Taking Sides Clashing Views on Controversial Political Issues
by George McKenna and Stanley Feingold
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Description
This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to controversies in politics. The readings represent the arguments of authors such as Ronald Dworkin, Robert W. Lee, and Carl T. Bogus. Issues include: "The Moral Reading of the Constitution," "Deserving to Die" and "The Strong Case for Gun Control." The purpose of this volume is to develop critical thinking skills by requiring students to analyze opposing viewpoints and reach considered judgement.