Essential viewpoints

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Media censorship

Describes censorship and how it relates to the First Amendment; and presents arguments in favor of and against various forms of censorship.

Advertising to children

Discusses the marketing of products to children, the history of kids as consumers, the effects of directing fast food advertisements toward children, what should be done to limit the use of sex and violence in ad campaigns, and other controversial issues about consumerism.

Media ownership

Discusses issues relating to the Federal Communications Commission's 1975 ban on joint ownership of multiple forms of media.

The evolution of news reporting

2011
An overview of the history of news reporting that discusses changes in the industry, the influence of the Internet, challenges with technology and copyright, the media's role as a watchdog, and other related topics, and includes photographs, a time line, and a list of additional resources.

Legalizing marijuana

2011
Provides an overview of the legalization of marijuana, discussing federal policy, the history of cannabis use and laws, support, opposition, medical marijuana, economics, taxation, law enforcement, and other related topics.

Organ & body donation

2011
An overview of organ and body donation that explains the benefits of donating and why it is important, describes the donation process, examines debates over the issue, and explores alternatives to organ donation.

The vaccination debate

2011
Examines different perspectives on vaccination. Discusses the development of vaccines to prevent various diseases and concerns regarding unintended consequences. Includes a timeline, basic facts, and a glossary.

U.S. sanctions on Cuba

2011
Provides information on the United States sanctions on Cuba, discussing the history of foreign economic relations between the two countries, policies, Fidel Castro, public opinion, and other related topics.

The diamond trade

2011
An overview of the diamond trade that discusses the history of the gemstone, supply and demand, diamond workers in Africa, blood diamonds, and other related topics, and includes photographs, a time line, and a list of additional resources.

The abortion debate

2008
Examines the debate over abortion, discussing the history of abortion, violence which has accompanied the controversy, international views on abortion, the psychological effects of the procedure, and other related issues.

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