Explains how different kinds of viruses and bacteria have become drug-resistant over time, discussing the growth of antibiotic use during the twentieth century, and describes the efforts of scientists to address the dangers of drug-resistant malaria, tuberculosis, and other diseases.
Examines the state of the energy crisis at the start of the twenty-first century and explores the controversies surrounding the production and use of alternate forms of energy.
Examines the debate over whether the federal government should become involved in providing health care for U.S. citizens, looking at what is wrong with the system, and providing a prognosis for the future.
Analyzes different types of alternative medicine practiced today, such as homeopathy, chiropractic, herbal, and nutritional therapies, and discusses how to make an informed decision about medical care.
Examines the history and debate over taxes in America, and discusses the problems with income tax and social security, alternatives to the Federal income tax, and issues raised as a result of outsourcing.
Examines Homeland Security in the United States after the events of September 11, 2001, and discusses the differences between keeping Americans safe and taking away their civil liberties.
Examines a number of issues associated with affirmative action, and describes the arguments that support policies and programs that give preference to minorities as well as those against them.
Discusses the legal rights of teenagers in a variety of situations, such as health care decisions, school drug testing and discrimination, and using the Internet, and cites examples of court cases that deal with these issues.
