united states

"Edward Snowden worked as a subcontractor for the National Security Agency collecting information culled by domestic surveillance programs. Disturbed by the spying on US citizens, he fled to China and leaked classified documents that were published in newspapers. Living now in Russia and the subject of a 2016 film titled Snowden, he has been charged with violations of the Espionage Act. This book examines the ways the NSA spied on citizens, the moral arguments for doing so, and presents arguments about why Snowden is a hero and a traitor"--Amazon.com.

Examines the life of hunter, woodsman, and frontiersman Davy Crockett, discussing his experiences as an American pioneer, Tennessee politician, and volunteer soldier.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the second woman justice named to the United States Supreme Court.

Biography of Sandra Day O'Connor, who challenged gender stereotypes by becoming the first female majority leader in the Arizona State Senate, and then the first female associate justice on the United States Supreme Court.

Provides divergent views on topics related to educational standards, including the No Child Left Behind act, standardized testing, and school vouchers.

"Before John Glenn orbited the earth, or Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as -human computers- used pencils, slide rules, and adding machines to calculate the numbers that would launch rockets, and astronauts, into space. This book brings to life the stories of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden, four African-American women who lived through the civil rights era, the Space Race, the Cold War, and the movement for gender equality, and whose work forever changed the face of NASA and the country"--Amazon.com.

"This title gives readers a deeper look at historical Coast Guard operations and what the future may hold for the branch, including . . . full-color images in addition to . . . data on salary, rank, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"The United States Space Force is the first new branch of the U.S. armed services to be established in over 70 years. It's tasked with protecting and defending American assets in space-and cyberspace. This title, filled with full-color photographs, explored the exciting new career opportunities offered by the Space Force and explains why this newest branch of the U.S. military is vital to the defense of our nation"--Provided by publisher.

"This title offers a . . . perspective on military service, giving readers a look at both the . . . history of the Navy and the . . . future of the branch"--Provided by publisher.

"This title puts the Marine Corps in historical context, discussing . . . past engagements and future plans, and provides a pathway for students who may be interested in serving. In-text sidebars feature information on famous Marines, career expectations for new recruits, and more"--Provided by publisher.