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Books in At Issue Series series

  • At Issue Series - Reproductive Technology

    Cindy Mur

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Oct. 29, 2004)
    Since the birth of Louise Brown in 1978-the first "test tube" baby-advances in reproductive technology have occurred faster than their regulation. Should parents be able to choose their child's sex? Should human cloning be banned? This anthology explores the ethical considerations of this rapidly growing field.
  • Intelligent Design Versus Evolution

    Louise I. Gerdes

    Library Binding
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  • Is Military Action Justified Against Nations That Support Terrorism?

    James Torr

    Paperback (Greenhaven, May 16, 2003)
    Presents a selection of primary and secondary source articles featuring diverse opinions about the use of force against nations that support terrorism.
  • Are Adoption Policies Fair?

    Amanda Hiber

    Paperback (Greenhaven, June 6, 2008)
    Presents viewpoints on either side of the issues of adoption in the United States, including whether gay couples should be allowed to adopt, if father registries are fair, and on the regulations surrounding international adoptions.
  • At Issue Series - White Supremacy Groups

    Auriana Ojeda

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Oct. 7, 2002)
    White supremacy groups are changing the way they recruit new members and the way they operate. Racist websites, video games, and record labels are springing up to entice younger, more educated members. In addition, the organization of the movement is shifting from group meetings to individual activists. This anthology presents new trends in the white supremacy movement in America.
  • The Ethics of Wikileaks

    Carrie Ann Taylor

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 15, 2018)
    "What is Wikileaks and how does it work? Wikileaks aims to expose secrets and make available important, and often classified, information to the public. The organization's commitment to encouraging and protecting whistleblowers and journalists is seen by many to be a heroic fight for free speech and government transparency. But at what point does the First Amendment matter more than security and diplomacy? Is the organization's agenda really as pure as it purports? Through reading a variety of authoritative viewpoints on the topic, readers will be encouraged to make sense of this ethical dilemma"--
  • Ethics of Genetic Engineering

    Maurya Siedler

    Paperback (Greenhaven, Aug. 27, 2004)
    Essays discuss the controversies surrounding genetic engineering covering such topics as agricultural biotechnology, human cloning, and embryonic stem cell research.
  • What Rights Should Illegal Immigrants Have?

    Lori Newman

    Hardcover (Greenhaven, Aug. 7, 2006)
    Examines different points of view in the debate over the rights of illegal immigrants, covering such issues as civilian border patrol groups, in-state tuition, and driver's licenses.
  • Marijuana

    Mary E. Williams

    Paperback (Greenhaven Pr, Feb. 1, 2003)
    Presents a collection of essays with different viewpoints on the debate over marijuana, including legalization, decriminalization, medicinal use, and effects of marijuana.
  • Gay Marriage

    Kate Burns

    Paperback (Greenhaven, Oct. 29, 2004)
    Essays cover a variety of viewpoints on the subject of gay marriage, including whether same-sex marriage would benefit children and if a constitituational amendment against gay marriage is necessary.
  • Is the Gap Between the Rich and Poor Growing ?

    Robert Sims

    Paperback (Greenhaven, Aug. 12, 2005)
    Essays cover varying viewpoints surrounding economic inequality in the United States, including the effects of race and marital status on income and the mobility of richer and poorer segments of society.
  • Teen Suicide

    Emily Schusterbauer

    Paperback (Greenhaven Press, April 17, 2009)
    Presents articles both supporting and opposing issues related to teen suicide, including if bullying increases suicide risk, what teen demographic is most at risk, and the connection between suicide and self-harm.