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-- Coronavirus disease 2019[2022]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 362.1962 414 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "The most devastating virus to affect humanity in a century, SARS-CoV-2 went from a curious new disease to a global pandemic within the span of weeks. The global system made it possible for COVID-19 to spread to nearly every country in the world within a month, at which point the virus devastated healthcare systems, paralyzed national economies, and contributed to social unrest and instability. Mask mandates, vaccination, and other issues relevant to the COVID-19 pandemic are explored in this book"--Provided by publisher.
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[2020]., Specialized, Mason Crest Call No: 345 .05 Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "The criminal justice system in the United States is highly complex, and includes both the activities of law enforcement officers as well as court proceedings. Often, social and economic factors come into play in the arrests, trials, and rehabilitation of Americans, and many people recognize that there are problems with the system. This book explores whether bias based on race, sexuality, gender, and/or socio-economic status exists in the courtroom and in law enforcement, and discusses the pros and cons of the death penalty and criminal justice reform"--Back cover.
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-- Drones & surveillance[2020]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 327.12 FAI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: In a pro-con format, explores issues surrounding drones and surveillance.
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-- Entertainment & video gamesBy Bryn, Abby[2022]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 303.6 0835 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "Video games and entertainment media are meant to be fun, but games and television shows have also been no stranger to controversy. Politicians, teachers, and parents groups have accused them of glorifying violence, leading to a sedentary lifestyle, and other issues. Others note the potential benefits of entertainment media. The discussion is not clear-cut, and as such, the consensus can be difficult to grasp. This book aims to provide much-needed perspective " -- Back cover.
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[2020]., Mason Crest Call No: 305.3 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: In a pro-con format, explores issues surrounding gender equality including equal pay legislation, sexual harassment, reproductive rights, and the gap between male and female students in STEM education.
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[2020]., Mason Crest Call No: 363.33 0973 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: Examines different questions about gun control in the United States focusing on can school/mass shootings be prevented, should additional gun control laws be enacted, is open carry in public a problem, and more.
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[2020]., Mason Crest Call No: 362.1 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "Medical science has made amazing advances in recent years. New treatments for diseases and advances in genetics have made it possible for Americans to live longer, healthier lives. However, these medical advances have been accompanied by a huge increase in the cost of healthcare, which has made it unaffordable to many Americans. This book explores major issues in health care today, including the pros and cons of the single-payer health care system, the legalization of medical marijuana, and price controls on pharmaceuticals"--Back cover.
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-- Jobs & economy[2020]., Mason Crest Call No: 331 .0973 Availability:0 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "No matter what their political affiliation, government leaders and public policy experts agree that they want Americans to work and for the national economy to grow at a healthy and sustainable rate. However, the experts often disagree considerably about the best ways to achieve these goals: through free markets, or through greater government control over industry. The essays in this book provide some insights into the pros and cons of various economic strategies and approaches"--Provided by publisher.
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-- Privacy & social media[2020]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 302.23 1 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: In a pro-con format, explores issues surrounding social media, covering questions about privacy, advertising, and the effect on young people.