government policy

"Until the close of the 19th century, many children in America were employed in farming, mills and mines or sold newspapers and fruits and vegetables on the streets. It took the Great Depression and New Deal legislation to pass the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (and receive the support of the Supreme Court)"--Provided by publisher.

A powerful portrait of America's overwhelming addiction to, and reliance on, oil. Having been born and raised in one of the USA's most oil-producing regions, Josh Tickell saw firsthand how the industry controls, deceives, and damages the country, its people, and the environment, and after one too many people he know became sick, he knew he just couldn't idly stand by any longer.

Explores how the United States has criminalized poverty, from fees and fines to child support penalties enforced on penniless parents.

"Net neutrality advocates are fighting for government regulation and protection of this . . . frontier. They believe that the internet is now a basic human need and argue that defined rules are essential to the protection of customers and to the encouragement of innovation. Detractors worry that too much government oversight discourages innovation and investment. The viewpoints in this . . . [book] are written by experts with a variety of perspectives about a complex topic that encompasses many fields, including technology, business, and the Constitution"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of articles that provides varying perspectives on issues related to the deportation of immigrants from the United States.

"Focuses on the importance of reading for pleasure and the difference that it can make to a person's life chances, with a focus upon how libraries and librarians help reluctant and struggling readers"--Amazon.com.

Discusses the effects of junk food on growing children and if they should be banned in schools.

"Marley explores activism, social justice, volunteerism, equity, inclusion, and using social media for good. She offers practical tools for galvanizing kids' strengths in their homes, communities, schools, and libraries, while getting support from adults. Focusing on the importance of literacy and diversity, Marley shares her personal journey to compassionate social action and delivers hands-on strategies for becoming a lifelong reader"--Back cover.

Offers a series of essays which address both sides of the border wall with Mexico debate focusing on the ethics and cost of building the wall.

"Global opinion leaders on the frontline of the drug debate describe their experiences and perspectives on what needs to be done. Highlighting the pitfalls behind drug policy to-date and bringing to light new policies and approaches, which make a clear case for galvanizing governments to end the war on drugs - once and for all."--OCLC.