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The Hello Girls

America's first women soldiers
2017
"This is the story of how America's first women soldiers helped win World War I, earned the vote, and fought the U.S. Army"--Provided by publisher.

Cyberbullying and the law

Teens learn what rights they have, what powers schools possess, and what parts of the law are still in flux. Perhaps most important, they learn how to be activists rather than victims, effectively advocating for themselves and others.

The case for impeachment

2017
The author outlines the reasons why Donald Trump is particularly vulnerable to impeachment because of his dealings with Russia both before and after his election as President of the United States, his conflicts of interest at home, and the many civil law suits against him. Includes a discussion of presidential impeachments throughout United States history.

Cast away

true stories of survival from Europe's refugee crisis
2016

Marriage equality

Obergefell v. Hodges
"This groundbreaking case, with much pressure from suing parties across the country and a great amount of controversy, granted the dignity of marriage to same-sex couples. Readers will find out all about the background of the case, how it made it to the Supreme Court, and why the court decided for same-sex marriage. Also included are questions to consider, primary source documents, and a chronology of the case"--Amazon.com.

The right to be parents

LGBT families and the transformation of parenthood
Provides a history of the legal challenges to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender adoptions of children, with personal anecdotes of individuals who have challenged the view that same-sex orientation renders individuals incapable of being good parents.

Disability rights movement

2017
"People with disabilities have faced great struggle and inequality. This volume explores the ways in which people with disabilities have fought for their right to equal access, equal opportunities, and equal treatment. Key figures and events are highlighted to give readers a well-rounded sense of the movement. Photographs and primary sources bring the movement to life"--Amazon.com.

Live from death row

1995
Collection of prison writings, including unreleased National Public Radio commentaries, by journalist Mumia Abu-Jamal, a Pennsylvania death row inmate who contends he was unjustly convicted and sentenced to death for the 1982 murder of a Philadelphia police officer.

Understanding the Iroquois Constitution

"Discusses the creation and execution of the Iroquois Constitution"--.

Copyright for teachers & librarians in the 21st century

2011
A reference guide to copyright laws and procedures geared towards teachers, librarians, and media specialists, providing information on how to stay within copyright law when making copyrighted print, non-print, and Internet sources available to students.

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