, fire prevention and others uses. Managing America's Forests explores a broad range of forest management issues with opinions from environmentalists, off-road vehicle enthusiasts, politicians, forest rangers and others.
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 2nd edition.
Main Library Stacks HV5822.M3 M2673 2003
Those who advocate the legalization of marijuana argue that its dangers have been exaggerated, while supporters of marijuana's continued prohibition contend that the drug is easily abused and can lead to numerous physical and psychological harms. Contributors debate whether marijuana use is harmful or benign and whether the drug should be legalized for medicinal purposes.
1999 edition
Paul A. Winters, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1996. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks P95.82.U6 M45 1996
One role of the media is to provide the public with the facts it needs to make informed decisions. But media messages are often influenced by the agendas of journalists, politicians, and interest groups.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks PN4888.O25 M43 2004
A contentious debate has been raging over the issue of media bias. While many believe that the media has a liberal slant, others say the media is biased towards conservative or corporate interests. Media Bias covers all sides of this dispute with experts opinions from across the political spectrum.
Charles P. Cozic. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HN90.R3 M43 1997
Across the United States, private citizens have formed paramilitary organizations known as militias. Detractors claim that militias are racist, anti-Semitic, extremist, and violent. Supporters maintain that most militias are peaceful groups of citizens.
William Dudley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks UG743 .M577 2003
Also listed under Opposing Viewpoints.
The United States has increased its funding and efforts to create a technological defense against missile attacks, despite warnings by some observers that this could lead to a new arms race. This anthology features a spectrum of opinions on the technological feasibility and geopolitical ramifications of the proposed system.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 106pp.
Main Library Stacks TD1040 .N83 2005
The United States produces more than 10 billion pounds of toxic waste every year while millions of pounds of highly radioactive nuclear byproducts are stored at sites throughout the country. Articles in Nuclear and Toxic Waste put these issues in the spotlight with opinions and solutions offered by scientists, researchers, environmentalists, and government officials.
2001 edition
Helen Cothran. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2001. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks U264 .N81624 2001
Nuclear security is increasingly imperiled as more nations acquire the technology to develop nuclear weapons. The authors in this anthology consider which nations pose the biggest threat to
nuclear security and whether or not international efforts can stop nuclear proliferation. Contents: Nuclear security : an overview -- The United States must meet its nuclear
arms control obligations -- Nuclear disarmament would threaten the security of the United States -- The United States should ratify the comprehensive nuclear test ban treaty -- A ban on nuclear testing would weaken the U.S. defense system -- The United States should deploy an effective nuclear missile defense system -- Deployment of a national missile defense system threatens nuclear security -- Rogue nations and terrorist groups threaten nuclear security -- China is a threat to nuclear security -- India and Pakistan threaten nuclear security -- U.S. allies in the Mideast threaten nuclear security -- The United States is a threat to nuclear security.
James D. Torr, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks RD120.7 .O737 2003
Organ transplants already raise difficult questions about how scarce organs should be allocated. Artificial organ technology promises to save more lives than ever, but it also raises concerns about whether artificial organs are safe, who will have access to these expensive devices, and whether they might have a dehumanizing effect on recipients.
David Haugen and Susan Musser. Detroit, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2007. 94pp.
On order 08/31/07
Nancy Harris, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks JZ5574 .P43 2005
The War on Terrorism and the 2003 U.S. war on Iraq have reinvigorated the antiwar movement in the United States and worldwide. While critics accuse them of being naive and even unpatriotic, activists insist they simply seek peaceful solutions to the word's conflicts. In this timely anthology, authors debate the values, tactics, and effectiveness of the resurgent movement for peace.
James Haley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks RC1230 .P475 2003
Authors debate whether the use of performance-enhancing drugs is a serious problem and discuss ways of addressing the use of such substances, including Olympic oversight and drug testing.
James H. Ondrey, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2006. 101pp.
On order 09/25/06
One of the most fiercely debated issues in America today is whether or not to legalize physician-assisted suicide. Proponents argue that competent, terminally ill patients should have the right to end their lives when they choose. Opponents contend that legalization of this practice would lead to abuses. This anthology captures the passions and pathos of this multifaceted debate. At Issue Health.
1998 edition
2002 edition
Tamara L. Roleff, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 128pp.
Main Library Stacks HV7936.C85 P65 2003
The questionable activities of police have come under increased scrutiny in recent years. In this engaging anthology, police officers and commentators discuss police ethics and integrity, what factors contribute to police corruption, and whether corruption is rampant in the ranks.
Paul A. Winters. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 92pp.
Main Library Stacks HV7936.P8 P615 1995
Contents: The history of police reform : an overview -- Brutality in the Los Angeles Police Department -- Corruption in the New York City Police Department -- Community-oriented policing would prevent police brutality -- Civilian oversight is necessary to prevent police brutality -- A police corps will reduce crime rates and improve police-community relations -- Police brutality is not a widespread problem.
Christine Watkins, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 107pp.
Main Library Stacks RM301.15 .P734 2006
While most Americans believe that prescription drugs play a valuable role in their health, they express concern about prescription drug safety, high costs, and abuse. The authors in At Issue: Prescription Drugs examine these concerns and many other topics of debate regarding the use of pharmaceuticals.
Douglass Stinson, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 94pp.
Main Library Stacks JV6483 .P76 2005
After the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, most American have become acutely aware of their increased vulnerability to attacks. Of particular concern are the nation's borders, crossed by hundreds of thousands of people each year. In this anthology authors debate whether or not the borders are safe, and explore ways to improve border security.
Kris Hirschmann, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 115pp. Main Library Stacks HV7936.R3 R325 2006
At Issue Civil Liberties.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 3rdd edition, 123pp.
Main Library Stacks QH541.5.R27 R355 2006
Rain forests take up about 6 percent of the Earth's land mass, but their importance to the environment transcends their geographical boundaries. This anthology presents articles by experts who offer a variety of opinions about preserving rain forests, utilizing their riches, and providing for the countries in which they exist. At Issue Environment series.
Main Library Stacks SD411 .R33 2002
1998 edition : Main Library Stacks SD411 .R34 1998
Bruno Leone. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 120pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6561 .R4 1995
Judging from the statistics, the incidence of rape on college campuses has risen — but what has really changed? Are more students being raped, are more students reporting rapes, or has the definition of rape become so broad that more incidents are being red-flagged? Contents: Antioch College : a sexual consent policy -- Response to critics of Antioch's sexual consent policy -- Positive view of the Antioch plan -- Negative view of the Antioch plan -- Alternative plan to control campus rape -- Sexual politics on campus : a case study -- Radical feminist view of rape -- Critique of "rape-crisis" feminists -- Alternative view of rape -- Student-professor sexual relations : a forum discussion -- College professors should not have sexual relations with students -- Rape should be a civil rights offense -- Rape should not be a civil rights offense.
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 75pp.
Main Library Stacks PN1992.8.R43 R44 2004
America's major networks are flooding the airwaves with reality TV. Programs such as Joe Millionaire, The Bachelorette, and Survivor have taken over prime time viewing. In this timely anthology, authors explore the complex issues surrounding this new entertainment genre.
Tom Head, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2005. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks LC111 .R39 2005
The U.S. public education system faces the challenging goal of providing a wholly secular educational experience to one of the most diverse religious populations on Earth. This volume will examine controversies dealing with religion and education, including school prayer, the teaching of creationism in science classes, vouchers/school choice, and the "under God" language contained in the Pledge of Allegiance.
James Haley, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks E185.89.R45 R47 2004
As the movement for slavery reparations gains momentum, Americans of all races may soon have to confront this complex, controversial issue. This anthology contains a diverse array of opinions from leading proponents and critics engaged in the slavery reparation debate.
Cindy Mur, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 90pp.
Main Library Stacks RG133.5 .R458 2005
Since the birth of Louise Brown in 1978 -- the first "test tube" baby -- advances in reproductive technology have occurred faster than their regulation. Should parents be able to choose their child's sex? Should human cloning be banned? This anthology explores the ethical considerations of this rapidly growing field.
Daniel A. Leone, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 92pp.
Main Library Stacks RA643.8 .R47 2006
AIDS has already claimed over twenty million lives and it is estimated that nearly forty million more people are infected. Since its discovery in the early 80s, the disease has spread across the globe. It has been particularly devastating in Africa, where over twenty four million live with AIDS. This anthology explores how the world should respond to this growing world epidemic, covering topics such as the role of the United States, prevention methods, AIDS drug distribution in the developing world, and vaccine progress.
Allen Gaborro, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, c2006. 91pp.
On order 12/04/06
Authors examine whether Satanism is a dangerous new cult to be feared or whether a few publicized event have been exaggerated out of proportion to their seriousness and extent.
Contents: Satanism threatens youth / Elizabeth Karlsberg -- Satanists worship evil and power / James Randall Noblitt and Pamela Sue Perskin -- Satanic ritual abuse is a serious problem / Gordan A. Magill -- Church of Satan's advice to youth / Church of Satan -- Anti-satanism is bigotry / Michael J. Mazza -- The extent of satanic crime is exaggerated / Jeffrey S. Victor -- Claims of satanic ritual abuse are unsubstantiated / Sharma Oliver -- Teen satanists are rebelling against the dominant culture / Kathleen S. Lowney -- Social and cultural forces were partially responsible for satanic panic / Susan P. Robbins.
2002 edition
Susan Hunnicutt, editor. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press; Thomson Gale, 2006. 102pp.
Main Library Stacks LB3013.32 .S347 2006
Since the late 1990s a series of lethal, multiple-victim school shooting incidents have shocked the nation. Do these tragic events constitute an epidemic, or has media coverage distorted the magnitude of the problem? This anthology explores various explanations for rampage school shootings, and examines ways communities have responded.
2002 edition : Main Library Stacks LB3013.3 .S36 2002
Kristen Bailey, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 110pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ57.5.A3 S47 2005
Most Americans agree that today's teenagers need some kind of sexuality education. But how the subject should be taught is a matter that can cause heated disagreements. This anthology debates the views of those adults who think students should be taught that abstinence is the only option where sex is concerned as well as those who think teenagers need to be taught a more comprehensive sex education curriculum.
1999 edition : Main Library Stacks HQ56 .S376 1999
William Dudley. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1999. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks RA644.A25 S399 1999
The prevalence and prevention of AIDS, herpes, and other sexually transmitted diseases is the focus of this informative collection. Contents: The United States must confront its epidemic of sexually transmitted diseases -- Safer sex practices can be satisfying and prevent sexually transmitted infections -- "Safe" alternatives to intercourse may spread sexually transmitted diseases -- Abstinence education can prevent sexually transmitted diseases -- Abstinence-only sex edcation is not effective in preventing sexually transmitted diseases -- Teenagers should be taught about and provided with condoms -- Condoms do not protect teenagers from sexually transmitted diseases -- Bias and discrimination against women impede efforts to prevent sexually transmitted diseases -- Concerns about civil rights have hobbled efforts to control AIDS -- Civil rights must be protected in the fight against AIDS -- Gay sexual promiscuity contributed to the AIDS epidemic -- Gay men can have safe sex and avoid AIDS.
Auriana Ojeda, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ767.15 .S498 2003
In this anthology, authors debate whether abortion rights should be upheld. Issues discussed include the Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade, late-term abortion procedures, and parental-involvement laws for minors, among many others.
Judy Layzell, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 107pp.
Gast Business Library KF9812 .S54 2005
When youths under eighteen commit violent and certain other crimes, in most states they may be referred to the adult court system. In this collection writers examine moral, legal, developmental and social issues that help answer the question, should juveniles be tried as adults?
Laura K. Egendorf, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2002. 95pp.
Gast Business Library KF4772.Z9 S54 2003
For more than two centuries, Americans have considered whether limits to free speech violate the First Amendment. The authors in this book debate free speech issues such as internet filters, flag burning, college speech codes, and wartime media.
Karin L. Swisher. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ759.915 .S5 1997
The number of single-parent families—mostly headed by women — has risen rapidly. Some studies indicate that fatherless children are particularly susceptible to problems such as drug abuse, crime, and teenage pregnancy.
Mary E. Williams. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2000. 2nd edition, 96pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5760 .S665 2000
In this all-new anthology, which replaces Greenhaven's 1995 edition, authors debate the health effects of smoking as well as the responses of lawmakers, industry supporters, and consumer advocates to the manufacturing and consumption of cigarettes. Contents: The Surgeons General and smoking: an overview -- Smoking is harmful -- The harmful effects of smoking are overstated -- Nicotine is an addictive substance -- Smokers are not necessarily addicted to nicotine -- Secondhand smoke endangers human health -- The dangers of secondhand smoke are negligible -- The tobacco industry markets its products to youths -- Tobacco advertising encourages people to smoke -- Tobacco advertising should not be banned -- The United States needs a comprehensive tobacco control policy -- Compromise between the government and the tobacco industry would benefit public health.
Daniel A. Leone, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2005. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks TL789.8.U5 S575 2005
It has been over thirty years since man walked on the Moon. In that time, manned space exploration has been contained to orbits around the Earth. Now NASA has a new and bold space initiative that includes plans for manned missions to Mars and beyond. This anthology explores this controversial initiative as well as other issues such as weapons in space, privatizing space ventures, and protecting Earth from asteroids.
Daniel A. Leone. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks RA644.A25 S677 1997
This anthology explores the benefits and deficiencies of various educational strategies, health care programs, and political policies that are designed to reduce the spread of AIDS.
Laura K. Egendorf, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2006. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks RC1230 .S73 2006
Performance-enhancing drugs have cast a cloud over many of the world's most popular sports, from baseball to swimming to track and field. The contributors to this anthology examine why some athletes use drugs and how sports and society can respond to the problem.
Christine watkins, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2005. 124pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ27 .T387 2005
Teenagers are having sex at younger and younger ages, putting them at risk for HIV, sexually transmitted diseases, and unwanted pregnancies. How to safeguard them? Teen Sex explores the issues of sex education, parental involvement, gay and lesbian clubs, television's influence, dangers of the Internet, and most importantly, how teenagers themselves feel about sex.
2002 edition
Hayley Mitchell Haugen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5745 .T43 2004
An anthology of articles about teen smoking from health care advocates, educators, tobacco industry supporters, lawmakers, parents, and teens. In addition to the controversy surrounding tobacco advertising, topics covered include reasons why teens smoke and the best ways to get them to stop or avoid starting.
John Woodward, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 90pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6546 .T414 2005
Everyone agrees that teen suicide profoundly impacts families, schools, and society, but debate still rages over what causes it and how to prevent it. In this anthology, authors explore the psychological, societal, and physiological forces that may lead teens to commit suicide, as well as the most effective strategies for preventing it.
2000 edition
2004 edition
Kyla Stinnett, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 108pp.
Main Library Stacks RC480.53 .T746 2004
Despite centuries of study and experimentation, scientists and health professionals have not found any perfect cures for mental disorders. In the twenty-first century the controversy over the best way to treat mental illnesses remains heated. In this collection, the authors debate the effectiveness and dangers of various kinds of treatment, including medication, psychotherapy, and electroshock.
Karin S. Coddon, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 2nd edition, 95pp.
Main Library Stacks TL789 .U218 2005
Sightings of UFOs--unidentified flying objects--have inspired numerous theories and speculation about their identity, including that UFOs are visitors from other planets or secret government projects. Skeptics argue that UFOs have far less exotic explanations. Contents: UFOs: an overview -- Extraterrestrial spacecraft are real -- Extraterrestrial spacecraft crashed at Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947 -- The U.S. government has suppressed information about UFOs -- Aliens are abducting humans -- The UFO phenomenon required responsible scientific research -- The existence of extraterrestrial spacecraft is unproven -- Most UFOs can readily explained as
natural or manmade pheonomena -- Extraterrestrial spacecraft did not crash in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947 -- Humans are not being abducted by aliens -- UFO sightings are products of the unconscious mind.
1999 edition
Karin L. Swisher. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks JX1977 .U4255 1997
Formed in 1945, the United Nations is perhaps best known for its peacekeeping missions, but it also addresses global issues such as population control, pollution, hunger, and economic development.
Charles P. Cozic. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1996. 96pp.
Main Library Stacks E183.8.C5 A7235 1996
China represents enormous opportunity for U.S. trade and investment. But good relations between the two nations continue to be strained by disagreements over such issues as human rights and copyrights.
James D. Torr, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 95pp.
Main Library Stacks JZ1480 .U15 2004
In his 2002 State of the Union address, President Bush described an "axis of evil" consisting of North Korea, Iran, and Iraq, as well as other nations that are hostile to the United States, may possess weapons of mass destruction, and either harbor or support terrorists. The authors in this volume discuss the diplomatic, economic, and military policies the United States should pursue in dealing with such nations.
Mary E. Williams, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 90pp.
Main Library Stacks RJ240 .V333 2003
Most health professionals believe that vaccinations and high immunizations rates are necessary to prevent disease epidemics. However, some people have questioned the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and have raised objections to mandatory immunization programs. Contributors discuss the controversy surrounding vaccine safety as well as the question of creating improved vaccines to combat potential bioterrorism.
Roman Espejo, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2003. 76pp.
Main Library Stacks GV1469.34.S52 V53 2003
Behind television, video games are the second most popular form of entertainment in the United States. The authors of this informative anthology examine the controversies surrounding video games, such as the effects of violent games on children and the accuracy of video game ratings.
Hayley Mitchell Haugen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2004. 2nd edition, 90pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ784.V55 V56 2004
Health care advocates, educators, parents, and social commentators all have their opinions about the causes and prevention of violence perpetrated by America's children. This volume includes their debates on violence in the schools, gangs, media violence, gun control, and more.
2000 edition
Paul A. Winters. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1996. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks JK1976 .V67 1996
Topics of debate include the importance of citizen participation in the democratic process, the role of public opinion polls and the media, and the significance of campaign politics. Contents: Americans are losing faith in democracy -- Faith in democratic society is not declining -- Making registration easier will increase voter turnout -- Easier registration will not significantly increase voter turnout -- Voting in America is limited to the economic elite --
Americans vote based on religious and cultural ties -- The dominent parties no longer represent the voters' interests -- Political contributions determine election outcomes.
Charles P. Cozic. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1997. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks HV95 .W4545 1997
Widespread dissatisfaction with the welfare system has led to calls for reforming welfare and other social services. In this collection, authors present and debate various proposals for welfare reform programs, including workfare, and, the establishment of orphanages.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press ; Thomson Gale, 2005. 126pp.
Main Library Stacks UA23 .W38 2005
The United States has been threatened by many enemies in recent history but since September 11, 2001, issues of national security are more significant then ever. This title examines the many security pressures facing the United States today from bioterrorism to "dirty" nuclear bombs and cyberterrorism.
Mercedes Munoz, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2005. 79pp.
Main Library Stacks HV5801 .W417 2005
There is no shortage today of opinions on what causes addiction. While some experts believe social factors contribute, others argue that the chemical properties of drugs are solely to blame. This anthology explores various theories on the causes of addiction.
San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 2002.
Main Library Stacks HV6437 .W48 2002
The number of gangs in the United States has increased dramatically in the past few decades. No longer confined to poor, inner-city areas, gangs are attracting youth from the affluent suburbs. The authors in this anthology examine the various factors that encourage teens to join gangs.
Stuart A. Kallen, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2005. 112pp.
Main Library Stacks TJ163.2 .W45 2005
Modern society's utilization of fossil fuels has provided humanity with great benefits and many unintended consequences. What Energy Sources Should Be Pursued? examines the good and the bad inherent in all power sources including oil, nuclear, solar, hydrogen fuel cells, windmills, and others.
Roman Espejo, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2002. 106pp.
Special Collections American Radicalism Collection HV6773.5 .W48 2002
Some lawmakers and activists promote expanding the current hate-crimes legislation to include crimes motivated by differences in sexual preference, gender, and disability. In this anthology, supporters and critics debate this and other issues surrounding the definition of crimes committed against minorities.
Karin Swisher. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, 1995. 91pp.
Main Library Stacks HQ1237 .W48 1995
Contents : Sexual harassment should be defined broadly -- The definition of sexual harassment applies to schools -- The "reasonable woman" definition of sexual harassment makes sense -- Businesses should clearly define sexual harassment -- Sexual harassment definitions apply to academia -- Legal definitions of sexual harassment must be broad -- Current legal definitions of sexual harassment are too broad -- Broad definitions of sexual harassment are harmful -- Broad definitions of sexual harassment may be counterproductive for businesses -- Current sexual harassment definitions are inappropriate for schools -- New definitions of sexual harassment should not apply to academia.
Tom Head, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press, 2006. 124pp.
Main Library Stacks JC599.U5 W43 2006
As democracy has spread in many regions of the world, oppression has only increased in others. Contemporary controversies surrounding the war on terror have brought differences of opinion on the issue of human rights into stark relief. Articles in this anthology address the efficacy of the United Nations, the effect of U.S. anti-terrorism policy on human rights, and the role of sweatshops in the global economy.
Lauri S. Friedman, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2005. 93pp.
Main Library Stacks HV6431 .W475 2005
Most people cannot fathom what motivates a person to become a suicide bomber. In recent years, suicide bombers have been both men and women who leave behind spouses and children. They have been wealthy and poor, free and oppressed, religious and non-religious. This At Issue explores the influence of religion, economics, politics, and technology on people who become willing to give their lives for terror.
Lori Newman, ed. Farmington Hills, MI : Greenhaven Press Thomson Gale, c2006. 90pp.
Gast Business Library KF4819 .W53 2006
At Issue Civil Liberties series
Auriana Ojeda, ed. San Diego, Calif. : Greenhaven Press, c2002. 80pp.
Main Library Stacks E184.A1 W3963 2003
White supremacy groups are changing the way they recruit new members and the way they operate. Racist websites, video games, and record labels are springing up to entice younger, more educated members. In addition, the organization of the movement is shifting from group meetings to individual activists. This anthology presents new trends in the white supremacy movement in America. Contents: White supremacy groups use terrorist attacks to recruit new members / Brad Knickerbocker -- White supremacy is a leaderless movement / Howard L. Bushart, John R. Craig, and Myra Barnes -- The Internet is changing the face of the white supremacist movement / Les Back -- Racist video games target youth on the Internet / Anti-Defamation League -- More women are joining the white supremacist movement / Jim Nesbitt -- White power music is an effective recruiting tool / Adam Cohen -- The making of a white supremacist / T.J. Leyden, interviewed by Intelligence report -- Lone wolf terrorists are more dangerous than organized white supremacist groups / Katherine Seligman -- White supremacy groups are expanding their international ties / David E. Kaplan, Lucian Kim, and Douglas Pasternak -- White nationalists must organize in order to protect European Americans / European-American Unity and Rights Organization -- The white race must be preserved / Bishop Alma White -- White people are the creators of all worthwhile culture and civilization / Matthew Hale