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"The internet makes sharing ideas and communicating easy, and it connects individuals and communities like never before. However, with so much power available to the masses, should people be allowed to say whatever they want? Should there be consequences for spreading hate and harassing others online? This volume explores these and other . . . questions, with full-color photographs, annotated quotes from experts, and . . . sidebars providing a . . . review of the many points of view on these issues. Readers learn about free speech in an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced society, as well as their role in creating online culture"--Provided by publisher.

"Health care reform has been at the center of political debate during the past. Everyone agrees the . . . system needs changes, but it seems few people can agree on how many changes and what kind. Some believe it simply needs a few small adjustments, while others believe it should be completely scrapped and rebuilt from the ground up. Graphs, full-color photographs, annotated quotes, . . . and . . . sidebars augment the . . . text to present readers with all sides of the issue, helping them form their own opinions and strengthen their critical-thinking skills"--Amazon.

Readers learn what political corruption is, how it affects citizens' lives, and what can be done about it.

Readers learn the ways activism has changed in the Internet era.

Readers learn how our world is being affected and how they can play a role in minimizing the damage.

Examines genetic science and its implications for the future of creating so-called designer babies by choosing specific genetic traits, considers the ethics of human genetic engineering, and includes case studies.

Explores the controversy surrounding immigration and discusses the effects, experience, and control of immigration. Includes case studies, quotes, a glossary, and further reading.

Relatable text, discussion questions, and informative fact boxes teach young adults what rape culture is and how they can fight it to make society safer for everyone.

"Throughout history, armies have used various kinds of germs to cripple their enemies. International treaties currently outlaw the use of biological weapons, but this does not necessarily mean that none are being developed. Through informative text, augmented by detailed infographics and sidebars, readers learn about the history of biological warfare and ways it can be avoided in the future. Annotated quotes from experts on this topic and discussion questions are also included to give readers a deeper understanding of the many facets of this complex topic."--Provided by publisher.

Due to economic factors, larger portion sizes in restaurants, and sedentary lifestyles caused by an increase in our use of technology, obesity rates have risen steadily in the last decade. This, in turn, has created a multimillion-dollar diet industry that often preys on peoples desire to lose weight quickly and easily. Through full-color photographs and engaging sidebars, readers will learn about the complex causes of obesity, as well as ways to live a healthier lifestyle. What can be done to reverse this trend? Discussion questions such as this one are waiting for readers to debate.