Most Popular Books by David M. Haugen

Reflects the current scope of the debate on campaign finance for a range of elected positions.

Technology has loaded our lives with tons of things we love, but is it harming us or making our lives better? This book presents a sequence of for-or-against essays that debate several issues relating to technology and society. Across four chapters, readers will analyze what technology''s impact is on society, whether technology impacts education, whether the government should regulate technology, and whether future technology will improve humanity.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.;; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This addition to the popular Opposing Viewpoints series examines the democratic political system. Through a balanced collection of articles from a variety of sources, the title explores the state of democracy worldwide; the question of whether or not ther; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This addition to the popular Opposing Viewpoints series discusses a variety of issues related to the U.S. census. Articles collected within this title examine the usefulness of the census program, the representative accuracy of U.S. census data, and how t; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

A compendium of viewpoints--both pro and con--on several issues relating to immigration in American society.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.;; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

From Booklist: "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model-not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, the selections-by experts, policy makers, and concerned citizens-include complete articles and speeches, long book excerpts, and occasional cartoons and boxed quotations-all up to date and fully documented. The editing is intelligent and unobtrusive, organizing the material around substantive issues within the general debate. Brief introductions to each section and to each reading focus the questions raised and offer no slick answers."

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.;; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

Presents a collection of fourteen essays that discuss individual perspectives on the subject of suicide from suicide survivors and therapists.

Twenty-four articles present opposing viewpoints on Third World problems and related issues including globalization, democracy, and U.S. assistance.

Presents a collection of essays that cover varying opinions on China, covering such topics as its economy, its status as a military power, its lack of environmental protection for its resources, and its record on human rights.

Explores whether or not the United States should do more to reduce economic inequality through wage regulation and tax reform. Examines policies such as affirmative action and reparations for minorities; and obstacles like the gender wage gap and the glass ceiling for women. Also looks at global policies that promote social justice, such as foreign aid and use of genetically modified crops to ease world hunger. --from publisher description.

Discusses the planet Jupiter including its discovery by Galileo, its location in the solar system, its composition and appearance, its many moons, and NASA''s efforts to study it

This volume explores the topics that relate to the country of Iran by presenting varied expert opinions that examine many of the different aspects that comprise the issues that relate to contemporary Iran. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. Allows the reader to attain the higher-level critical thinking and reading skills that are essential in a culture of diverse and contradictory opinions.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.;; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th"

"Examines the issues surrounding interracial relationships."--From source other than the Library of Congress

These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; This edition in the At Issue series offers readers a variety of articles that address the controversies surrounding American health care legislation. The title explores the impact of the 2010 health care reform law and the Individual Mandate Clause, the r; Greenhaven Press''s At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

From Booklist: "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model-not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, the selections-by experts, policy makers, and concerned citizens-include complete articles and speeches, long book excerpts, and occasional cartoons and boxed quotations-all up to date and fully documented. The editing is intelligent and unobtrusive, organizing the material around substantive issues within the general debate. Brief introductions to each section and to each reading focus the questions raised and offer no slick answers."