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Artificial intelligence and the future of humanity

Contains a collection of essays examining the debate over artificial intelligence and its effects on humans, the workplace, and the future of society, and highlights the debate over the regulation of artificial intelligence. Includes additional resources.

Deporting immigrants

A collection of articles that provides varying perspectives on issues related to the deportation of immigrants from the United States.

The border wall with Mexico

A collection of twenty-five essays that provides varying perspectives on issues regarding border security at the Mexican-American border region.

America's mental health crisis

"Approximately one in five adults in the United States experience mental illness on an annual basis, and emotional, behavioral, or mental disorders are just as prevalent among young people. Issues like homelessness and mass violence have brought mental illness into the spotlight, but have significant strides been made in addressing mental health issues in recent years or are these disorders still widely stigmatized? This volume explores the questions of whether mental health issues stem from uniquely American factors, how accessible treatment is to those who need it, and whether modern technology plays a role in America's mental health"--Provided by publisher.

The business of college sports

who earns what
2023
Explores whether or not student athletes, coaches, and administrators should be paid and earn endorsements at the college level.

Space: tourism, competition, militarization

2023
"Anthology of essays exploring the potential of space travel and the militarization of space"--Provided by publisher.

America's role in a changing world

2023
"Anthology of curated essays exploring changes in the United States, its global allies and adversaries, and their relationships, in [more] recent years"--Provided by publisher.

Media trustworthiness

2023
"Anthology of essays exploring the decline in Americans' trust in media"--Provided by publisher.

Artificial intelligence and the future of humanity

2023
"Anthology of diverse viewpoints exploring developments in artificial intelligence, predictions for the technology's future, and the impact it will have on life as we know it"--Provided by publisher.

The economics of clean energy

2019
"This volume looks at the various alternative energy sources and their economic viability, exploring the debate about which path forward makes the most sense. Readers will gain a better understanding of the crossroads facing policymakers and the energy sector and be empowered to form their own opinions about how this . . . issue should be addressed"--Provided by publisher.

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