Contemporary world issues

An examination of the religious right and its role in American life, looking at the influence of religion on legislation and society, and exploring the alignment of the religious right and the political right.

A study of militias in America, providing an overview of the development of the movements since the American Revolution, a chronology covering militias in early America and since World War II, biographical sketches of people prominent among modern militias, documents defining the thoughts and actions of the groups, and reference resources.

Studies hate crimes and features a historical survey of some of the main targets of hate crimes, a chronology of some of the worst hate crimes, and biographical information about the individuals who work to stop racism and prejudice.

Examines the world energy crisis, providing background information; discussing related problems, controversies, and solutions; and including data and documents.

Examines online privacy, describes the problems, controversies, and solutions in the digital age, and discusses the worldwide perspective and includes a chronology, biographical sketches, directory of organizations, data and documents, and resources.