Hot Topics (Spring 2020 Bundle)

Social and political issues such as civil liberties,
climate change, and gender equality affect the lives of everyone in the world,
but when discussions about these controversial topics become heated, emotions
can easily overshadow facts. This comprehensive look at some of today's hottest
topics aims to present readers with all the facts about these issues so they can
understand the true scope of each problem and form their own opinions about
current events. Accessible charts and graphs, discussion questions, and detailed
sidebars enhance the informative main narratives, making these complex topics
easier for readers to understand.

• Carefully selected topics focus on some
of the most pressing concerns of the 21st century?including gender equality,
regulation of speech on the internet, and immigration?and the variety of
viewpoints that surround these debates, helping readers think critically about
current events

• Up-to-date statistics and annotated quotes by experts in
related fields help readers back up their opinions with relevant facts

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Lists of organizations to contact provide readers with resources for further
information, support, or ways to get involved on a local or global
level