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"This book explores the issue of whether the government should pay reparations for slavery. It examines what those reparations might look like, and how they might change the lives of eligible Black Americans" -- Back cover.

Presents secret recipes from the most popular chain restaurants, including Applebee's, Benihana, Bennigan's, Chi-Chi's, Denny's, Hard Rock Cafe, and Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon.

Provides descriptions of 250 of the hottest federal careers in law enforcement, each with information on qualifications, salary levels, and training, as well as contact addresses, phone numbers, and Websites.

Explores the various ways that presidents have led America into war since the mid-1960s, and examines how they were able to justify and retain public support for war.

One hundred and fifty ordinary citizens, politicians, and celebrities present short essays on what it means to be an American in light of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; includes such figures as George Bush, Lisa Beamer, Maya Angelou, and William Shatner.