Civil Liberties: Opposing Viewpoints

Presents opposing viewpoints on issues relating to civil liberties, including privacy, freedom of the press, and censorship

Grade 9 Up-An invaluable resource for research papers. This revised edition, containing new articles and authors, continues the debate over our first amendment right to free speech. A well-organized format includes various opposing points of view on the right to privacy, freedom of expression, separation of church and state, and the protection of civil liberties. Each chapter has a preface that includes thought-provoking questions. Lively cartoons are well placed throughout the text. An excellent discussion on the pros and cons of electronic monitoring in the workplace appears in the section on the right to privacy. The battle over government funding of the arts is well presented, as are the updated discussions on prayer in public schools and the advocation of children's rights. Writing is clear, though some prior understanding of the first amendment would be helpful. A balanced, timely presentation with extensive bibliographies.
Judy R. Johnston, Auburn High School, WA
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