economic aspects

Contains a collection of alphabetically-organized entries about marijuana use in the United States and its impact on American society and popular culture. Highlights the health and physiological effects of marijuana use, and profiles famous people, organizations, and laws related to the history of marijuana. Includes a chronology, black-and-white photographs, and additional resources.

Commercial fishing is when people catch fish and seafood to sell to others. Both saltwater and freshwater fisheries are important to the U.S. fishing industry. Explore one of the key industries in the United States in Fisheries, one of the titles in the American Industries series.

This title examines the role race plays in people's economic well-being, delving into the historical institutions and laws that underpin today's system and exploring what governments and activists are doing to decrease disparities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"Most people agree that student-athletes work hard at both their sport and their studies, but opinions differ about whether they should be paid. Is playing a sport just like any other job, or is it an extracurricular activity? Do athletes deserve monetary compensation for putting their bodies on the line, or is a scholarship reward enough? These and other issues are explored through alternating viewpoints and fact boxes, and a list of resources gives readers a starting point for further research. By gaining a deeper understanding of both sides, young student-athletes can decide for themselves how they feel"--Provided by publisher.

"Covers the skyrocketing tuition fees for higher education, explaining just how expensive tuition is as well as what causes its increase and the risks it poses for Americans"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the controversies arising from the opportunities being created for energy resources in the Arctic, due to global warming.

Explores the profit models in news, and examines how money can influence reporting and public opinion.

This book explores controversial issues involving gambling including whether gambling is harmful to society, whether legalized gambling benefits states and communities, and whether government promotion of gambling is harmful.

"Since the inception of the United States, certain democratic principles have been inherent to the nation's political identity. Theoretically, this means that all citizens should receive equal representation and opportunity. However, income inequality has grown in recent years and shows no signs of slowing. Some argue that the wealthy are given unequal power over the government and society as a whole, creating an oligarchy. The viewpoints in this volume examine the development of the country from political, social, and economic perspectives to determine whether the country can still be considered a democracy"--.

Discusses a number of food-related problems, including how food insecure nations from Africa export much of its produce to the West and the carbon footprints of live stock producers.