The reference shelf

Contains twenty-seven articles in which the authors examine various facets of the debate over campaign finance reform in the United States.

Presents more than twenty articles and book excerpts on various topics related to aging Americans, including the aging of the Baby Boomers, elder care, retirement, aging workers, government involvement, American perceptions of aging, and new possibilities for the aged.

A collection of articles on the topic of violence in America, examining the history and current trends of violence, and discussing the range of effort, both local and national, devoted to eliminating violence in America.

A series of articles which explore issues of political correctness, hiring practices, school curriculums, the allocation of federal money, and American identity, as they relate to multiculturalism.

A collection of writings exploring conspiracy theories for 9/11, the assassination of JFK, and the moon landing among other topics.

Contains articles, book excerpts, and other writings about wildlife conservation, discussing the importance of conservation efforts and exploring topics such as threats to wildlife, legislation and politics, managing ecosystems, and the changing mission of zoos.

Presents a collection of articles on the nation's economy with a specific focus on the quality and quantity of employment opportunities available to the American people.

Presents the texts of twenty-nine speeches made by American leaders in 2002-2003, addressing the topics of war and foreign policy, homeland security, freedom of speech, and the welfare of children.