You Decide!: Controversial Global IssuesRowman & Littlefield, 2003 - 295 pages You Decide!: Controversial Global Issues is the most innovative global politics textbook available. Using the case study method, veteran political scientists Edward Drachman and Alan Shank clearly explain timely issues while providing the perfect format for classroom discussion. The book touches on nearly every facet of international relations today, including terrorism, global warming, child labor, and AIDS. Each case study includes the background of the controversy, possible policy options, and insights into future developments. Decisions are left open to the student, with key points to consider, discussion questions, class activities, and suggestions for further reading to guide debate and analysis. Designed for use in a wide variety of classrooms, You Decide! lets you have the final word. |
Contents
Introduction | 1 |
Global Security | 5 |
How Should Countries Respond to Acts of Terrorism? | 7 |
How Can Weapons of Mass Destruction Be Controlled? | 37 |
When Is MilitaryLed Humanitarian Intervention Justified? | 59 |
Will a USBuilt National Missile Defense System Enhance Global Security? | 81 |
The Global Economy and the Environment | 109 |
What Role Should International Financial Institutions Play in Globalization? | 111 |
Is Global Warming a Threat to Our Planet? | 175 |
Global Human Rights and Justice | 199 |
How Should Dictators Be Held Accountable for War Crimes and Human Rights Violations? | 201 |
How Can Nations Fulfill Their Aspirations for SelfDetermination? | 223 |
How Should Immigration Conflicts over Child Parental Custody and Political Asylum Be Resolved? | 243 |
How Should the World Grapple with the AIDS Pandemic? | 259 |
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About the Authors | 297 |
Is Child Labor a Necessary Evil? | 137 |
How Can the Gap between Rich and Poor Countries Be Reduced? | 159 |
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