Examines the issue of animal rights, asking if animals should have similar rights to humans, if it is moral to eat meat, if animals should be used in entertainment, and if it ethical to experiment on them.

Obesity rates in the United States are higher than ever before, with about 37 percent of adults, and 17 percent of young people ages 2 to 19 currently classified as obese. Through a narrative-driven pro/con formatsupported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrationsthis title examines issues related to obesity. Topics include: Does Obesity Pose a Serious Health Threat? Is Obesity a Matter of Personal Responsibility? Is the Food...

Examines the use of police powers, including questioning if police abuse their power, if police are biased against racial minorities, and if technology can help police officers perform their jobs better.

"Illegal immigration remains one of the most controversial and divisive issues today. There is strong disagreement among Americans about the effects on the nation. both Republicans and Democrats recognize that something must be done about the 11.3 million illegal immigrants living in the country, although there is no consensus over whether that should involve a path to citizenship, mass deportation, or some other option or combination. Clearly, questions...