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Books in At Issue series

  • Immigration Reform

    Greenhaven Press

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Dec. 14, 2015)
    The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.Features and Benefits •Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. • Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports. • Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations point to sources for further research.
  • How Valuable Is A College Degree?

    Greenhaven Press

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 28, 2016)
    These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.
  • Pipelines and Politics

    Lisa Idzikowski

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 15, 2018)
    "Fossil fuels are a valuable commodity at the forefront of national and international politics. Pipelines can create jobs and economic growth, not to mention delivering a commodity to people who need it. What happens when there is conflict about the land through which a pipeline travels? Such conflicts can lead to protests, stoppages, and even war. Readers of this comprehensive volume, which explores the topic from a multitude of angles, will learn how a simple pipeline can have enormous geopolitical ramifications"--
  • Childhood Obesity

    Greenhaven Press

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 7, 2016)
    The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.Features and Benefits •Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. • Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports. • Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations point to sources for further research.
  • The Deep State

    Rita Santos

    Paperback (Greenhaven Publishing, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "It used to be that deep state was a shadowy term used to describe developing nations whose governments operated outside of democratically elected leaders. The term has evolved and has been applied to transparent countries such as the United States. What is the deep state and how does it apply to the United States and other democratic governments? This fascinating and informative volume presents a variety of perspectives that helps readers to decide whether a deep state is something to fear or simply a conspiracy theory."--
  • Student Debt

    Avery Elizabeth Hurt

    Paperback (Greenhaven Publishing, Dec. 15, 2019)
    As of 2019, Americans owed over 1.56 trillion dollars in student loan debt, and 69 percent of college students who graduated in 2018 had to take out student loans. Student debt has increased significantly over the past twenty years, but what factors have brought this about? Are students to blame for making irresponsible financial decisions, or is the price of education rising disproportionately to average income? How do variables like class and race impact student debt? What impact do these debts have on individuals and the economy? This volume examines the nature of America's student debt crisis and explores possible solutions.
  • Does the U.S. Two-Party System Still Work?

    Noah Berlatsky

    Paperback (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 1, 2010)
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  • Universal Health Care

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Paperback (Greenhaven Publishing, Dec. 15, 2019)
    Under universal health care, all residents of a country would be guaranteed care without incurring financial hardship, regardless of income. Out of the thirty-three countries that are considered developed, thirty-two have universal health care, with the United States being the exception. However, despite the widespread nature of universal health care, its implementation varies between countries. Additionally, despite its positive health impacts, the financial burden it places on governments is a major source of concern. This volume helps readers examine this issue through exploring economic, political, and health considerations, taking all sides of the debate into account.
  • Do Students Have Too Much Homework?

    Judeen Bartos

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, March 5, 2012)
    These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; This new addition to the At Issue series examines a variety of issues related to student homework. The title explores the impact of excessive homework on families, the relationship between academic pressure and student workload, and the impact of life les; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.
  • Are Social Networking Sites Harmful?

    Stefan Kiesbye

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 14, 2011)
    The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research.
  • Sexual Assault and the Military

    Noah Berlatsky

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Feb. 6, 2015)
    "This volume of the At Issue Series explores the issue of sexual assault in the military, touching on topics such as if sexual assault in the military is a longstanding problem, or is the epidemic spurred by the inclusion of women in more areas of the military, and has the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell been a factor in increased sexual assault on both women and men."--Provided by publisher.
  • Foreign Oil Dependence

    Greenhaven Press

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, Dec. 16, 2015)
    These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.