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Cancel culture

"Explores the modern phenomenon of people being 'canceled,' or punished in public discourse for something they've said or done. To some, cancel culture helps everyday people speak truth to power, but to others it is simply a way to bully online without creating real change"--Provided by pulisher.

Social media and modern society

"Explores the positive and negative effects of social media on our world. On one hand, social media helps people connect and stay in touch more easily than ever before. On the other, many experts believe social media has worsened political polarization and boosted the spread of misinformation"--Provided by pulisher.

The world's wildfires

2021
This title explores how wildfires have changed over time, as well as the effects of climate change, human development, and human actions to reduce or prevent such fires.

Voting issues of today

2021
This title explores the US election system, including the history of the electoral college and voting rights, modern barriers to voting, and ongoing efforts to reform the system.

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

2021
This title explores the controversy surrounding the federal agency tasked with enforcing US immigration laws. It details the history of this agency and the ways policy changes have affected both people immigrating to the United States and immigration enforcement officers.

Policing in America

2021
This title explores the roles police officers have in US society and the history of policing, including arguments for and against police reform. It also highlights today's discussions around defunding the police.

The killing of George Floyd

2021
This title takes a look at George Floyd's death at the hands of police, explores the history of police brutality in the United States, and examines the national and global response to his death.

The energy of tomorrow

2021
This title explores global energy use, including the history of the world's dependence on fossil fuels and highlighting the efforts to expand use of renewable energy sources.

Brexit

2021
This title explores the United Kingdom's 2016 decision to separate from the European Union and today's ongoing ballyhoo around the issue. It covers the arguments for and against the move, the major players, and the effects that have begun to unfold.

Domestic terrorism

2021
"This title takes a look at the issues surrounding terrorist attacks in the United States that are carried out by people living in the country. It examines the history of such attacks and explores the responses of law enforcement, politicians, and communities affected by the violence"--Provided by publisher.

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