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An exploration of controversies related to gun control that discusses the origins of the gun control controversy; provides varying perspectives on how gun control affects crime rates, the role mental illness plays in gun violence, whether assault weapons should be banned, and would arming more people make America safer.

Explores the controversy surrounding whether or not the drinking age in the United States should be lowered, addressing arguments both for and against the issue.

Discusses issues relating to the Federal Communications Commission's 1975 ban on joint ownership of multiple forms of media.

Presents an overview of gun-related issues, a chronology, an annotated bibliography, a glossary, and a guide to organizations and agencies, as well as several appendices on gun laws, polls, and court cases.

A fascinating and comprehensive guide that provides students and general readers with the resources necessary to define, understand, and research issues related to legalized gambling. Includes an annotated bibliography, glossary, chronology, an introduction to the topic, appendixes with excerpts and a graph, and an index.

Presents differing opinions on the war on terror, the increased power of law enforcement in the investigation of terrorism, and increased national security following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

Presents divergent viewpoints on whether or not the internet should be monitored.

Provides divergent views on the issue of union and labor laws in the United States.

" This book explores the heated debate currently raging over the benefits to society of legalizing marijuana" -- Back cover.

Provides a legal reference for businesses and people who use social media, covering such topics as copyright, Twitter handle ownership, defamatory language, and governmental regulations.