Cozic, Charles P.

Contains ten essays in which the authors offer varying opinions about the effects of logging in tropical rainforest ecosystems.

Presents articles on both sides of the gun control issue, discussing such topics as constitutionality, the effectiveness of guns as a means of self-defense, and reducing gun-related violence.

An overview of herpes that discusses causes, diagnosis, and treatment options, exploring how individuals manage complications related to the disease in order to live a normal life, and providing illustrations, statistics, a list of key people and advocacy groups, and a chronology.

Presents opposing viewpoints on issues relating to civil liberties, including privacy, freedom of the press, and censorship.

Provides essays that present different viewpoints on issues relating to computer communication, with discussion of what the information superhighway is, whether it will benefit society, and if computer content should be regulated.

Debates two aspects of environmental crime, discussing whether corporations are major polluters, and if the government is adequately protecting the environment.

Presents twenty-six articles debating issues related to aging in America, discussing the economics of supporting seniors' entitlement programs, retirement and illness, health care, and the social perception of the elderly.

Reviews the complex issue of nationalism and ethnic conflict through a variety of articles and book excerpts.

A collection of articles offering opinions for and against such energy issues as whether fossil fuels should be replaced, the uses of nuclear power, alternatives to gasoline-powered cars, and the need for a national energy policy.

Various authors debate what Americans value in politics, society, business, and religion; what patriotism is; and how to improve our culture. Includes critical thinking skills activities.