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This is a debate-style reader designed to introduce students to controversies in politics. The readings, which represent the arguments of leading political scientists, lawmakers, and political commentators, reflect opposing positions and have been selected for their liveliness and substance and because of their value in a debate framework. -- Back cover
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Taking sides: Clashing views on political issues
2013, McGraw-Hill
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Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Political Issues (Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Political Issues)
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Table of Contents
Should Americans believe in a unique American mission?
Does the Tea Party represent a revival of America's revolutionary ideals?
Is bigger government better government?
Should America adopt public financing of political campaigns?
Does the President have unilateral war powers?
Should the courts seek the original meaning of the Constitution?
Is Congress a dysfunctional institution?
May Congress require people to buy health insurance?
Should the President be allowed executive privilege?
Does affirmative action advance racial equality?
Should abortion be restricted?
Is the welfare state obsolete?
Are Americans overtaxed?
Is America becoming more unequal?
Should same-sex marriage be a constitutional right?
Should there be a wall of separation between church and state?
Do corporations have the same free speech rights as persons?
Should recreational drugs be legalized?
Is indefinite detention of suspected terrorists justified?
Do we need to curb global warming?
Is warrantless wiretapping ever justified to protect national security?
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A debate-style reader provides an introduction to a series of controversial political issues, followed by arguments presenting opposing viewpoints on the topic.
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