"According to the American Library Association (ALA), there were more attempts to ban books in 2021 than at any time since the group began tracking three decades earlier. The latest, unprecedented wave of book banning is driven mainly by conservative parents and politicians, who are also behind extreme new censorship laws in many states that restrict what teachers and students can read and discuss in the classroom. Free speech defenders say the laws are a threat to intellectual freedom--and democracy itself"--.
"US democracy is experiencing unprecedented challenges. 'Clash of powers: the president versus congress' examines function and disfunction in the relationship between these two essential branches of government"--Provided by publisher.
Provides an overview of public art, examining its history, characteristics, and influences as well as pioneers of the movement. Includes a glossary, color photographs, and sources of more information.
Presents a comprehensive study on the use of illegal drugs in America, the success or failure of the war on drugs, and the possible legalization of drugs like marijuana.
Explores the issues related to obesity in America, looking at the reasons for the problem, eating habits and lifestyles of Americans, the role of the food industry, and changing attitudes about food.
Explores the topic of learning disabilities, describing different types of learning disabilities, how they can affect schoolwork, and what living and coping with learning disabilities is like.
