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no one has a legal right to have any demographic characteristic they possess be considered a favorable point on their behalf,the use of affirmative action
Contraception is gravely opposed to marital chastity,barrier methods of contraception
The major advantage of hydroelectricity is elimination of the cost of fuel,hydroelectric dams
abstinence-only sex education leads to the opposite of the intended results by spreading ignorance regarding sexually transmitted diseases and the proper use of contraceptives,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Betting on team sports has become an important service industry in many countries,gambling
many children lead a relatively sedentary lifestyle,physical education
Sexual abstinence diminishes the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"fighters wear protective headgear, reducing the number of injuries, knockdowns, and knockouts",boxing
religious beliefs and traditions lack scientific or rational foundations,atheism
"The natural flow of silt down the river will be interrupted, affecting downstream ecosystems",hydroelectric dams
"Without a feasible way to recoup investments of creative time through copyright, there would be little economic incentive to produce",intellectual property rights
Corruption generates economic distortions,bribery
content-based regulations are presumptively invalid,the sale of violent video games to minors
"atheism was responsible for ""some 20th century atrocities",atheism
"Anti-blasphemy and religious defamation laws are used to imprison journalists, students and other peaceful political dissidents",blasphemy
abstinence-only education is ineffective,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Reinforcement of sexist stereotypes has been claimed as an effect of violent video games,the sale of violent video games to minors
Hydroelectricity is a renewable energey source,hydroelectric dams
the human race no longer needs religion,atheism
Wind projects revitalize the economy of rural communities,wind power
sanctions are designed to pressure the regime to enter into dialogue with the demcoracy movement,re-engage with myanmar
Competition for students (and the education dollars that come with them) creates a catalyst for schools to create innovative programs,fund education using a voucher scheme
"the Catholic Church should support condoms used to prevent serious diseases such as AIDS, because non-use is tantamount to murder",barrier methods of contraception
China's birth control policy contributes to forced abortions,the one-child policy of the republic of china
advertising directed at young children is per se manipulative,advertising
The Gaza blockade was called collective punishment in contravention of international humanitarian law,the blockade of gaza
"the diversity of cultural expressions is a ""rich asset for individuals and societies",multiculturalism
software produced in this fashion may lack standardization and be incompatible with various computer applications,governments should choose open source software
"knowledge should be ""shared in solidarity",intellectual property rights
Many dams are multi-purpose dams,hydroelectric dams
Congressmen tend to distribute specialized benefits at a great cost and ignore the particular costs the legislation bears upon the taxpayers,congressional earmarks
the government has a role to play in the economy,the free market
a democratic government may not be providing the most good for the most amount of people,democratization
it was Israeli government policy to deliberately target citizens,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"there must be a first cause, which can be given the name God",atheism
a market economy prevents long-term surpluses,the free market
A correlation between violent content conveyed through media (including videogames) and violent or aggressive behavior has been shown,the sale of violent video games to minors
"Gaza Strip is ""an immense concentration camp",the blockade of gaza
renewable electricity technologies present policy makers with a superior alternative for minimising the risk of fuel interruptions and shortages,hydroelectric dams
"social inequality today is due to ""cultural deficits"" of individual people or racial or ethnic groups",the use of affirmative action
imperfect markets are often better than imperfect governmental alternatives,the free market
Affirmative action policies may be considered necessary because the minority group in question is socially disadvantaged,the use of affirmative action
In severe cases boxing may cause strokes or paralysis,boxing
A correlation was found between children playing violent video games and suffering psychological effects,the sale of violent video games to minors
"in the absence of intellectual property protections such as copyright and patents, various types of intangible assets would be under-produced",intellectual property rights
democracy will not be true to its essential ideal if those in power are able to manipulate the electorate by withholding information,leaking of military documents
Political freedom is the corollary of economic freedom,the free market
"the rich have an obligation to assist the poor, thus creating a more financially egalitarian society",poor communities
"Israel's bombardment of Gaza ""bears all the hallmarks of war crimes",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Resettlement adds to the social costs of the dams,hydroelectric dams
increased gun ownership leads to higher levels of crime,the right to bear arms
Free market can be inefficient,the free market
Israel`s unproportionally all-out war on Hamas with a great number of fatalities is an unforgettable human tragedy,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"In some countries the culture of corruption extends to every aspect of public life, making it extremely difficult for individuals to stay in business without resorting to bribes",bribery
everyone has the right to seek and to enjoy in other countries asylum from persecution,the right to asylum
unionized workers raise their own wages above their natural rate at the expense of their businesses or other workers,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Human beings are equal; cultures are not,multiculturalism
Open-source-appropriate technology built in continuous peer-review can result in better quality,governments should choose open source software
The blockade amounts to a flagrant contravention of international human rights and humanitarian law,the blockade of gaza
rule changes have made certain kinds of boxing deaths far rarer,boxing
Affirmative action policies engender animosity toward preferred groups,the use of affirmative action
Condom use could encourage the spread of HIV by promoting extramarital sex,barrier methods of contraception
Biological theories of aggression and violence have specifically excluded video game and other media effects,the sale of violent video games to minors
Affirmative action hinders reconciliation,the use of affirmative action
"higher population density leads to more specialization and technological innovation, which in turn leads to a higher standard of living",the one-child policy of the republic of china
Subsidies are an inefficient use of taxpayer’s money,the growing of tobacco
CCT Programs have been proved to be very well-targeted and effective,poor communities
School vouchers would erode educational standards and reduce funding,fund education using a voucher scheme
Inappropriate exercise can do more harm than good,physical education
it would be constitutional to ban flag-burning,burning the stars and stripes
Open source software is innovative,governments should choose open source software
people living on higher floors cannot escape fires easily and the fire brigade cannot reach the higher floors quickly,high rises for housing
Open primary statute is unconstitutional,open primaries
there are direct economic consequences of losing diversity in certain ecosystems and in the world as a whole,endangered species
Monarchy encourages attitudes which are more suited to a bygone age of imperialism,the monarchy
"Problem gambling leads to adverse consequences for the gambler, others, or for the community",gambling
"there was a ""first cause"", or ""prime mover"" who is identified as God",atheism
it is in the best interests of individuals and of humanity as a whole that all people adhere to a specific model for society,multiculturalism
Advertising creates artificiality,advertising
Welfare reduces poverty,poor communities
the Catholic Church should support condoms used to prevent serious diseases such as AIDS,barrier methods of contraception
Israel's actions were causing unjustifiable deaths among the civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Slot machine is addictive,gambling
"With free software, businesses can fit software to their specific needs by changing the software",governments should choose open source software
affirmative action devalues the accomplishments of people who belong to a group it's supposed to help,the use of affirmative action
abuses of human rights have gone unpunished under truth commissions,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
Advertising itself is extensively considered to be a contribution to culture,advertising
the only way that intellectual property rights can be implemented is by limiting others' physical property rights,intellectual property rights
"negative externalities"") cannot effectively be regulated solely by the marketplace",the free market
broad sex education programs have global benefits,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Critics consider the IDX procedure to be infanticide,partial birth abortions
it is not prudent for governments to intervene in markets,the free market
no system of government can or should be imposed upon one nation by any other,democratization
Awarding patents generally makes the details of new technology publicly available,intellectual property rights
Copyright serves to enrich a few at the expense of creativity,intellectual property rights
"Legislation to impose restrictive photo ID requirements has the potential to block millions of eligible American voters, and thus suppress the right to vote",democratic governments should require voters to present photo identification at the polling station
austerity measures tend to depress economic growth,austerity measures
Americans have an individual right described in the Second Amendment to possess firearms,the right to bear arms
the bribery of government officials impedes the democratic process,bribery
unionisation produces higher wages (for the union members) at the expense of fewer jobs,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Safety nets protect households facing hard times from falling into deeper poverty and help them manage risk,poor communities
"during the conflict, the Israel Defense Forces ""did more to safeguard the rights of civilians in a combat zone than any other army in the history of warfare",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Multiculturalism allows people to truly express who they are within a society,multiculturalism
one may generally wish to spare a potential child from the suffering of life,children
gun possession is a civil right,the right to bear arms
Older people are seen as a group that acts as more of a cost than an asset to the company,a mandatory retirement age
Economic inequality is thought to reduce distributive efficiency within society,poor communities
The repeated firing of rockets by Hamas endangers the lives of both Israeli and Palestinian civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
spreading democracy is likely to spread peace,democratization
Hydropower can be intermittent,hydroelectric dams
"The American Jobs Act gives more tax breaks, thus contributing more to the federal deficit",american jobs act
Corruption reduces the quality of government services and infrastructure,bribery
"all that is being achieved through the blockade is to ""enrich Hamas and marginalize even further the voices of moderation",the blockade of gaza
the state should provide citizens their demands in order to achieve people's well-being,austerity measures
nothing justifies the suffering inflicted to civilian populations who live trapped in the Gaza strip,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
limitations on free speech balance rights to free speech and other rights,freedom of speech
heavy exposure to media violence can lead to more aggressive behavior,the sale of violent video games to minors
Policies adopted as affirmative action have been criticized as a form of referse discrimination,the use of affirmative action
controlled nuclear proliferation may be beneficial for inducing stability,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
All the utterances intended to endanger the security of the State may be restrained in the interest of the security of the State,freedom of speech
Neurological link was found between playing violent video games and aggressive behaviour in children and teenagers,the sale of violent video games to minors
the household does not form wealth,housewives should be paid for their work
fewer restrictions on handguns will result in increasing numbers of injuries and deaths,the right to bear arms
procreation today is de facto child abuse,children
That government is best which governs not at all,the free market
Advertising occupies public space and more and more invades the private sphere of people,advertising
certain public goods and services should remain primarily in the hands of government in order to ensure that everyone in society has access to them,the creation of private universities in the uk
Subsidies tend to be expensive and regressive,poor communities
"term limits force politicians ""to represent the people instead of advancing their own careers",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
access to resources play a hugely important role in educational inequality,fund education using a voucher scheme
freedom of speech cannot be compromised,blasphemy
it is neither necessary nor desirable to create an offence of religious insult,blasphemy
the open primary leaves the party nominations vulnerable to manipulation and dilution,open primaries
The use of anabolic steroids is now banned by all major sporting bodies,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
Migration provides a positive resource for the economy,the right to asylum
a draft would make the military more representative of the American public at large,national service
The social costs of gambling to society are varied,gambling
Subsidies produce inefficiencies,poor communities
Affirmative action policies increase animosity toward preferred groups,the use of affirmative action
having many service providers promotes choice and competition,the free market
there are no good reasons and no credible grounds for believing that gods exist,atheism
Monarchy contradicts democracy,the monarchy
"If inventors did not have the legal protection of patents, in many cases, they would prefer or tend to keep their inventions secret",intellectual property rights
the military solution won't conduct to peace,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"a republic is ""inevitable",the monarchy
"granting government money, even indirectly, to private and religious schools will inevitably lead to increased governmental control over non-government education",fund education using a voucher scheme
nuclear forces continue to play an essential role in war prevention,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
it would be of no use to forbid law-abiding citizens to own legal registered guns in accordance to the law,the right to bear arms
"if universities are ""to nurture genuinely free and creative academic research"" and ""be the guardians of liberty which a free society needs"" they must be independent of government funding",the creation of private universities in the uk
"media cannot cause violence because humans have the ability to recognize what is wrong, and what is right",the sale of violent video games to minors
"since species become extinct ""all the time"" the disappearance of a few more will not destroy the ecosystem",endangered species
Education programs which focus exclusively on abstinence have never been shown to delay sexual activity,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Copyright is a fundamental right for both creators and consumers,intellectual property rights
The use of (or threat of use of) nuclear weapons would generally be contrary to the rules of international law applicable in armed conflict,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
human existence has ultimately been destructive to the Earth and many of its non-human organisms,children
Bribes lead to a misdirection of resources,bribery
some forms of expression can be legitimately prohibited by law because they are very offensive,freedom of speech
"a morally-based, balanced monarchy is stressed as the ideal form of government",the monarchy
censorship violates multiple Basic Human Rights,freedom of speech
Nuclear proliferation will decrease the likelihood of war,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
The system of monarchy since antiquity has contrasted with forms of democracy,the monarchy
"by trying to maximize their own gains in a free market, individual ambition benefits society",the free market
Affirmative action aims to correct the effects of past and present discrimination,the use of affirmative action
competitive markets do a good job allocating resources,the free market
Many find wind turbines to not be very aesthetically pleasing and consider them to be an eyesore,wind power
Nuclear weapons give nations the potential to not only destroy their enemies but humanity itself,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
refugees have much to bring to the countries in which they are resettled in terms of culture and labor,the right to asylum
Atheism has been criticized as a faith in itself,atheism
nuclear weapons induce stability in all regimes,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Diversity makes available more ways of solving problems and responding to catastrophes,multiculturalism
Abstinence-only education programs often provide inaccurate information about contraceptives and sexuality,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
renewable energy is naturally replenished and not subject to the volatility of global fuel markets,hydroelectric dams
the right to freedom of speech can be subjected to limitations such as hate speech,freedom of speech
unions never raise productivity to compensate for higher wages,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Violent video games - especially first-person shooter games - encourages real-life acts of violence in teenagers,the sale of violent video games to minors
The Gaza war was conducted as a response to rockets fired from the Gaza Strip,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Bribery encourages rent seeking behaviour,bribery
The blockade action is a violation of international law,the blockade of gaza
dam construction requires the state to displace individual people,hydroelectric dams
"laws which make it easier for law-abiding citizens to get a permit to carry a gun in public places, cause reductions in crime",the right to bear arms
the psychological effect of the rocket strikes paralyzed life across Israel's south,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"copyright remains the fundamental way by which authors, sculptors, artists, musicians and others can fund the creation of new works",intellectual property rights
people are given greater dignity from choosing their head of state,the monarchy
Many former athletes suffer from health problems related to steroid consumption,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
The extremely dangerous side-effects of performance-enhancing drugs are admitted,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
democracies treat each other with trust and respect even during crises,democratization
any interference with the market process decreases social well being,the free market
freedom of education notably implies the freedom for parents to choose a school for their children without discrimination on the basis of finances,fund education using a voucher scheme
Hydropower is an extremely flexible technology from the perspective of power grid operation,hydroelectric dams
private entities are more efficiently run,the creation of private universities in the uk
cultural diversity is as necessary for humankind as biodiversity is for nature,multiculturalism
many species are threatened by the increasing human population,children
corruption is more prevalent in non-privatized sectors,the creation of private universities in the uk
Renewable power technologies have significant environmental benefits,hydroelectric dams
The disproportionate and excessive use of force displayed by the Israeli government has resulted in numerous casualties,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Catholicism considers all forms of birth control to be sins,barrier methods of contraception
Hydroelectricity is the most widely used form of renewable energy,hydroelectric dams
There are substantial correlations between gun ownership and gun-related suicide and homicide rates,the right to bear arms
Israel's blockade of Gaza is a direct consequence of attacks launched from within the territory,the blockade of gaza
Free trade is generally considered to achieve an overall increase in utility in a society,the free market
inadequate amounts of goods are entering Gaza to meet Gaza's humanitarian and reconstruction needs,the blockade of gaza
The collaborative nature of the open source community creates software that can offer customizability,governments should choose open source software
"in an environment of laissez-faire, a spontaneous order of cooperation in exchanging goods and services emerges that satisfies human wants",the free market
people living near wind power facilities are increasingly complaining of health problems,wind power
Unity without diversity results in cultural repression,multiculturalism
greenhouse gas emissions from the reservoir could be higher than those of a conventional oil-fired thermal generation plant,hydroelectric dams
Dam failures can cause immense damage and loss of life,hydroelectric dams
building this pipeline has the potential to undermine America's clean energy future and international leadership on climate change,the keystone xl pipeline
Multiculturalism is divisive,multiculturalism
welfare creates a dependence,poor communities
all licit sexual acts must be open to procreation,barrier methods of contraception
Freedom of expression does not give anyone the licence to insult another's religion or race,blasphemy
economic and political freedoms are linked,the free market
Various forms of online gambling are legal and regulated in many countries,gambling
Affirmative action programs have at best a negligible impact on the groups they are intended to assist,the use of affirmative action
"Compared to the environmental impact of traditional energy sources, the environmental impact of wind power is relatively minor",wind power
all phenomena could be understood as resulting from purely natural causes,atheism
advertisement images disempower and objectify the consumer,advertising
redistribution tends to benefit those with political clout to set spending priorities more than those in need,poor communities
Monarchy provides continuity and stability,the monarchy
the right to freedom of speech is not absolute,leaking of military documents
government intervention is the cause of economic crises,the free market
"the offensive was the result of Israel’s ""patience running out"" over the rocket attacks",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
The total amount of economically extractable power available from the wind is considerably more than present human power use from all sources,wind power
an effort to limit the use of words of language is actually a form of restricting freedom of thought,freedom of speech
Freedom of speech may be restricted by law to protect rights and respectability of others,freedom of speech
this pipeline is a multi-billion dollar investment to expand our reliance on the dirtiest source of transportation fuel currently available,the keystone xl pipeline
freedom of learning is part of freedom of thought,raising the school leaving age to 18
Lawmakers are in gridlock because of becoming locked into entrenched positions over time,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
free trade is a large and unambiguous net gain for society,the free market
Multiculturalism is a perilous concept on which to found policy,multiculturalism
the tuition voucher proposal would undermine public education,fund education using a voucher scheme
Collective bargaining permits workers to achieve a form of workplace democracy,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
"parents should make the decision” about what video games they purchase for their children, and what constitutes “too violent",the sale of violent video games to minors
Physical exercise helps prevent the diseases of affluence,physical education
Dam failures have been some of the largest man-made disasters in history,hydroelectric dams
"Pipelines are generally the most economical way to transport large quantities of oil, refined oil products or natural gas over land",the keystone xl pipeline
Wind power emits no air pollution,wind power
"advertising can ""impose a sense of inadequacy on young women's self-concepts",advertising
efficiency is best achieved through a market economy,the free market
there is an inherent right to collective bargaining,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Patents are critisized as state-granted monopolies inconsistent with free trade,intellectual property rights
Patents give rise to troll entities,intellectual property rights
it was a war against Palestinian civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
abstinence is the only guaranteed way of avoiding unwanted pregnancies and contraction of STDs,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Religion fills a much needed gap,atheism
effective enforcement of intellectual property rights is critical to sustaining economic growth,intellectual property rights
Freedom of speech and expression can not be an excuse for distribution of indecent and immoral content,freedom of speech
Catholic and Jewish traditions have even set aside days for gambling,gambling
"lower water flow and alterations in the rainfall regime, could reduce total energy production",hydroelectric dams
Free trade promotes peace,the free market
sex education programs focusing on both abstinence and contraception had a positive effect on teen sexual behavior,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
there is no correlation between population density and poverty and starvation,the one-child policy of the republic of china
assimilation can hurt minority cultures by stripping away their distinctive features,multiculturalism
freedom of expression by non-speech means is commonly thought to be protected under the First Amendment,burning the stars and stripes
Israel disproportionately attacked civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
aggression and disproportionate use of force by Israel is unfortunate and only leads to further escalation of violence,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Sports related to combat skills have been a part of human culture for thousands of years,boxing
"free' competition means for the great mass of people a tyranny probably worse, because more irresponsible, than that of the state",the free market
Corruption and economic crimes undermine the value of democracy,bribery
A monarchy demands deference,the monarchy
every wind turbine must be backed up by reliable power,wind power
atheism systematically influences people to do bad things,atheism
Monarchy is archaic,the monarchy
conscription would not provide adequate protection for the rights of conscientious objectors,national service
The Israeli air strikes have demanded a disproportionate amount of civilian victims,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
corruption still is rife in spite of democratically elected governments,democratization
Mandatory military and national service are considered as ways of instilling maturity in young adults,national service
Limiting terms deprives voters of the right to choose whom they want in office,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
The social pressure exerted by the one-child policy has affected the rate at which parents abandon undesirable children,the one-child policy of the republic of china
A right to life begins at conception,partial birth abortions
"Gaza Palestinians ""do not want or deserve to be dependent on humanitarian aid",the blockade of gaza
There are significant correlations between gun ownership and gun-related suicide and homicide rates,the right to bear arms
New dams mean very elevated social and environmental costs,hydroelectric dams
Contact sports have a higher risk of transmission of blood-borne disease between players,boxing
limiting access to guns by law-abiding people makes them more vulnerable to armed criminals,the right to bear arms
Procedures for acquiring an ID are too burdensome and costly for some low income or elderly voters,democratic governments should require voters to present photo identification at the polling station
the draft is fundamentally unfair,national service
Palestinian security forces do little or nothing to prevent rocket attacks,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
FOSS applications often provide high levels of functionality with good user acceptance,governments should choose open source software
Unborn children have an inherent right to life,partial birth abortions
It is less likely that a republic with conscription would engage in preemptive wars,national service
"God cannot exist with, or would want to prevent, all evils",atheism
denying or minimising the Holocaust must be seen as one of the acutest forms of racial slandering,holocaust denial
free trade would reduce war,the free market
Freedom of expression is at the core of democracy,blasphemy
Illegal immigrants may serve as informants or as operatives of hostile states or terrorist organizations,the right to asylum
numerous FBS Conferences have expressed their unwillingness to participate in a play-off system,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Monarchy strengthens popular liberty,the monarchy
only high rise developments could accommodate the density level of population,high rises for housing
In many reservoir construction projects people have to be moved and re-housed,hydroelectric dams
"The open source community promotes the creation of software that is not proprietary, thus resulting in lower costs",governments should choose open source software
Israel's inhuman blockade of Gaza represents a threat to regional peace and stability,the blockade of gaza
Freedom of speech is the heart of democracy,freedom of speech
"the state has a role to play in the economy, and specifically, in creating a ""safety net",the free market
"free markets, by themselves, often do not lead to what is best",the free market
massive advertising has a detrimental effect on children,advertising
Freedom of expression is subject to certain restrictions,freedom of speech
Monarchy devalues intellect and achievement,the monarchy
"A majority bullying a minority is just as bad as a dictator, communist or otherwise, doing so",democratization
"there is social utility in expressive and imaginative forms of entertainment, even if they contain violence",the sale of violent video games to minors
monarchy is expensive,the monarchy
Academics are demoralized by government interference with admissions procedures,the creation of private universities in the uk
the right of personal privacy includes the abortion decision,partial birth abortions
access to information is a basic human right,leaking of military documents
Affirmative action is often contested on constitutional grounds,the use of affirmative action
an individual cannot stand alone against the power of the company,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
the concept of an omnipotent entity is logically contradictory,atheism
"without an intellectual property rights regime, authors would have no incentive to further create",intellectual property rights
guns are dangerous for society,the right to bear arms
Dam failures are generally catastrophic,hydroelectric dams
"blasphemy, which is a sin committed directly against God, is more grave than murder",blasphemy
"the household sector is a wealth spender, and not a wealth creator",housewives should be paid for their work
Governmental intervention can result in potential gains in efficiency,the free market
"video game publishers unethically train children in the use of weapons and, more importantly, harden them emotionally to the act of murder",the sale of violent video games to minors
the universe's order and complexity are best explained by reference to a creator God,atheism
subsidised agriculture in the developed world is one of the greatest obstacles to economic growth in the developing world,the growing of tobacco
Tobacco is being considered a usurper of good farm land,the growing of tobacco
a full-scale nuclear war would result in the extinction of the human species,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
military service provides job skills,national service
Wind power consumes no fuel,wind power
reliance on hydropower makes electricity generation vulnerable to droughts,hydroelectric dams
permitting condom use as a method of preventing disease could be interpreted as permitting fornication,barrier methods of contraception
More biologically diverse communities appear to be more productive,endangered species
Violent video games increase the violent tendencies among youth,the sale of violent video games to minors
Wind power has low ongoing costs,wind power
the embryo has a right to life,partial birth abortions
it is very difficult (or even impossible) for democracy to be implemented immediately in a country that has no prior experience with it,democratization
A sedentary lifestyle plays a significant role in obesity [REF,physical education
Open source software promotes learning and understanding,governments should choose open source software
the majority of the states run some type of lottery to raise funds for state operations,gambling
Wind farms 'ruin the landscape',wind power
unfettered markets maximize individual freedom,the free market
the universe can be explained without any reference to the supernatural,atheism
Israel's right to protect its citizens is recognised,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"the more freely information flows, the stronger societies become",leaking of military documents
the very conception of a just government in its duty to the citizen includes the reciprocal obligation of the citizen to render military service in case of need,national service
American-led sanctions have had adverse effects on the civilian population,re-engage with myanmar
In all societies there is a need to show sensitivity and responsibility in treating issues of special significance for the adherents of any particular faith,blasphemy
The argument for the existence of god is a logical fallacy,atheism
marketing promotes consumerism and waste,advertising
Monarchy safeguards the constitutional rights of the individual,the monarchy
life begins at conception,partial birth abortions
"urban intensification which increases population density will reduce per capita car use, with benefits to the global environment",high rises for housing
the advertising techniques used to create consumer behaviour amount to the destruction of psychic and collective individuation,advertising
"when a nation is at war, many things that might be said in time of peace are such a hindrance to its effort that their utterance will not be endured so long as men fight",freedom of speech
nuclear weapon technology would soon reach the point where it could end human life on Earth,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
students’ attitudes towards school did significantly increase as they spent more time on a year-round schedule,year round schooling
Compulsive gambling is often very detrimental to personal relationships,gambling
content-based restrictions on games are unconstitutional,the sale of violent video games to minors
"Other life-forms warrant our respect, whether or not they are of immediate benefit to us",endangered species
"Freed from political considerations related to re-election, lawmakers would be more free to vote on the merits",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
a powerpunch can do a lot of damage to a boxer,boxing
The 'defamation of religions' concept is used to justify censorship,blasphemy
the military regime in Burma is one of the world's most repressive and abusive regimes,re-engage with myanmar
"A private company will serve the needs of those who are most willing (and able) to pay, as opposed to the needs of the majority",the free market
The steady normalization of invasive advertising dulls the public’s perception of their surroundings,advertising
Immigrants are considered hostile or alien to the natural culture,the right to asylum
Gambling provides jobs,gambling
Safety nets can provide households with a cushion to invest resources more efficiently,poor communities
open dialogue about physical intimacy and health education can generate more self-esteem,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
negative impact of tighter fiscal policy could offset the positive impact,austerity measures
hydroelectric dams do not burn fossil fuels,hydroelectric dams
intellectual property is desirable because it encourages innovation,intellectual property rights
government may not prohibit the expression of an idea simply because society finds the idea offensive or disagreeable,freedom of speech
all proposed alternatives to copyright protection do not allow for viable business models,intellectual property rights
"the importance of the ""wait to have sex"" message ends up being lost when programs demonstrate and encourage the use of contraception",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
democracy is efficient,democratization
nature is all there is,atheism
we have a responsibility to act as custodians for nature,endangered species
leaks .. may have a very negative security impact for people involved,leaking of military documents
the Israeli military operation was directed at the people of Gaza as a whole,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
in a modern and democratic society no one should be expected to defer to another simply because of his birth,the monarchy
unpaid domestic work is just as valuable as paid work,housewives should be paid for their work
Patents are obstructing research,intellectual property rights
The right to collectively bargain is recognized through international human rights conventions,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
governments have a responsibility to meet individuals' reproductive needs,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Premarital sex is considered to be morally objectionable,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
The decision to leak classified information is something that is illegal,leaking of military documents
Photo identification would decrease voting,democratic governments should require voters to present photo identification at the polling station
Hamas was willing to renew the cease-fire under the original terms,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Medical Associations have called for bans on boxing,boxing
Wind power is a product with no hidden costs and economically the most inexpensive form of energy production,wind power
Choosing to be childfree is both difficult and undesirable,children
democracies don't go to war with each other,democratization
"the more democratic a regime, the less its democide",democratization
The Israeli blockade of Gaza is legal,the blockade of gaza
"if, when asked for, there is no visible help from God, there is no reason to believe that there is a God",atheism
"any attempt to implement central planning will result in more disorder, or a less efficient production and distribution of goods and services",the free market
wind power can help to reduce energy imports,wind power
welfare not only increases poverty but also increases other problems,poor communities
"free discussion is necessary to prevent the ""deep slumber of a decided opinion",freedom of speech
Wind is estimated to be more expensive than other sources,wind power
Monarchy provides a safeguard against government instability,the monarchy
competition leads to innovation and more affordable prices,the free market
The combination of attributes which God may be asserted to have are logically contradictory,atheism
High-rise blocks became notorious for crime and poverty,high rises for housing
The very fact that a species is near extinction implies that its final demise will have negligible impact,endangered species
sex before marriage and at a young age has heavy physical and emotional costs,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
there must be no constraints on the free flow of information and ideas,leaking of military documents
"the Church's ban on condoms has ""caused the death of millions",barrier methods of contraception
Dependence on government funding has had disastrous effects on the higher education sector in continental Europe,the creation of private universities in the uk
the common interest is best served by allowing participants to pursue their self-interest,the free market
Austerity programs tend to have an impact on the poorest segments of the population,austerity measures
One area of controversy surrounding casinos is their relationship to crime rates,gambling
violent video games may increase mild forms of aggressive behavior in children and young adults,the sale of violent video games to minors
China's family planning programs contribute to infanticide,the one-child policy of the republic of china
all over the world there are excellent universities run independently of the state,the creation of private universities in the uk
the state and economy are inherently separate from each other,the free market
democracy leads to chaos,democratization
all government intervention in the economy is wasteful,the free market
The idea of affirmative action is to help disadvantaged groups get back to a normal starting position after a long period of discrimination,the use of affirmative action
Availability of bribes can induce officials to contrive new rules and delays,bribery
Immigrants may overpopulate countries,the right to asylum
A large increase in population brings certain poverty on the citizenry,the one-child policy of the republic of china
markets could go wrong,the free market
The policy is controversial both within and outside of China,the one-child policy of the republic of china
the gains from free trade outweigh any losses,the free market
The policy leaves the older generations with increased chances of dependency on retirement funds or charity in order to receive support,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"Renewable energy technologies generally contribute to world energy security, reducing dependence on fossil fuel resources",hydroelectric dams
comprehensive sex education would effectively reduce the number of teenage pregnancies,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"The longer politicians are in office, the more likely they are to rip us off for their own benefit",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
A hydroelectric plant's production may be affected by requirements to keep the water level from getting to high or low,hydroelectric dams
a limitation on freedom of speech prescribed in law can be permitted if it can be justified as being a reasonable limit,freedom of speech
Pathological gambling is a common disorder that is associated with social costs,gambling
Not all depictions of violence are bad to witness,the sale of violent video games to minors
the work of Holocaust deniers should be protected by a universal right to free speech,holocaust denial
The God hypothesis is considered inferior to evolution by natural selection as explanations for the complexity of life,atheism
species are irreplaceable components of the global ecosystem,endangered species
"The American Jobs Act, would give businesses incentives to hire unemployed and disabled veterans",american jobs act
The one child policy creates social problems and personality disorders in young people,the one-child policy of the republic of china
The idea of multiculturalism had reached the end of its useful life,multiculturalism
Advertising is a powerful educational tool capable of reaching and motivating large audiences,advertising
The best way to prevent being infected or infecting someone with an STI is by using protection during sexual intercourse,barrier methods of contraception
Democracy is contrary to human nature,democratization
subsidies may distort the market and produce inefficiencies,the growing of tobacco
Wind farms are causing annoyance and ill health in people,wind power
"abstinence-only education is motivated by religious teachings, which have no place in the classroom",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Israel has a right to stop weapons from going into Gaza,the blockade of gaza
the constant threat of impending rocket attacks has caused fear and disrupted the lives of the growing number of Israelis who live within range of such attacks,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
The allegedly absurd lengths that copyright enforcement is taken to have hindered the ability of consumers to buy the products they want,intellectual property rights
Some of the austerity measures are irrational,austerity measures
"intellectual property rights may become so fragmented that, effectively, no one can take advantage of them",intellectual property rights
Welfare only breeds dependence on the government,poor communities
national pride is diminished by the monarchy,the monarchy
FOSS provides high code visibility and the ability to fix security flaws quickly and quietly,governments should choose open source software
abortion is morally wrong,partial birth abortions
Exposure to violent video games causes at least a temporary increase in aggression and this exposure correlates with aggression in the real world,the sale of violent video games to minors
Apartment blocks decrease the cost of municipal infrastructure,high rises for housing
Israel's legitimate right to self-defence is undisputable,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Social traditions or hierarchies are essential for social order,the monarchy
the Israeli blockade of the city had caused the humanitarian situation in Gaza to have reached its worst point since Israel occupied the territory in the 1967 Six-Day War,the blockade of gaza
"With no medical data to support the claimed health problems caused by performance-enhancing drugs, it is, at best, questionable",the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
The Gaza blockade inflicted excessive damage to the civilian population in relation to the concrete military advantage expected,the blockade of gaza
it is competition between buyers and sellers that channels the profit motive of individuals on both sides of the transaction such that improved products are produced and at lower costs,the free market
criminals ignore gun control laws,the right to bear arms
"aggressive children tend to select more violent video games, not the inverse",the sale of violent video games to minors
the only way to effectively end violence is by granting amnesties,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
government should intervene to prevent market failure,the free market
Religions teachings are outdated in comparison with modern Western morals,atheism
Racial stratification continues to occur,the use of affirmative action
Freer markets result in freer people,the free market
boxing commissions and other sanctioning bodies were established to regulate the sport,boxing
Toxic compounds in tobacco constitute serious health hazards,the growing of tobacco
laws that forbid the carrying of arms .. disarm only those who are neither inclined nor determined to commit crimes,the right to bear arms
Biodiversity is a source of economic wealth,endangered species
physical exercise may help decrease some of the effects of childhood and adult obesity,physical education
Wind power development cuts dependence on fossil fuels,wind power
building large dams and reservoirs often involves displacing people and wildlife,hydroelectric dams
Copyright law is fair and just,intellectual property rights
professional armed forces can be more expensive than a draft-based military,national service
Holocaust denial is a convenient polemical substitute for anti-semitism,holocaust denial
Monarchy provides a focal point for unity and tradition,the monarchy
electronic funds transfers inherent in online gambling are being exploited by criminal interests,gambling
"Through free competition between vendors for the provision of products and services, prices tend to decrease, and quality tends to increase",the free market
An open primary law is in general unconstitutional,open primaries
Multiculturalism undermines national unity,multiculturalism
democratic institutions would do no more than shift the exercise of power from oppression to manipulation,democratization
boxing is the only sport where hurting the other athlete is the goal,boxing
"objective moral truths and the binding nature of obligations suggests a high power to enforce them, regarded as God",atheism
depressions result only from government intervention,the free market
arms allow for successful rebellions against tyranny,the right to bear arms
Free trade can enhance national security,the free market
"After completion of the Keystone XL line, oil pipelines to the U.S. may run nearly half-empty",the keystone xl pipeline
Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression,leaking of military documents
It is incorrect to force only one view,holocaust denial
certain features of the universe and of living things are the product of an intelligent cause,atheism
Unfettered markets undermine the social order,the free market
states do not have the right to decide that some video games are too violent for [minors,the sale of violent video games to minors
multinationality in a single state should necessarily comprise the right to express and exercise national identity even by minorities,multiculturalism
Production of wind power does not release any pollutants,wind power
Affirmative action may increase racial tension and benefit the more privileged people within minority groups at the expense of the least fortunate within majority groups,the use of affirmative action
using quotas displaces individuals that would normally be favored based on their individual achievements,the use of affirmative action
Hydroelectric plants have the advantage of being long-lived,hydroelectric dams
bringing back the draft would remedy the social disparity,national service
individuals are making judgments about threats and information they are not qualified to make,leaking of military documents
wealth of biodiversity is important for future generations,endangered species
violent games help students deal with stress and aggression,the sale of violent video games to minors
A single election in which the party nominee is selected by nonparty members could be enough to destroy the party,open primaries
the freedom of expression does not justify in any way whatsoever the defamation of religions,blasphemy
Only children are more likely to make outside friends,the one-child policy of the republic of china
economic inequality reduces social cohesion and increases social unrest,poor communities
Free-market capitalism is seen as the basis for a free and prosperous society,the free market
Gun ownership is seen as a civil right,the right to bear arms
"The OSS development approach has helped produce reliable, high quality software",governments should choose open source software
FOSS cannot be used with other types of software,governments should choose open source software
"wide availability results in increased scrutiny of the source code, making open source software more secure",governments should choose open source software
"Sex-abstinence programs do not stop risky sexual behavior, or help in the prevention of unwanted pregnancy",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the open primary allows nonpartisan or independent voters to participate in the nominating process,open primaries
Government subsides for tobacco farming do not make economic sense,the growing of tobacco
pathological gambling is an addiction similar to chemical addiction,gambling
Gaza was blockaded by Israel in response to the rocket and mortar attacks by Hamas and other militant groups operating inside Gaza,the blockade of gaza
Israelis have been killed by the unlawful rocket and mortar attacks from Gaza,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
The evidence allegedly proving the existence of God is insufficient,atheism
Programs that do not take the interests of women into account are unlikely to succeed,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Financial liberalization and privatization coincide with democratization,the free market
"a ""competitive education market"" would lead to ""innovation and improvement",fund education using a voucher scheme
Multicultural education in public schools would promote acceptance of diversity,multiculturalism
Affirmative action undermines the achievements of minorities,the use of affirmative action
Low self-esteem that stems from teenage advertising can have detrimental effects on teenagers,advertising
sexual behavior outside of marriage is immoral,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
a well-armed citizenry prevents crime,the right to bear arms
Wind turbines have the potential to have adverse effects on tourism,wind power
D&X would be safer and would involve fewer risks for the women,partial birth abortions
The policy had proved remarkably effective,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"In an already flawed system, earmarks can at least allow residents of Congressional districts to have a greater role in allocating federal funds",congressional earmarks
copyright drives the economy by compelling creativity,intellectual property rights
one can not tolerate free speech concerning drugs,freedom of speech
all people should be treated similarly,the use of affirmative action
Self-interested competition in the free market would tend to benefit society as a whole,the free market
laissez-faire government policy is more desirable than government intervention in the economy,the free market
"as the occupying power, Israel has a duty under international law to ensure the welfare of Gaza’s inhabitants",the blockade of gaza
"Blasphemy laws can be used to victimize non-members of, and dissident members of, the state religion",blasphemy
the human population is far greater than the Earth can handle,children
The open primary can be seen as good for voter participation,open primaries
people should make their own choices with their money,the free market
"a morality based on sex only within the bounds of marriage is ""healthy and constructive",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
such programs fail to provide adequate information to protect the health of adolescents,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the cooperation of a free market is superior “because it is the only method by which our activities can be adjusted to each other without coercive or arbitrary intervention of authority,the free market
There is no reason to conclude that natural family planning is appropriate but that 'artificial' means are not,barrier methods of contraception
the environmental effects of wind power are relatively minor,wind power
"since artificial contraception expressly prevents the creation of a new life (and, the Church would argue, removes the sovereignty of God over all of Creation), contraception is unacceptable",barrier methods of contraception
"rather than 'punish' the banks and others truly responsible for the crisis, the government is instead 'punishing' regular people for the 'crimes' of others",austerity measures
"The theory of natural selection is much simpler than the theory of the existence of such a complex being, and thus preferable",atheism
"Liberty is possible only with social justice and an equitable distribution of wealth and power, which in turn require a degree of active government intervention",the free market
Planning policies which increase population densities in urban areas do tend to reduce car use,high rises for housing
The plight of the boat people became an international humanitarian crisis,the right to asylum
Israeli military attacks were launched in response to militants firing missiles,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Welfare makes an incentive to not find work,poor communities
"As a form of collective punishment, Israel’s continuing blockade of Gaza is a flagrant violation of international law",the blockade of gaza
Transitional justice is one of the signaling mechanisms that governments can use to show that they are breaking away from past practices,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
Ads are a detriment to society because they tell consumers that accumulating more and more possessions will bring them closer to self-actualization,advertising
abortion has negative effects on society,partial birth abortions
criminal use of guns is far more common than self-defense use of guns,the right to bear arms
Unfettered markets do not lead to social justice,the free market
It should be the policy of government to aid and foster certain activities or kinds of business that strengthen a nation,the free market
Boxing is very brutal,boxing
the high-speed instant gratification of Internet games and the high level of privacy they offer may exacerbate problem and pathological gambling,gambling
With the open primary more voters become independent and are less likely to participate in the nominating or election processes,open primaries
guns are needed for personal security,the right to bear arms
there are several key advantages that the BCS has over a playoff system,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
"the people', not the members of one family, should be sovereign",the monarchy
The primary motivation for most deniers is anti-Semitism,holocaust denial
human rights can be limited or even pushed aside during times of national emergency,freedom of speech
Israel's blockade of Gaza is illegal,the blockade of gaza
tragedies are entirely avoidable if Israel heeds the repeated calls of the international community to end its counterproductive and unacceptable blockade of Gaza,the blockade of gaza
A country has the right to decide that it chooses not to engage in economic relations or to give economic assistance to the other party to the conflict,the blockade of gaza
Condoms are a sin in any circumstances,barrier methods of contraception
raising children is a very important activity,children
"the consequences of Israel’s failure to maintain the blockade would be “an Iranian port in Gaza, only a few dozen kilometers from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem",the blockade of gaza
nuclear holocaust could result in an end to human life,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
it has been claimed to be morally objectionable to bring a potential person into existence,children
Multiculturalism is a developmental journey through which an individual enhances knowledge and skills about different cultures,multiculturalism
an open seaport in the Gaza Strip endangered the security of Israel,the blockade of gaza
The present system of strong copyrights has been largely successful in financing the creation and distribution of a wide variety of works,intellectual property rights
government at times has to intervene to ensure competition in large and important industries,the free market
"when two countries each have nuclear weapons, the probability of a direct war between them greatly decreases",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Various games are accused of causing addiction and even violent behavior,the sale of violent video games to minors
one cannot own information without owning other people,intellectual property rights
cultural diversity is as necessary for humankind as biodiversity is for the nature,multiculturalism
Hydropower is an extremely flexible technology,hydroelectric dams
abstinence-only-until-marriage programs are ineffective,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
monarchies are unfashionable,the monarchy
Historical racism continues to be reflected in socio-economic inequality,the use of affirmative action
Many tower blocks experience structural decay,high rises for housing
Earmarks are Good for American Democracy,congressional earmarks
Multiculturalism tends to emphasize the rights of ethnic minorities at the expense of the majority,multiculturalism
any decision should be left up to the woman within whose body the fetus is growing,partial birth abortions
citizens need to arm themselves to safeguard political liberties against threats by the government,the right to bear arms
there is not good argument for God's existence that arises from pure reason alone,atheism
Substance abuse can be harmful to your health and may even be deadly in certain scenarios,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
a central planning authority would have to be endowed with powers that would impact and ultimately control social life,the free market
Collective bargaining is intrinsically valuable as an experience in self-government,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Affirmative action is intended to ensure that minority groups within a society are included in all programs,the use of affirmative action
the circumstances of wartime permit greater restrictions on free speech than would be allowable during peacetime,freedom of speech
wind power can improve energy security,wind power
Protectionism creates poverty,the free market
Citizens in a diverse democratic society should be able to maintain attachments to their cultural communities,multiculturalism
The ongoing Israeli military operation in Gaza resulted in massive violations of human rights of the Palestinian people,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
The freedom of speech and of the press does not confer an absolute right to express without any responsibility,freedom of speech
rapid rates of biodiversity loss threatens the sustained well-being of humanity,endangered species
Internet gambling is a growing problem for banks and credit card companies,gambling
democracies are more peaceful in general,democratization
Free software can result in permanently lower costs compared to proprietary software,governments should choose open source software
The right to freedom of speech and expression may be limited when conflicting with other rights,freedom of speech
The male condom provides excellent protection against sexually transmitted infections,barrier methods of contraception
There can be some problems associated with winning a lottery jackpot,gambling
Subsidies are inefficient,poor communities
Some parents may over-indulge their only child,the one-child policy of the republic of china
A multicultural society can never be strong,multiculturalism
new nuclear states often lack adequate organizational controls over their new weapons,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
high rates of education are essential for countries to be able to achieve high levels of economic growth,raising the school leaving age to 18
Hydroelectric plants can be easily regulated to follow variations in power demand,hydroelectric dams
lesser dependence on proprietary software allows for easier integration of various systems,governments should choose open source software
"something caused the Universe to exist, and this First Cause must be God",atheism
Affirmative action is designed to improve the well being of perceived backward and under represented communities,the use of affirmative action
The individual freedom of expression is essential to the well-being of society,leaking of military documents
democracy is actually a decline of civilization,democratization
Abstinence from reproduction is seen as an altruistic choice,children
Biodiversity is known to have an important role in reducing disaster risk,endangered species
The typical knock out results in a sustained loss of consciousness,boxing
The draft has been perceived by some as unfairly targeting the poor and lower middle classes,national service
"Living in larger, more spread out spaces generally makes public services more expensive",high rises for housing
Having more nuclear nuclear-weapon states will reduce security for all,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"God's existence ""can be known with certainty from the created world by the natural light of human reason",atheism
there is no such thing as unlimited freedom,freedom of speech
Israeli citizens in the south have been suffering from rockets being fired at them,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
public opinion is overwhelmingly opposed to nuclearization,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
the theory of a universe without a God is preferable to the theory of a universe with a God,atheism
the current compulsory schooling system violates a basic fundamental right of humans: the right to decide what enters our minds,raising the school leaving age to 18
Dams attenuate floods which may affect the ecology and agriculture seriously,hydroelectric dams
The rocket attacks have caused widespread fear and hardship in Israeli border towns,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Redistributive policies have an adverse effect on investment and economic growth,poor communities
there is an inherent tendency toward oligolopolistic structures when laissez-faire is combined with capitalist private property,the free market
There is no connection between exposure to media violence and real life violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
Israel's right to defend itself is recognized,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Reasonable restrictions upon free speech serve public order,freedom of speech
economic sanctions and political pressure by Western countries on Burma was counter-productive and futile,re-engage with myanmar
"the reaction of the armed forces of Israel was condemned as ""disproportional",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
abortion is justifiable if a continuation of pregnancy might cause the woman severe physical or psychological harm,partial birth abortions
God and evil are logically incompatible,atheism
A partial-birth abortion bears no relevance to any measure needed to advance the health of any woman,partial birth abortions
human economic productivity is largely reliant on Earth's ecosystems,endangered species
the dramatic decrease in Chinese fertility started before the program began in 1979 for unrelated factors,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Patents may hinder innovation,intellectual property rights
Monarchy is a check against possible illegal action by politicians,the monarchy
Israel's UAV attacks were a violation of International Humanitarian Law,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Affirmative action violates the principle of equal treatment just as much as negative discrimination,the use of affirmative action
Religion is viewed as a human invention used to frighten people into following moral order,atheism
Free markets are the most productive markets,the free market
less costs of marketing and logistical services are needed for OSS,governments should choose open source software
"Flag burning is most likely to be indulged in not to express any particular idea, but to antagonize others",burning the stars and stripes
"Precisely because the repercussions that decisions of a security nature have on the life of nation, it is suitable to open the door to openly exchanging of views on security issues",leaking of military documents
Markets would lead to equality,the free market
"disproportionate destruction and violence against civilians were part of a deliberate policy"" by Israel",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Democracies decay into anarchy,democratization
antinatalist policies could solve problems such as overpopulation,children
Disadvantages of hydroelectricity systems include: dislocation of people living where the reservoirs are planned,hydroelectric dams
Truth-seeking processes aim to enable societies to examine and come to terms with past crimes and human rights violations in order to prevent their recurrence,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
Hydroelectric projects can be disruptive to surrounding aquatic ecosystems,hydroelectric dams
Peoples have the right to the dignity and diversity of their cultures,multiculturalism
Social inequalities result from free-market outcomes,the free market
"sexual behavior after puberty is a given, and it is therefore crucial to provide information about the risks and how they can be minimized",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Dams can also flood various ecosystems on land and may cause extinctions,hydroelectric dams
"the greater the threat of mutual destruction, the safer the world would be",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"The filling of large reservoirs can induce earth tremors, which may be large enough to be objectionable or destructive",hydroelectric dams
"As time progresses, renewable energy generally gets cheaper,[REF][REF] while fossil fuels generally get more expensive",hydroelectric dams
Abstinence-only programs have no positive effects,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
It is a crime to continue imposing the blockade against the Gaza Strip,the blockade of gaza
the long standing notion of separation between advertising and editorial/creative sides of media is rapidly crumbling,advertising
The purpose of censorship is to prevent the publication of security information which could benefit the enemy or harm the State,leaking of military documents
The conservation of biological diversity is an integral part of the development process,endangered species
Expectations of when a monetary transaction is appropriate can differ from place to place,bribery
education on condom use reduces behaviors that increase the risk of breakage and slippage,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"Comprehensive sex education covers abstinence as a positive choice, but also teaches about contraception and avoidance of STIs",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"contraception ""contradicts the will of the Author of life [God",barrier methods of contraception
Economic and political freedom are mutually dependent,the free market
The spread of nuclear weapons can increase international stability,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"the existence of the Universe requires an explanation, and the creation of the Universe by a First Cause, generally assumed to be God, is that explanation",atheism
Holocaust denial propaganda in all forms has shown to influence the audiences that it reaches,holocaust denial
threats to our old energy systems provide a rationale for investing in renewable energy,hydroelectric dams
deficit spending may create inflation,austerity measures
"the more racially diverse a community is, the greater the loss of trust",multiculturalism
Parents have the exclusive right to determine freely and responsibly the number and spacing of their children,the one-child policy of the republic of china
religion was born of fear and ignorance,atheism
Nuclear proliferation increases the chance of inter-state nuclear conflict,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Defensive use of guns is both common and effective in preventing injury and property loss,the right to bear arms
Boxing is an obscenity that should not be sanctioned by any civilized society,boxing
free market relationships are considered as structured upon coercion,the free market
it was Hamas that broke the truce,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
overpopulation is a serious problem,children
contact with the affairs of state is one of the most corrupting of the influences to which men are exposed,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
Condoms have the feature of helping to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases,barrier methods of contraception
wind power is dependent on weather systems,wind power
"In some countries which have laws on racial equality, affirmative action is rendered illegal because it does not treat all races equally",the use of affirmative action
free trade increases the global level of output,the free market
more countries with nuclear weapons may increase the possibility of nuclear warfare,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Abstinence is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the BCS routinely involves controversy about which two teams are the best in the nation,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
"in a cost-to-benefit ratio, conscription during peace time is not worthwhile",national service
Reservoir failures can generate huge increases in flow down a river valley with the potential to wash away towns and villages and cause considerable loss of life,hydroelectric dams
oil sands industry has been identified as the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions growth in Canada,the keystone xl pipeline
To stay healthy it is important to engage in physical activity,physical education
The purpose of classification is to protect information from being used to damage or endanger national security,leaking of military documents
The use of force is the last thing Burma needs right now,re-engage with myanmar
nuclear weapons had become a source of extreme risk,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
recognition and rights accorded to specific groups may interfere with the state's need to establish a cohesive identity,multiculturalism
a free market environment) would not be able to adjust effectively to excess supply and demand,the free market
Asylum seekers are motivated by the availability of benefits,the right to asylum
people must have the opportunity to decide what political matters actually are and what should be brought up for deliberation,democratization
Blockades and other forms of economic sanction are permitted in international law,the blockade of gaza
Monarchy is viewed as outdated and irrelevant,the monarchy
affirmative action policies encourage non-preferred groups to designate themselves as members of preferred groups,the use of affirmative action
impersonal market forces protect people from discrimination in their economic activities for reasons unrelated to their productivity,the free market
advertising has the potential to persuade people into commercial transactions that they might otherwise avoid,advertising
"the disproportionate use of force by Israel, which causes suffering to the civilian population, can be neither understood nor justified",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the responsibility of government should involve enough surveillance over the enterprise system to ensure the social usefulness of all economic activity,the free market
the best thing for a man is not to be born,children
children who fail to engage in regular physical activity are at greater risk of obesity,physical education
"voters ""overwhelmingly support term limits",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
A large percent of the profits from tobacco production go to large tobacco companies rather than local tobacco farmers,the growing of tobacco
wealth and income inequality are a cause of economic crises,poor communities
The freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining are defined as an essential right of workers,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
qualifications should be the only determining factor,the use of affirmative action
Evidence does not support the use of abstinence only sex education,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
smoking tobacco is among the leading causes of many diseases,the growing of tobacco
"Farms and villages can be flooded by the creation of reservoirs, ruining many livelihoods",hydroelectric dams
Austerity programs tend to have an adverse impact on the poorest segments of the population,austerity measures
the First Amendment does not guarantee the right to employ every conceivable method of communication at all times and in all places,burning the stars and stripes
such programs verge on religious interference in secular education,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
children need the 2–3 months off to relax and also to take a break from other childhood stresses associated with school,year round schooling
abstinence-only programs deprive teenagers of critical information about sexuality,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
markets depend on state regulation for their stability,the free market
copyright law protects corporate interests while criminalizing legitimate use,intellectual property rights
economic growth requires population growth,children
Abstinence is the only way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases,barrier methods of contraception
There is evidence for the existence of a God,atheism
"without redistribution, one generation's successful individuals would become the next generation's embedded caste",poor communities
Condoms can save life,barrier methods of contraception
Having children is such a positive contribution to the world,children
"abstinence-only sex education programs ""reduce risky sexual behaviours",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Proper use of condoms reduces contact and risk,barrier methods of contraception
Environmental costs are imposed on communities living downstream of the dams,hydroelectric dams
Public universities often have much lower tuition than private universities,the creation of private universities in the uk
Israel was widely criticised by human rights groups for using heavy firepower and causing hundreds of civilian casualties,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Israel was acting in self-defence,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
a free market is efficient at resource allocation,the free market
"All people have access to the source code, including potential attackers",governments should choose open source software
"a centrally planned economy can provide public goods which would not have been available at all, or might require explicit government provision, in a market economy",the free market
Multiculturalism hinders equity and equality in society,multiculturalism
apartment buildings have high levels of security,high rises for housing
Hydroelectric power is usually extremely dispatchable and more reliable than other renewable energy sources,hydroelectric dams
The idea of God necessarily ends in the enslavement of mankind,atheism
Monarchy encourages a feeling of dependency in many people who should instead have confidence in themselves and their fellow citizens,the monarchy
voluntary human extinction is advisable due to limited resources,children
Human extinction is the best solution to the problems facing the Earth's biosphere and humanity,children
freedom of expression is not absolute and can be limited under certain situations,freedom of speech
separation of older people from active roles in society is normal and appropriate,a mandatory retirement age
recognition and rights accorded to specific groups may interfere with the state's need to establish a cohesive identity,the use of affirmative action
arguments for the existence of God show insufficient reason to believe,atheism
open source software promotes better programs and a higher standard of code,governments should choose open source software
Contraception is always seriously evil,barrier methods of contraception
there does not exist strong evidence that any particular abstinence program is effective at delaying sex or reducing sexual behavior,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
a hereditary system condemns each heir to the throne to an abnormal childhood,the monarchy
widespread gun ownership is protection against tyranny,the right to bear arms
Certain restrictions on abortion could be used to form a slippery slope against all abortions,partial birth abortions
Holocaust denial is generally viewed as antisemitic,holocaust denial
"The policy is controversial both within and outside China because of the manner in which the policy has been implemented, and because of concerns about negative social consequences",the one-child policy of the republic of china
A major advantage to open source code is the ability for a variety of different people to edit and fix problems and errors that have occurred,governments should choose open source software
Democratic nations have less genocide and politicide,democratization
a playoff system would create conflicts with student-athletes' studies,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Differential treatment of racial groups is intended to ameliorate past discrimination,the use of affirmative action
only children are higher in achievement motivation,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"Israel used ""decisive force to enhance regional deterrence",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Collective bargaining contributes to the effective conduct of public business,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
numerous researchers have proposed potential positive effects of video games,the sale of violent video games to minors
Countries with conservative attitudes towards sex education have a higher incidence of STIs and teenage pregnancy,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"all licit sexual acts must be both unitive (express love), and procreative",barrier methods of contraception
"since the transition to new government in August 2011, Burma's human rights record has been improving",re-engage with myanmar
Israel's actions in Gaza are both disproportionate and clearly contrary to international humanitarian law,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Inactivity is one of the leading preventable causes of death worldwide,physical education
Denial is among the surest indicators of further genocidal massacres,holocaust denial
it is a slippery slope to imprison someone due to the lack of factual accuracy or unpopularity of their opinions,holocaust denial
Single-family houses are part of a much more energy and carbon-intensive lifestyle,high rises for housing
legal gambling provides significant government revenue,gambling
Full contact sports tend to cause injuries,boxing
The blockade is possibly a crime against humanity,the blockade of gaza
The pipeline's permit was based on a deficient environmental impact statement,the keystone xl pipeline
The blockade is a collective form of punishment on a civilian population,the blockade of gaza
the benefits of a specialised society may be compromised by democracy,democratization
The existences of a god and of evil are logically incompatible,atheism
Multiculturalism ultimately erodes the host nations' distinct culture,multiculturalism
the blockade is legal,the blockade of gaza
the absolute quantity of goods and services produced is highest under free trade,the free market
A positive correlation between the strengthening of the IP system and subsequent economic growth was found,intellectual property rights
hydroelectric power can be far less expensive than electricity generated from fossil fuels or nuclear energy,hydroelectric dams
Freedom of speech does not allow a person to contempt the courts,freedom of speech
The environmental benefits of renewable energy technologies are widely recognised,hydroelectric dams
"Israel was ""compelled to continue to take these defensive measures"" to protect more than 200,000 Israelis living under the threat of Palestinian rocket barrages.Militants",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Flag burning is constitutionally-protected free speech,burning the stars and stripes
Peace and stability will not come to the region as long as the blockade of Gaza persists,the blockade of gaza
Right-to-carry laws serve as a deterrent against crime,the right to bear arms
Corruption undermines democracy and good governance,bribery
Frequent and regular aerobic exercise has been shown to help prevent or treat serious and life-threatening chronic conditions,physical education
"A community of separate cultures fosters a rights mentality, rather than a responsibilities mentality",multiculturalism
The offence of blasphemous libel is believed by some to be contrary to the freedom of speech,blasphemy
Conscription represents slavery and involuntary servitude,national service
Regulation of online gambling is a better alternative than the prohibition of internet gambling,gambling
"proprietary software commonly contains ""malicious features",governments should choose open source software
wind power produces a net decrease in greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution,wind power
multiculturalism is a tool for instilling students with pride and confidence in their unique and special backgrounds,multiculturalism
Coercive measures were used to achieve the desired results of the one-child policy,the one-child policy of the republic of china
The free market is believed to self-regulate in the most efficient and just way,the free market
Tower blocks may be inherently more prone to casualties from a fire,high rises for housing
the law should not criminalize just exercises of the right to control one’s own body,partial birth abortions
The cultivation of tobacco can be economically detrimental to developing countries,the growing of tobacco
"the ""limited trickle"" of items into Gaza continue the effective collective punishment of the civilian population",the blockade of gaza
The draft obliged male citizens to pay society back through their military or civilian service,national service
current Israeli restrictions are counterproductive for Israel's long term security,the blockade of gaza
"Without restrictions, total freedom of speech would allow freedom to slander",freedom of speech
Committee members can exploit pork barrel projects for electoral purposes,congressional earmarks
"deliberate abortions are placed in the ""same moral category"" as killing an innocent adult human being",partial birth abortions
religion is socially dangerous,atheism
in the case of a mandatory draft members of the U.S. Congress would be much less likely to authorize an unnecessary war,national service
economic inequality contributes to crime,poor communities
peak wind speeds may not coincide with peak demand for electrical power,wind power
Affirmative action fails to achieve its goals,the use of affirmative action
Justice is a prerequisite for reconciliation rather than an alternative to it,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
The referee intervenes to avoid unnecessary damage or potential injury,boxing
religion is a positive civilizing influence on society,atheism
The naval blockade imposed on the Gaza Strip by Israel conforms to the rules of international law,the blockade of gaza
youth do not get the physical outlet needed not only for their cognitive development but for their physical health,physical education
The denial of such an unimaginable murder of millions cannot simply be accepted as something protected by the freedom of speech,holocaust denial
only a free market can create healthy competition and therefore more business,the free market
Corruption undermines the legitimacy of government and democratic values,bribery
the decision to abort must be left to the mother and her physician,partial birth abortions
freedom of movement is often recognized as a civil right,the right to asylum
That trouble and pain which the parents undergo on the birth of their children cannot be compensated even in a hundred years,children
Free trade allows maximum exploitation of workers by capital,the free market
There are harmful long-term effects of many doping agents,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
"violent video games promote violent behavior, attitudes and beliefs by desensitizing an individual to aggression",the sale of violent video games to minors
the social and economic consequences of casino gambling outweigh the initial revenue that may be generated,gambling
Large hydroelectric power plants flooding immense forest areas emit large amounts of methane to the atmosphere,hydroelectric dams
the benefits of free trade outweigh the losses,the free market
Wind power has poor capacity contribution,wind power
"free trade encourages economic interdependence between countries, reducing the likelihood of war",the free market
authority over the economy leads to totalitarianism,the free market
Nuclear weapons have become a source of extreme risk,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
individual self-interest operating in a competitive market place produces the unique conditions under which a society’s total utility is maximized,the free market
gambling is a type of regressive tax on the individuals,gambling
the Second Amendment guarantees an individual's right to own a firearm,the right to bear arms
The lack of mandatory limits to tenure is regarded as a dangerous defect,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
boxing remains the 8th most deadly sport,boxing
"grave imbalances are produced when economic action, conceived merely as an engine for wealth creation, is detached from political action",the free market
social justice requires redistribution of high incomes and large concentrations of wealth in a way that spreads it more widely,poor communities
interference by the state over the centuries in property ownership has had dire consequences for justice as well as for economic productivity,intellectual property rights
race and sex shouldn't matter when getting a job,the use of affirmative action
The individual savings rate has increased since the one-child policy was introduced,the one-child policy of the republic of china
democracies would be inherently unstable and chaotic in their policies due to the changing whims of the people,democratization
the access to guns leads to more violence,the right to bear arms
"freedom of speech, in order to exist and function, necessarily extends to even the unpopular",freedom of speech
the best interests in a given society are achieved by allowing its participants to pursue their own financial self-interest with little or no restraint,the free market
The right to bargain collectively with an employer enhances the human dignity,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
it is inherently immoral to bring people into the world,children
Affirmative action perpetuates racial division,the use of affirmative action
the one-child policy is not effective enough to justify its costs,the one-child policy of the republic of china
the quality of care may decrease in response to the call for profit-making and efficiency,housewives should be paid for their work
democracy is criticised for not offering enough political stability,democratization
teaching of contraception for school children presume premarital sex from the outset and somewhat imply that such things are morally permissible,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
power of the purse is one of Congress's primary checks on the executive branch,congressional earmarks
"the sexual act must ""retain its intrinsic relationship to the procreation of human life",barrier methods of contraception
a bigger role of the government in the economy will make people feel less responsible for the society,the free market
The situation in Gaza is the direct result of Hamas' rule and priorities,the blockade of gaza
allowing law-abiding citizens to carry concealed firearms deters crime,the right to bear arms
Centralized planning leads to malinvestment of capital,the free market
the market is the most fair and efficient arbitrator of resources,the free market
academics will only be able to challenge prevailing opinion if they are independent of government funding,the creation of private universities in the uk
The advertising of certain products may strongly offend some people,advertising
The monarch is immune from criminal prosecution,the monarchy
less stratified economies are more socially just,poor communities
The policy is considered as a great success in helping to implement China's current economic growth,the one-child policy of the republic of china
corruption inflates the cost of business,bribery
The policy is a possible cause behind China's gender imbalance,the one-child policy of the republic of china
The situation in Gaza is unsustainable and unacceptable,the blockade of gaza
All children lose academic skills during the summer months,year round schooling
quality works can be created even in the absence of a copyright-enforced monopoly rent,intellectual property rights
A large dam can endanger ecosystems by restricting the motion of marine animals,hydroelectric dams
Open source provides a flexibility not available in closed products,governments should choose open source software
government information should be available to the public,leaking of military documents
the standard of human life will worsen if resources are consumed by a growing population,children
the abolition of the draft would lead to recruitment shortages even for higher ranking positions,national service
Multicultural education provides a relatively fairer learning environment for international students,multiculturalism
The official goal of democracy of eliminating elite rule is impossible,democratization
Truth commissions risk conflicting or undermining criminal prosecutions,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
Jews' rights are best protected in open and tolerant democracies that actively prosecute all forms of racial and religious hatred,holocaust denial
commercial tobacco production is a vital part of the American and world economy,the growing of tobacco
corrective policies limit the incentive system of the market,the free market
advertising focuses on looking toward external rewards for a sense of self,advertising
the vast majority of Americans favor broader sex education programs over those that teach only abstinence,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the blockade is necessary to limit Palestinian rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip,the blockade of gaza
religion is nothing more than a social construct that primitive humans evolved,atheism
The right to free speech conflicts with other rights,freedom of speech
Contraception denies the sovereign role of God in the transmission of human life,barrier methods of contraception
humans are losing animals that could have served as biological control agents,endangered species
theistic religions devalue human compassion and morality,atheism
Wind power produces no greenhouse gas emissions during operation,wind power
Abuse is common in homes where pathological gambling is present,gambling
Too much exercise can be harmful,physical education
The policies' narrow focus leads to coercion and decreased quality of care,the one-child policy of the republic of china
there are several significant social and environmental disadvantages of large-scale hydroelectric power systems,hydroelectric dams
Israel targeted Palestinian civilians as a matter of policy,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Nuclear disarmament could lead to increased global instability,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"Abortion, which would involve the deliberate destruction of life, should be rejected",partial birth abortions
condoms are acceptable as a means of preventing AIDS,barrier methods of contraception
democracy can help to build trust and settle old disputes with dignity,democratization
"Israel ""could not lift the embargo altogether as long as Hamas remains in control"" of Gaza",the blockade of gaza
"Freedom of expression should permit people to express whatever opinions they have, even if they are offensive",blasphemy
smoking-related health problems contribute to rising health care costs,the growing of tobacco
The human rights of women include their right to have control over and decide freely and responsibly on matters related to their sexuality,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Press freedom is the right of the people,freedom of speech
Cultural diversity is the common heritage of humanity,multiculturalism
The IDF's operations allowed Gazans to resume normalcy,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"The new establishment of democratic institutions in countries where the associated practices have as yet been uncommon or deemed culturally unacceptable, can result in institutions, that are not sustainable in the long term",democratization
affirmative action hurts its intended beneficiaries,the use of affirmative action
computer games cause violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
A continuation of the rapid population growth that had been occurring would hinder China's development as a nation,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Multiculturalism perpetuates conflicts between and within groups,multiculturalism
there ought to be a higher rate of population growth than what is currently mainstream,children
human existence is causing environmental damage which will eventually bring about the extinction of humans (as well as other organisms,children
God must exist to give force to moral obligations,atheism
The monarchy works well,the monarchy
an unchanging God cannot be the source of an ever changing world,atheism
Incumbents have too great an electoral advantage,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
You can't legislate morality,the use of affirmative action
If schools are open for longer the operating and maintenance costs may increase,year round schooling
"everything in the Universe has a purpose, which must have been caused by God",atheism
a full-scale nuclear war could potentially bring about the extinction of the human race,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
there is no moral impediment to gambling,gambling
a lower rate of redistribution in a given society increases the inequality found among future incomes,poor communities
victims and communities affected by past crimes have the right to know the identity of suspected perpetrators,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
it should be a fundamental right of the people of any nation to elect their head of state and for every citizen to be eligible to hold that office,the monarchy
Truth and reconciliation commissions can provide proof against historical revisionism of state terrorism and other crimes and human rights abuses,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
"Implementation of a playoff system would lead to other, more serious consequences",implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Physical fitness can prevent or treat many chronic health conditions,physical education
it is wrong to intentionally have a child when there are so many children available for adoption,children
online advertising has implications on the privacy and anonymity of users,advertising
Being childless is considered bizarre,children
acknowledgment of God or the gods is a major factor in motivating people towards moral behavior,atheism
Democracies have the potential to put in place better education,democratization
the Crown is a guarantor against the misuse of constitutional power by politicians,the monarchy
Professionally-skilled conscripts are difficult to replace in the civilian workforce,national service
"many skills can be learned from the gaming experience, it builds practical and intellectual skills",the sale of violent video games to minors
children learn best with freedom from coercion,physical education
an act which deliberately attempts to divorce the unitive and procreative meaning of the marital act is opposed to God's plan for life,barrier methods of contraception
High-rise structures also pose serious challenges to firefighters during emergencies,high rises for housing
Addicted gamblers cost companies loss of productivity and profit,gambling
immigrants have high rates of criminality,the right to asylum
The monarchy remains a symbol of imperialism and colonialism,the monarchy
people worldwide had been physically displaced as a direct result of dam construction,hydroelectric dams
the pipeline could pollute air and water supplies,the keystone xl pipeline
"The problem of AIDS cannot be overcome by the distribution of prophylactics: on the contrary, they increase it",barrier methods of contraception
Freedom of expression is the lifeblood of any free and open society,freedom of speech
Multiculturalism threatens social cohesion,multiculturalism
Pathological gambling is similar to many other impulse control disorders,gambling
"Large reservoirs required for the operation of hydroelectric power stations result in submersion of extensive areas upstream of the dams, destroying biologically rich and productive lowland",hydroelectric dams
Wind-generated power is a variable resource,wind power
Hydro plants are able to act as load following power plants,hydroelectric dams
Cigarette smoking produces substantial health-related economic costs to society,the growing of tobacco
"Of all the statist violations of individual rights in a mixed economy, the military draft is the worst",national service
the widely available code for open-source software makes it easier to identify security vulnerabilities,governments should choose open source software
"the commercial basis of media, journalism, and communication could have troubling implications for democracy",advertising
Affirmative action policies reduce the incentives of both the preferred and non-preferred to perform at their best,the use of affirmative action
users should be able to study and change the software they use,governments should choose open source software
Flag burning is protected speech under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution,burning the stars and stripes
Constitutional monarchy is outdated,the monarchy
members of minorities require specific provisions and rights to ensure that they are not marginalised within society,the use of affirmative action
the blockade on Gaza is neither sustainable nor tenable in its present form,the blockade of gaza
Corruption adds to economic inequality,bribery
there is no encouragement of those receiving aid to resume working,poor communities
20th century advertising is the most powerful and sustained system of propaganda in human history,advertising
"democracy has repeatedly proven to be a fundamentally better system (ethically, politically, economically) than any of the alternatives",democratization
Frequent and regular physical exercise boosts the immune system,physical education
identical treatment may sometimes act to preserve inequality rather than eliminate it,the use of affirmative action
granting developers temporary monopolies over their works encourages further development and creativity,intellectual property rights
"The construction of new hydroelectric power plants means environmental impacts as large areas need to be flooded, altering the ecosystem",hydroelectric dams
Collective bargaining is regarded as a human right,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
"a benevolent deity ought to create only happy creatures, not an imperfect world like the real world",atheism
Monarchy is the enemy of merit and aspiration,the monarchy
care work is directly related to the health of a society as well as to the economic development of that society,housewives should be paid for their work
Israel's actions on the Gaza Strip must be characterised as war crimes,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"The lack of education on safe sex, whether its from parents, schools, or otherwise, is a cause of teenage pregnancy",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
more guns can reduce crime,the right to bear arms
fatalities are rare in heavyweight matches,boxing
the monarchy is an outdated and regressive institution,the monarchy
The construction of large dams entails many tangible and intangible costs,hydroelectric dams
"In charity gambling profits from the venture go to the charity or group of charities, rather than to a municipality or private casino",gambling
Multicultural classrooms promote decision-making and critical thinking,multiculturalism
"while the fetus is innocent and biologically human, it is not a person with a right to life",partial birth abortions
application for asylum could be denied regardless of the legitimacy of their claim,the right to asylum
life in much of southern Israel was paralyzed by Hamas rocket and mortar fire,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
there are reasonable arguments supporting the existence of God,atheism
gambling in some form or another has been seen in almost every society in history,gambling
reservoirs cause habitat fragmentation of surrounding areas,hydroelectric dams
"Israels military assault on Gaza was designed to ""humiliate and terrorize a civilian population",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
any kind of marketing is inherently evil,advertising
free trade hurts developed nations,the free market
laws against flag-burning are constitutional,burning the stars and stripes
Hydroelectric plants have long economic lives,hydroelectric dams
Human extinction would prevent environmental degradation,children
Patents are criticised as inonsistent with free trade,intellectual property rights
market regulation is important for safeguarding against monopoly formation,the free market
potential hydroelectric sites are becoming scarce,hydroelectric dams
reliance on nuclear weapons for deterrence is becoming increasingly hazardous and decreasingly effective,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Multiculturalism and immigration lead to adaptation problems,multiculturalism
monarchy is unfair and elitist,the monarchy
A constitutional monarch with limited powers and non-partisan nature can provide a focus for national unity,the monarchy
Education vouchers would undermine public schools,fund education using a voucher scheme
Many sports organizations have banned the use of performance enhancing drugs and have very strict rules and consequences for people who are caught using them,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
"In contrast with low-rise and single-family houses, apartment blocks accommodate more inhabitants per unit of area of land they occupy",high rises for housing
there is an extensive overcapacity of oil pipelines from Canada,the keystone xl pipeline
Earth's surviving biodiversity provides resources for increasing the range of food and other products suitable for human use,endangered species
the inclusive nature of democracy can lift the fear of difference that some believe is a license to kill,democratization
tragedies are completely inevitable if Israel does not listen to the callings of the international community to end the unacceptable and counter-productive blockade of Gaza,the blockade of gaza
the right of all forms [of life] to live is a universal right,endangered species
The loss of native species is seen as a loss to ecotourism,endangered species
Adolescents who begin having sexual intercourse need to understand the importance of using an effective contraceptive every time they have sex,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
a decrease in the human population would prevent a significant amount of man-made human suffering,the one-child policy of the republic of china
religions can be harmful,atheism
homogeneity and integration are necessary for a society,multiculturalism
"If there is no rocket fire at Israel, there won't be Israeli attacks on Gaza",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the state has an interest in preserving fetal life,partial birth abortions
making civilian ownership of firearms illegal would increase the crime rate,the right to bear arms
violent games affect students positively and not negatively,the sale of violent video games to minors
"the war was targeted against the ""people of Gaza as a whole",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"doping could be legalized to some extent using a drug whitelist and medical counseling, such that medical safety is ensured, with all usage published",the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
the monarchy is inherently contrary to egalitarianism and multiculturalism,the monarchy
The free communication of ideas and opinions is one of the most precious of the rights of man,freedom of speech
human beings are the ultimate resource,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Denying the existence of a god renders life meaningless and miserable,atheism
Both private and public schools are improving through the use of vouchers,fund education using a voucher scheme
gamblers persist in gambling even after repeated losses,gambling
abortion causes mental health problems,partial birth abortions
proprietary software is unethical and unjust,governments should choose open source software
The blockade constitutes collective punishment under international law,the blockade of gaza
centralized operations of economic activity is always accompanied by political repression,the free market
"As long as species have been evolving, species have been going extinct",endangered species
teen advertising negatively impacts teenagers’ self-esteem,advertising
Tobacco plays an important role in the economy of the producing areas,the growing of tobacco
Americans oppose amending the constitution to outlaw flag burning,burning the stars and stripes
"Advertisements take something that exists already in the world and they change it, forming a distorted reflection",advertising
War has never brought any solution to problems,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the right to bear arms is absolute and unqualified,the right to bear arms
The cost of repairing damaged ecosystems is considered to be much higher than the cost of conserving natural ecosystems,endangered species
"Aside from improving each member state's economies, the bloc also focuses on peace and stability in the region",asean
when a person's understanding ponders over the existence of God it encounters nothing but contradictions,atheism
whether or not to continue with a pregnancy is an inviolable personal choice,partial birth abortions
the only way to determine what society actually wants is by allowing private enterprise to use their resources in competing to meet the needs of consumers,the free market
Gambling is a popular leisure activity enjoyed in many forms by millions of people,gambling
Affirmative action creates a cult of victimization,the use of affirmative action
The First Amendment's protection does not end at the spoken or written word,burning the stars and stripes
"overpopulation has been blamed for a variety of issues, including increasing poverty",the one-child policy of the republic of china
free markets work best,the free market
nearly all the western states' governments outlawed gambling,gambling
"However illegally these documents came to light, they raise serious questions",leaking of military documents
the freely expressed word can be a direct threat to other human rights,freedom of speech
public education would be destroyed by tuition vouchers,fund education using a voucher scheme
Abstinence only sex education does not decrease rates of unplanned pregnancy,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the market is able to coordinate itself,the free market
the costs of government failure might be worse than those of the market failure it attempts to fix,the free market
The blasphemy law is now a dead letter,blasphemy
"left to its devices, the market will adjust efficiently",the free market
Reservoirs may contribute to changes in the Earth's climate,hydroelectric dams
The military draft negates man’s fundamental rightthe right to life,national service
IP can be a disincentive to innovation,intellectual property rights
open source may allow hackers to know about the weaknesses or loopholes of the software more easily than closed-source software,governments should choose open source software
"the free market is not necessarily free, but weighted towards those who already own property",the free market
human rights violations and crimes against humanity must be prosecuted,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
The government of Israel had a policy of deliberately targeting civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
The pipeline would present significant adverse effects to certain cultural resources,the keystone xl pipeline
Research on natural processes can only occur if habitat is preserved and organisms continue to thrive,endangered species
multiculturalism helps in bringing together immigrants and minorities in the country,multiculturalism
people worldwide have been physically displaced from their homes as a result of dam construction,hydroelectric dams
"The people should not be deprived or abridged of their right to speak, to write, or to publish their sentiments",freedom of speech
life and the universe were created by a deity,atheism
"Term limits refresh the political system, removing legislators who had become career politicians and grown out of touch with their constituents",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
Open source software offers the potential for a more flexible technology and quicker innovation,governments should choose open source software
Care work is essential to human well-being,housewives should be paid for their work
Monarchy harms the monarchs themselves,the monarchy
Open source software is flexible,governments should choose open source software
The Israeli blockade is legal,the blockade of gaza
a man who grows accustomed to the use of contraceptive methods may forget the reverence due to a woman,barrier methods of contraception
The use of wind power reduces the necessity for importing electricity from abroad,wind power
Wind power is an intermittent energy source,wind power
"hydro harnesses the natural energy of water and gravity, eliminating the need to burn coal or natural gas",hydroelectric dams
Active government policy can be effective in managing the economy,the free market
Parents have a basic right to decide freely and responsibly on the number and spacing of their children,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"Term limits won't affect gridlock, being a quick-fix that ignores complicated problems",enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
"human beings, while social animals, need significant amounts of social space or they become agitated and aggressive",high rises for housing
God and other religious beliefs are human inventions,atheism
working parents wish their children to be supervised,year round schooling
Affirmative action laws cause disproportionally high costs for small companies and reduce economic growth and employment,the use of affirmative action
"the blockade of the Gaza Strip [among other security and deterrence measures], have brought about a quiet",the blockade of gaza
nature does not exist simply to be used or consumed by humans,endangered species
directing money to particular purposes is a core constitutional function of Congress,congressional earmarks
any effects on the environment from wind power are generally much less problematic than those of any other power source,wind power
Biodiversity is directly involved in water purification,endangered species
Israel's right to defend itself against attacks from Gaza is recognised,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Tobacco-related diseases are some of the biggest killers in the world today,the growing of tobacco
affirmative action lowers the bar,the use of affirmative action
the allocation of goods and services by a free market is not efficient,the free market
Israeli blockade in Gaza is a violation of international law,the blockade of gaza
Providing safe-sex education promotes promiscuity,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Intellectual property laws encourage fair trading which would contribute to economic and social development,intellectual property rights
hydroelectric plants produce much lower life-cycle emissions than other types of generation,hydroelectric dams
Term limits reduce the excessive time and attention spent on getting re-elected,enforce term limits on the legislative branch of government
the formal economy in Gaza has collapsed since the imposition of the blockade,the blockade of gaza
The use of condoms is encouraged to prevent transmission of HIV,barrier methods of contraception
"everyone has the right to leave or enter a country, along with movement within it",the right to asylum
The overall idea of affirmitive action is to give children from less fortunate backgrounds more of a chance,the use of affirmative action
Religions have promoted facts and histories that are contradicted by science,atheism
The sovereign knows the interests of his subjects better than they themselves,the monarchy
hydroelectricity produces the least amount of greenhouse gases and externality of any energy source,hydroelectric dams
No evidence links video games to youth violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
oil and gas pipelines are an important asset of the economic development of almost any country,the keystone xl pipeline
democracies are inefficient,democratization
former athletes bear the physical and mental scars of years of drug abuse,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
the draft was simply anachronistic,national service
Only a fraction of all the illegal immigrants is actually eligible for an asylum status,the right to asylum
the multiculturalist policy of freer immigration is unworkable in an era in which the supply of immigrants from third world countries seems limitless,multiculturalism
"Nuclear weapons may lessen a state's reliance on allies for security, thus preventing allies from dragging each other into wars",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
The military draft is an abrogation of rights,national service
The right of governments to forbid the publication of properly categorized state secrets is recognised,leaking of military documents
gun control laws are effective in reducing gun-related accidents and crime,the right to bear arms
Physical exercise can contribute positively to maintaining a healthy weight,physical education
things cannot exist without creators,atheism
Allowing property rights in ideas and information infringes on the right to own tangible property,intellectual property rights
a lack of physical activity is thought to explain most cases of obesity,physical education
Racial prejudice and discrimination no longer exists,the use of affirmative action
Palestinian armed groups committed war crimes and possibly crimes against humanity,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the occurrence of free trade has prevented the outbreak of war,the free market
"belief in God and religion are social functions, used by those in power to oppress the working class",atheism
The very concept of copyright has always served simply to enrich a few at the expense of creativity,intellectual property rights
"States cannot count on the good will of others to help them, so they must always be ready to fend for themselves",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
democracies tend to be wealthier than other countries,democratization
excessive repression of the sexual instinct leads to an increase in the overall level of aggression in a given society,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
all moral thought requires the assumption that God exists,atheism
Control over reproduction is a basic need and a basic right for all women,the one-child policy of the republic of china
the damage to the civilian population is not excessive in relation to the real and direct military advantage anticipated from the blockade,the blockade of gaza
"amateur boxers, professional boxers and Toughman fighters have died as the result of ring or training injuries",boxing
markets have inefficient outcomes,the free market
private universities charge much higher tuition than their public counterparts,the creation of private universities in the uk
non-reproduction would eventually allow humans to lead idyllic lifestyles,children
Discrimination is inherent in affirmative action programs,the use of affirmative action
the theism of people throughout most of recorded history and in many different places provides prima facie demonstration of God's existence,atheism
Gun laws generally have no significant effect on violent crime rates or suicide rates,the right to bear arms
deteriorating economic conditions could result in a derailment of the peace process,the blockade of gaza
"free market economics"" is the most efficient way to promote economic growth",the free market
no coercive monopoly of force can arise on a truly free market,the free market
"the effect of religious belief, is positively harmful",atheism
most children who play violent games do not have problems,the sale of violent video games to minors
Monarchical prerogative powers can be used to circumvent normal democratic process with no accountability,the monarchy
The stated purpose of the blockade was to pressure Hamas into ending the rocket attacks,the blockade of gaza
Tobacco use is described as the single most important preventable risk to human health,the growing of tobacco
A majority of Americans support a ban on flag-burning,burning the stars and stripes
The free communication of thoughts and of opinions is one of the most precious rights of man,freedom of speech
democracy could be easily exploited by leaders with dictatorial aspirations,democratization
there is a legitimate need for government restrictions on free trade,the free market
"due to the unique and often esoteric nature of the BCS format, there has been controversy as to which two teams should play for the national championship",implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
"the average standard of living in a declining population, at least in terms of material possessions, will tend to rise",children
moral right to life of human beings (human organisms) begins at or near conception-fertilization,partial birth abortions
Intellectual property is viewed as a necessary way of incentivising the creation of new creative works,intellectual property rights
Israel's right to self defence was acknowledged,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the past must be addressed in order to reach the future,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
attempts at antidiscrimination have been criticized as reverse discrimination,the use of affirmative action
the deepest recesses of the human psyche – become mere means for the expansion of the commodity universe under the force of modern marketing,advertising
Unionization frequently produces higher wages at the expense of fewer jobs,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
Abstinence is the only way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Any government intervention is seen as useless,the free market
gun possession is a fundamental civil right,the right to bear arms
Race-conscious affirmative action remains necessary to address race-based obstacles,the use of affirmative action
only children have aversive social skills,the one-child policy of the republic of china
The First Amendment reaches non-speech acts,burning the stars and stripes
Abortion is considered to be morally wrong,partial birth abortions
Vouchers deliver better services to special education students,fund education using a voucher scheme
Rapid fertility reduction associated with the one-child policy has potentially negative results,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Americans oppose a flag desecration amendment,burning the stars and stripes
Hydroelectric power is now more difficult to site in developed nations,hydroelectric dams
The Hamas terror organization is the one who started the war,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Multiculturalism creates friction within society,multiculturalism
advertising is misleading,advertising
Hydropower generation is vulnerable to droughts,hydroelectric dams
violent games cause youth violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
Affirmative action is counter-productive,the use of affirmative action
religions provide a net benefit to individuals and society,atheism
Women's jobs in the home are not part of any market,housewives should be paid for their work
reservoirs can become breeding grounds for disease vectors,hydroelectric dams
D&X abortions are never medically necessary,partial birth abortions
"the draft ""does bring people from all quarters of our society together in the common purpose of serving",national service
"Frequently, countries of asylum are some of the world?s poorest nations and cannot handle the large influx of persons",the right to asylum
republicanism is the next logical step toward a fully democratic constitution,the monarchy
Older workers lack up-to-date skills,a mandatory retirement age
the blockade is necessary to prevent weapons from reaching Gaza,the blockade of gaza
Affirmative action counters the effects of a history of discrimination,the use of affirmative action
government intervention in markets would lead to a loss of freedom,the free market
The right of the Israeli people to a life in peace and security without permanent threat from rocket attacks must be guaranteed,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
there is a moral imperative not to procreate,children
A wind farm is highly reliable,wind power
Flag burning is protected by the First Amendment,burning the stars and stripes
states should have theright to regulate the sale of video games [that are violent] in order to protect minors,the sale of violent video games to minors
wind farms will damage tourism,wind power
"Introducing students to activities like bowling, walking/hiking, or Frisbee at an early age can help students develop good activity habits that will carry over into adulthood",physical education
private market factors can more efficiently deliver many goods or service than governments,the creation of private universities in the uk
religion is needed to make us behave morally,atheism
"where members of minorities see that their specific needs and ambitions have been acknowledged and catered for, they will commit themselves more willingly to accepting the legitimacy of the nation",multiculturalism
"A natural moral order requires the existence of God as orthodoxly conceived, so god must exist",atheism
patent and copyright laws support in fundamental and thoroughgoing ways the expansion of the range of creative human activities that can be commodified,intellectual property rights
"The ""hyper-commercialization of the culture is recognized and roundly detested by the citizenry",advertising
criminalizing abortion will lead to the deaths of many women through ‘back-alley abortions,partial birth abortions
Patents provide incentives for economically efficient research and development,intellectual property rights
condom use will prevent the spread of AIDS,barrier methods of contraception
Democracy and the rule of law can only be restored by abolishing multiculturalism,multiculturalism
Abstinence-only programs delay the initiation of sex,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Centralized control of economic activities is always accompanied with political repression,the free market
free markets can solve the economy's problems automatically,the free market
exposure to graphic violence leads to desensitization to committing acts of violence in person,the sale of violent video games to minors
God is improbable,atheism
"the right to self-defence requires that peaceful means are first exhausted before resorting to military force, something Israel ""did not even contemplate doing",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the competition spurred by vouchers and education tax credits increases the quality of both eligible private schools and local public schools,fund education using a voucher scheme
Programs that stress abstinence as the only acceptable behavior for unmarried teens delay the initiation of sex,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the IDF was forced to deal with the lowest form of terrorists,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
economists doubt that a correlation between population reduction and economic growth exists,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"Headgear is not permitted in professional bouts, and boxers are generally allowed to take much more damage before a fight is halted",boxing
subsidies may distort the market,poor communities
abortion should be approved or disapproved according to each circumstance,partial birth abortions
the state can prohibit the burning of any item in public,burning the stars and stripes
monarchs are not accountable,the monarchy
Governmental redistribution of wealth improves social stability,poor communities
no rights should ever be allowed to be taken away by the government,the right to bear arms
There is no clear division between the force required to knock a person out and the force likely to kill a person,boxing
Preference policies reduce the incentives of both the preferred and non-preferred to perform at their best,the use of affirmative action
Considerable savings in defence spending from abolishing the draft are expected,national service
Motivation for affirmative action policies is to redress the effects of past discrimination,the use of affirmative action
"Affirmative action encourages groups to identify themselves as disadvantaged, even if they are not",the use of affirmative action
"Blasphemy has been condemned as a serious, or even the most serious, sin by the major creeds and Church theologians",blasphemy
"forced schooling, regardless of whether the student is learning anything whatsoever, or if the student could more effectively learn elsewhere in different ways, is a gross violation of civil liberties",raising the school leaving age to 18
the importation curbs are in place to pressure Hamas,the blockade of gaza
"diversity is valuable in itself, to preserve human historical heritage and knowledge",multiculturalism
Contraception is contrary to the good of the transmission of life,barrier methods of contraception
"to improve the economy, policymakers should focus on reforms that remove impediments to work",american jobs act
Apartment blocks have technical and economic advantages in areas with high population density,high rises for housing
Hydroelectricity eliminates the flue gas emissions from fossil fuel combustion,hydroelectric dams
valuable farmland go to waste for the use of a recreational drug instead of being used to plant food crops,the growing of tobacco
"The majority of parents reject the so-called ""comprehensive"" sex education approach",only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Monarchs rule with the intent of improving the lives of their subjects,the monarchy
wildlife has been negatively affected by the oil sands,the keystone xl pipeline
"the present situation whereby Nuclear Weapon States monopolise the right to possess nuclear weapons is ""highly discriminatory",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
the need for explaining life and death can be met by science and philosophy,atheism
The emphasis on group identity and group rights diminishes individual liberty for those within the minorities,multiculturalism
Social and political issues surround the issue of immigration,the right to asylum
The TRC is weighted in favour of the perpetrators of abuse,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
the Israeli Defence Force breached laws of armed conflict by attacking indiscriminately civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Individuals interested in college football prefer a playoff system to the BCS,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Israel's right to self-defence is recognized,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"The naval blockade was imposed on the Gaza Strip lawfully, with Israel complying with the conditions for imposing it",the blockade of gaza
The way tower blocks are constructed would save money,high rises for housing
With increasing force advertising makes itself comfortable in the private sphere so that the voice of commerce becomes the dominant way of expression in society,advertising
Hamas attacks are violations of basic humanitarian law,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Oil sands extraction is generally held to be more environmentally damaging than conventional crude oil,the keystone xl pipeline
the focus of China on population control helps provide a better health service for women,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Separation of older people from active roles in society benefits both society and older individuals,a mandatory retirement age
belief in a higher being is the product of fear,atheism
The major advantage of hydroelectric systems is the elimination of the cost of fuel,hydroelectric dams
the unpredictable intervals of near-zero output render windpower unsuitable as a base generating capacity,wind power
Referees will stop the bout if a boxer is seriously injured,boxing
it is necessary to prevent the use of information resources and technologies for criminal and terrorist purposes,freedom of speech
Israel has the right to take military action against attacks on locations where its civilians live,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
"Military action leading to the killing and suffering of civilians, by whomever is carried out, deserves to be condemned",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
democracy is a façade legitimizing the rule of a particular elite,democratization
free markets provide the greatest possible equity and prosperity,the free market
condom-promotion programs encourage promiscuity,barrier methods of contraception
"Advertising's cumulative cultural effects, unless quickly checked, will be responsible for destroying the world as we know it",advertising
state multiculturalism has failed,multiculturalism
Some serious psychological problems have been attributed to desensitization to violence in video games,the sale of violent video games to minors
"the state often serves dominant business interests, distorting the market to their favor and thus leading to inefficient outcomes",the free market
Subsidies may distort production incentives,poor communities
Condoms are widely recommended for the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases,barrier methods of contraception
"while the state has an interest in protecting the fetus ""at some point"", this interest cannot override that of the pregnant woman",partial birth abortions
sexual abstinence confers numerous health benefits,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Open source software is said to be more reliable,governments should choose open source software
A party's basic function is to choose its own leaders,open primaries
there must be no constraints on the free flow of information and ideas,freedom of speech
the agenda of economic integration would negatively affect industries,asean
Types of affirmative action that give preference to individuals solely based on their race or gender should not be permitted,the use of affirmative action
a god created the Universe,atheism
Intellectual property laws give statutory expression to the moral and economic rights of creators in their creations,intellectual property rights
atheistic arguments must ultimately refute themselves if pressed with rigorous consistency,atheism
"the rich exploit the poor or otherwise gain unfair benefits, and thus should return some of those benefits",poor communities
"the purpose of the restrictions in import of goods into Gaza are to pressure Hamas, which does not recognise Israel and backs attacks on its citizens",the blockade of gaza
Population control is necessary for economic growth and improved living standards,the one-child policy of the republic of china
video game violence leads to youth violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
The images in advertising depict stereotypical gender roles,advertising
There are many health related benefits to being physically active,physical education
Advertising incessantly demonstrates the prostitution men and women,advertising
children may imitate aggressive behaviors witnessed in media,the sale of violent video games to minors
As debts build up people turn to other sources of money such as theft,gambling
government should always run a balanced budget,austerity measures
Sex education programs focusing on both abstinence and contraception have a positive effect on teen sexual behavior,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"The world is now in a new and dangerous nuclear era, and the likelihood that non-state terrorists will get their hands on nuclear weaponry is increasing",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
free markets have the potential to free states from the looming prospect of recurrent warfare,the free market
"without a significant period of legal protection of their future income, many valuable books and artworks would not be created",intellectual property rights
the best thing for Earth's biosphere is for humans to voluntarily cease reproducing,children
"The use of performance-enhancing substances by players is illegal and ethically ""wrong",the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
The prohibition of an effective means of self defense is considered to be unethical,the right to bear arms
a positive relationship exists between democratic governance and peace,democratization
democracy might cause peace,democratization
maintaining a privileged royal family diminishes a society,the monarchy
Desecration of the flag impugns its value as such a unique national symbol,burning the stars and stripes
Overpopulation is seen as a serious threat to the quality of human life,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"the ""uniqueness"" of the flag ""justifies a governmental prohibition against flag burning",burning the stars and stripes
wind power does not pose a threat to people or the environment,wind power
property rights encourage their holders to develop the property,intellectual property rights
Health risks can be produced by long-term use or excessive doses of anabolic steroids,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
Religions require beliefs that are irrational,atheism
some violent video games may actually have a prosocial effect in some contexts,the sale of violent video games to minors
The right of Israel to defend itself against rockets and terrorist attacks is acknowledged,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
hydroelectric plants are clean and have few emissions,hydroelectric dams
governments have few incentives to ensure that the enterprises they own are well run,the creation of private universities in the uk
There is a wide range of health concerns for users of anabolic steroids,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
School voucher and education tax credit systems incentivize schools to increase accountability and school performance,fund education using a voucher scheme
"the history of the drive for compulsory schooling is not guided by altruism, but by a desire to coerce the population into a mold desired by the Establishment",raising the school leaving age to 18
Higher levels of economic inequality tend to intensify social hierarchies and generally degrade the quality of social relations,poor communities
"Teaching non-traditional sports to students may provide the necessary motivation for students to increase their activity, and can help students learn about different cultures",physical education
repression and intolerance against immigrants will not solve the problems caused by the economic crisis,the right to asylum
"wind must be backed by an equal amount of ""back-up capacity",wind power
A referee monitors the fight to ensure that competitors use only legal blows,boxing
"year-round schools showed a substantial gain in academic achievement for at-risk, low performing students",year round schooling
A liberal democracy cannot be multicultural,multiculturalism
no studies have shown abstinence-only programs to result in delayed intercourse,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
The cost of hydroelectricity is relatively low,hydroelectric dams
Unions may serve the practical purpose of leveling the playing-field between workers and powerful oligopolies,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
adolescents that don't play video games at all are most at-risk for violent behavior,the sale of violent video games to minors
older workers are more expensive than younger ones,a mandatory retirement age
The laws of succession are held by some to be sexist,the monarchy
Corruption poses a serious development challenge,bribery
prohibition of forcible return is part of customary international law,the right to asylum
"the people have a right to ""keep and bear arms"" as a protection from the government",the right to bear arms
democracy is ineffective in preventing war,democratization
biological richness is an unmeasurable aesthetic that may be developed into commercial recreational attractions,endangered species
multiculturalism obscures the social costs associated with large scale immigration,multiculturalism
educating children about sex can encourage them to engage in it,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
Children are not capable of resisting or understanding marketing tactics,advertising
The blockade is deemed illegal,the blockade of gaza
none of the arguments for God's existence are compelling,atheism
The individual freedom of expression is essential to the well-being of society,freedom of speech
States have a compelling interest in preserving a venerated national symbol,burning the stars and stripes
democratic nations have much less democide or murder by government,democratization
Integrating ever-higher levels of renewables is being successfully demonstrated in the real world,hydroelectric dams
Identification requirements may heighten the opportunities for confusion and voter intimidation,democratic governments should require voters to present photo identification at the polling station
Laws that forbid the carrying of arms serve rather to encourage than to prevent homicides,the right to bear arms
Controversies concerning inclusion in the BCS National Championship Game are numerous,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Evidence has not supported the effective use of abstinence-only sex education,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"the state has an ""important and legitimate interest in protecting the potentiality of human life",partial birth abortions
countries with a democratic system of governance are less likely to go to war,democratization
childfree people face not only social discrimination but political discrimination as well,children
Democracy is viewed as a means of promoting moderation and stability and preventing terrorism,democratization
Immigrants are contributing to the congestion in the cities and to the rise in crime,the right to asylum
deceptive marketing can be presented to consumers,advertising
the household sector plays a very important role in wealth creation,housewives should be paid for their work
The identification of oppressed classes is difficult to carry out,the use of affirmative action
it is unlawful to discriminate against a person because of his/her age,a mandatory retirement age
the offence of blasphemy is a dead letter,blasphemy
Multitrack schedules reportedly bring many benefits to schools that use them,year round schooling
biodiversity is inherently valuable,endangered species
many forms of outdoor advertising blight the public realm,advertising
God's existence can be demonstrated,atheism
"children don't automatically imitate aggression, but rather consider the context of aggression",the sale of violent video games to minors
youths should have the right to control and direct their own learning,raising the school leaving age to 18
Speech can be justifiably suppressed in order to prevent harm from a clear and direct threat,freedom of speech
Development of large-scale hydroelectric power has environmental impacts,hydroelectric dams
Increased population density is linked with increased aggression,high rises for housing
Israel's response was excessive,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
democracy would bring peace,democratization
Coercive sterilization to enforce the one child policy has occurred in China,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Physical exercise improves mental health,physical education
A large dam can cause the loss of entire ecospheres,hydroelectric dams
The blockade is considered illegal,the blockade of gaza
Regulation in markets is rejected as inefficient,the free market
"Traditional hydro dams store enormous quantities of water in reservoirs, necessitating the flooding of large tracts of land",hydroelectric dams
implementation of the policy has involved forced abortions and forced sterilization,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"Often, the BCS system leads to controversies",implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
Wind turbines may cause physiological problems,wind power
some regulation is required to make markets work,the free market
sex education is necessary to prepare the young for the task ahead,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
wind energy is one of the most cost efficient sources of renewable energy,wind power
austerity can engender deflation which inflates existing debt,austerity measures
Investing in renewable energy can have significant dividends for our energy security,hydroelectric dams
political and civil liberties have simultaneously expanded with market-based economies,the free market
Excess weight has reached epidemic proportions globally,physical education
advertising often reinforces stereotypes,advertising
corruption increases the cost of business,bribery
"Having a large amount of eyes reviewing code can ""lull a user into a false sense of security",governments should choose open source software
The reduction in the fertility rate and thus population growth has reduced the severity of problems that come with overpopulation,the one-child policy of the republic of china
people who keep a gun at home increase their risk of homicide,the right to bear arms
abstinence-only sex ed and conservative moralizing will only alienate students,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
"the pipeline would be ""game over for the planet",the keystone xl pipeline
Physical exercise can strenghten the immune system,physical education
The human fetus is a person and therefore has a right to life,partial birth abortions
The blockade is harming the Gazan economy,the blockade of gaza
"The end-user of Open Source code has the ability to change and modify source to implement any extra ""features"" of security they may wish for a specific use",governments should choose open source software
Unity is seen as an essential feature of the nation and the nation-state,multiculturalism
condoms protect against sexually transmitted diseases,barrier methods of contraception
abstinence-only programs did not reduce the likelihood of pregnancy,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
advertising can be seen as necessary for economic growth,advertising
"denial legislation imposes ""historical truth as legal truth",holocaust denial
nothing exists beyond the natural universe,atheism
A wind farm has one of the lowest environmental impacts of all energy sources,wind power
The law against blasphemy complements laws against racial discrimination and incitement to violence,blasphemy
"the blockade of Gaza is causing ""unacceptable suffering",the blockade of gaza
anybody should be free to put any substance they choose into their own bodies for any reason,the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
There is a connection between video games and violence,the sale of violent video games to minors
Abstinence-only programs have not demonstrated successful outcomes,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
deficit spending is always bad policy,austerity measures
majority rule is preferable to other systems,democratization
Boxing is the only sport where the intention is to inflict serious injury on your opponent,boxing
Israel intentionally targeted civilians in Gaza,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the First Amendment protects such activity as symbolic speech,burning the stars and stripes
Exposure alone to media violence does not cause a child to commit crimes,the sale of violent video games to minors
Renewable energy technologies are essential contributors to sustainable energy,hydroelectric dams
Government-enforced right of access inescapably dampens the vigor and limits the variety of public debate,freedom of speech
"Gambling is now a diverse, vibrant and innovative industry",gambling
There are no harmful emissions associated with hydroelectric plant operation,hydroelectric dams
the continuing increase in democracy worldwide will soon lead to an end to wars and democide,democratization
"while in centrally planned economies an individual or a select group of individuals must determine the distribution of resources, these planners will never have enough information to carry out this allocation reliably",the free market
The States' have the authority to promulgate flag desecration laws under their general police power to safeguard public safety and welfare,burning the stars and stripes
"Many creative, social and emotional benefits from video game play have been documented - even games with violent content",the sale of violent video games to minors
"During Operation Cast Lead, the Israeli Defense Forces did more to safeguard the rights of civilians in a combat zone than any other army in the history of warfare",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Laissez-faire economics is expected to diminish the frequency of war,the free market
"theists are able to offer justification for morality, while atheists are not",atheism
abortion involves unjust discrimination against the unborn,partial birth abortions
the Burmese regime has marked certain ethnic minorities such as the Karen for extermination,re-engage with myanmar
Reasonable restrictions on freedom of expression can be imposed in the interest of public order,freedom of speech
"As a result of gambling, some are driven to extreme lengths to cover debt",gambling
the expression of dissent or subversive views should be tolerated,freedom of speech
"poverty, once started, is likely to continue unless there is outside intervention",poor communities
In some of the illegal immigrants' countries of origin humanitarian hardship exists,the right to asylum
advertisements exploit the desires of a consumer,advertising
forced schooling perverts the victims’ natural inclination to grow and learn,raising the school leaving age to 18
creators will not have sufficient incentive to invent unless they are legally entitled to capture the full social value of their inventions,intellectual property rights
Barrier contraceptives may increase the risk of pregnancy complications,barrier methods of contraception
Wind power development creates jobs,wind power
"An omniscient, wholly good being would prevent the occurrence of any intense suffering",atheism
a society with more equality will have higher aggregate utility,poor communities
the massive and disproportionate attacks by Israel to the Gaza Strip are in violation of international humanitarian law,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Market failures are viewed as a very common problem of any unregulated market system,the free market
ads depict the interests and lifestyles of the elite as natural; cultivating a deep sense of inadequacy among viewers,advertising
"In all circumstances, it should be the woman's decision whether or not to terminate a pregnancy",partial birth abortions
protest involving the physical use of the flag should be seen as a form of protected expression under the First Amendment,burning the stars and stripes
competition among schools will increase both the quality and the economic efficiency of public education,fund education using a voucher scheme
efforts to sanction Burma were useless,re-engage with myanmar
"when a patent's term has expired, the public record ensures that the patentee's idea is not lost to humanity",intellectual property rights
Restorative justice that fosters dialogue between victim and offender shows the highest rates of victim satisfaction,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
the significance of nuclear weapons is purely to deter war,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Immigrants damage a sense of community and nationality,the right to asylum
unemployment increases the more the government intervenes into the economy to try to improve the conditions of those without jobs,american jobs act
a perfect God can have no need to create a world,atheism
the government has embarked on a series of reforms toward liberal democracy,re-engage with myanmar
anything affiliated with Hamas is a legitimate target,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Abstinence-only sex education programs show an increase in the rates of pregnancy and STDs of a teenage population,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the most immoral acts in human history were performed by atheists,atheism
The justification for central planning is that the consolidation of economic resources can allow for the economy to take advantage of more perfect information when making decisions regarding investment and production,the free market
"The use of performance-enhancing drugs is little different from the use of new materials in the construction of suits and sporting equipment, which similarly aid performance and can give competitors an unfair advantage over others",the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
Nationalized industries are prone to interference from politicians for political or populist reasons,the creation of private universities in the uk
States use their coercive powers to benefit some businesses and individuals at the expense of others,the free market
a voucher system for public education would make public schools compete with one another thus making them more accountable and efficient,fund education using a voucher scheme
Israel restricts the ability for the Palestinian authority to exercise control,the blockade of gaza
There are tangible benefits to violence in games,the sale of violent video games to minors
Winners sometimes feel anomie from the dramatic change of lifestyles,gambling
failing to stop the illegal immigration waves at an early stage will only lead to much larger waves of illegal immigration in the future,the right to asylum
"Safety nets redistribute income to the poorest and most vulnerable, with an immediate impact on poverty",poor communities
Advertising has been criticized as inadvertently or even intentionally promoting sexism,advertising
jobs should go to those “most qualified,the use of affirmative action
Regions where gun ownership is widespread are the ones with the smallest number of gun-related deaths,the right to bear arms
only the existence of God as orthodoxly conceived could support the existence of moral order in the world,atheism
"Affirmative action helps to compensate for past discrimination, persecution or exploitation by the ruling class of a culture",the use of affirmative action
the blockade actually strengthens Hamas's grip on the economy and on Gaza,the blockade of gaza
There are a number of problems associated with overpopulation,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Damming can harm local ecosystems,hydroelectric dams
Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression,freedom of speech
Punishment of dangerous or offensive writings is necessary for the preservation of peace and good order,freedom of speech
No conclusive link was found between video game usage and violent activity,the sale of violent video games to minors
the indirect effects of losing many species as well as the diversity of ecosystems in general are enormous,endangered species
vouchers could result in nothing more than a cash-handout for many middle-class and wealthy families already sending their kids to private schools,fund education using a voucher scheme
atheism is a superior basis for ethics,atheism
Video games develop the individual's intelligence,the sale of violent video games to minors
Tower blocks can hold thousands of families in a single building,high rises for housing
"all democracies, whether young or established, go into war with one another less frequently",democratization
Advertising increasingly reduces young people to consumers,advertising
More biologically diverse communities appear to be more stable,endangered species
cultural appreciation of ethnic and religious diversity promotes a greater willingness to tolerate political differences,multiculturalism
"poverty and famine are caused by bad government and bad economic policies, not by overpopulation",the one-child policy of the republic of china
Burning the flag is a form of symbolic speech subject to protection under the First Amendment,burning the stars and stripes
it is more difficult for only children to cooperate in a conventional family environment,the one-child policy of the republic of china
the existence of some or all gods is logically impossible,atheism
the efficient exchange and use of resources can be maintained only through the price mechanism in free markets,the free market
affirmative action has undesirable side-effects in addition to failing to achieve its goals,the use of affirmative action
the free market can damage national traditions,the free market
Welfare sustains or even creates poverty,poor communities
"Intellectual property laws promote, as a deliberate act of Government policy, creativity",intellectual property rights
one can make a greater contribution to humanity through one's work than through having children,children
"Often, doping was carried out without the knowledge of the athletes, some of them as young as ten years of age",the use of performance enhancing drugs in professional sports
corruption reduces costs by cutting bureaucracy,bribery
Species richness and genetic biodiversity contributes to and engenders ecosystem stability,endangered species
government austerity can result in economic expansion,austerity measures
economic freedom is not only desirable in itself but is also a necessary condition for political freedom,the free market
Safety nets enable households to make productive investments in their future that they may otherwise miss,poor communities
Any efforts to protect the world’s remaining natural habitat and biodiversity will compete directly with humans’ growing demand for natural resources,endangered species
modern developments in information technology open up the possibility of a planning system that could outperform the market in terms of efficiency,the free market
Hereditary succession is outdated,the monarchy
"unionized workers will spend their higher wages, driving economic growth and creating new jobs",collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
states must act in a way that ensures their security above all,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
Nuclear weapons decrease the chances of crisis escalation,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
gambling increases aggregate demand for goods and services in the economy,gambling
"Laissez-faire capitalist economics can operate well on their own, without state intervention",the free market
religion does more harm than good,atheism
Allowing individuals to act without any restrictions will produce the best results,the free market
a nuclear nation might be hijacked by a despot or other person or persons who might use nuclear weapons without sane regard for the consequences,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"Truth commissions are sometimes criticised for allowing crimes to go unpunished, and creating impunity for serious human rights abusers",the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
"Reasonable restrictions can be imposed on the freedom of speech and expression, in the interest of the security of the State",freedom of speech
A large resident population provides opportunities for social interaction,high rises for housing
freedom of speech and disseminating ideas do not amount to the right to insult,blasphemy
the community is enriched as difference accrues,multiculturalism
The church..has to respect responsible decision-making by couples,barrier methods of contraception
"as a standard embryo does have a highly valuable future, killing it is seriously wrong",partial birth abortions
legal abortion under medically controlled conditions is preferable to illegal back-alley abortion without proper medical supervision,partial birth abortions
Abstinence is the most effective preventative measure against both pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
CCT Programs are efficient tools for reducing poverty and inequality,poor communities
free speech should be applied to everyone regardless of their viewpoints,holocaust denial
Democracy in general is criticized for ignoring the rights of the minority,democratization
the draft should be reinstated to make the military more equal,national service
It's better to publish too much than not to have freedom,blasphemy
voters of one party sometimes vote in the other party's primary to nominate a candidate who will be easy for their favorite to beat,open primaries
Professional medical organizations oppose the sole use of abstinence-only sex education,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
the extinction of humanity would be the best solution to the Earth's environmental problems,children
consumers prefer lower density neighborhoods,high rises for housing
The open source software allows anyone to make changes that will improve it,governments should choose open source software
"The practice is viewed as a form of age discrimination, or ageism",a mandatory retirement age
It is not the business of government in our nation to suppress real or imagined attacks upon a particular religious doctrine,blasphemy
Multiculturalism promotes respect for the dignity of the lives and voices of the forgotten,multiculturalism
the decision not to procreate at all could be regarded as immoral,children
free speech is what regulates government and regulates law,leaking of military documents
"Governments borrowed too much, now they're paying the price, and fiscal austerity is the only answer",austerity measures
The lotteries proved very popular and were hailed as a painless form of taxation,gambling
democracy will not be true to its essential ideal if those in power are able to manipulate the electorate by withholding information and stifling criticism,freedom of speech
deliberate abortions are seriously immoral,partial birth abortions
The effect of union activities to influence pricing is potentially very harmful,collective bargaining rights claimed by trades unions
The absence of a blockade would allow the free passage of arms to the terror-embracing Hamas government,the blockade of gaza
wind power is the most expensive energy generating technology being considered for large scale deployment,wind power
domestic labor is work,housewives should be paid for their work
Dam construction often leads to abuses of the masses by planners,hydroelectric dams
the blockade of a terrorist organization constitutes a collective penalty against civilians,the blockade of gaza
Hamas has used terrorism for years against Israeli children,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Lack of siblings has been blamed for a number of social ills,the one-child policy of the republic of china
hydro plants can help allow for intermittency of other plants,hydroelectric dams
Dams are tempting industrial targets for wartime attack,hydroelectric dams
single family houses are likely to require much more energy to heat in cold weather than do buildings with shared walls,high rises for housing
there is a fundamental right to privacy encompassing the decision about abortion,partial birth abortions
the market on its own does not allocate resources efficiently,the free market
flag-burning is not constitutionally protected,burning the stars and stripes
Video games can be a safe outlet for aggression and frustration,the sale of violent video games to minors
a true laissez-faire economy would quickly become a conspiracy of businesses and industry against consumers,the free market
nuclear weapons can induce stability,all nations a right to nuclear weapons
"an omnipotent and omniscient being would not have any reason to act in any way, specifically by creating the universe",atheism
"Wind power is ""highly non-dispatchable",wind power
monopoly can only come about through government intervention,the free market
The benefits of the dams are not only limited to hydropower,hydroelectric dams
Biodiversity is important to the security of resources,endangered species
evolution by natural selection can explain apparent design in nature,atheism
the lack of perfect information and perfect competition in a free market is grounds for government intervention,the free market
Evidence for harmful effects of video game violence were inconclusive,the sale of violent video games to minors
Voluntary human extinction will prevent human suffering and the extinction of other species,children
Holocaust denial is the worst form of racism,holocaust denial
nature has an intrinsic value,endangered species
Most of the dangers faced by the planet are attributed to human overpopulation,children
Year round schooling may create difficulties for teens to be able to maintain part-time or summer job,year round schooling
democracy can be a path to lasting justice,democratization
religious belief is a delusion,atheism
"Restorative approaches seek a balanced approach to the needs of the victim, wrongdoer and community through processes that preserve the safety and dignity of all",the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
atheism is not a recipe for despair but just the opposite,atheism
Restorative justice provides help for the offender in order to avoid future offences,the use of truth and reconciliation commissions
"The operating costs are relatively low, with each additional unit of wind power costing very little to produce",wind power
"High-rise buildings cast a significant shadow over nearby buildings, reducing solar energy harvesting",high rises for housing
"Israel's response was ""disproportionate",israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
the size of the winnings from free trade are larger than the losses,the free market
each individual's civil rights include the right to be free from government sponsored social discrimination,the use of affirmative action
many of the services performed by government could be performed better by the private sector,the free market
Condoms may interfere with the process of paternal tolerance,barrier methods of contraception
The one-child policy is challenged in principle and in practice for violating a human right to determine the size of one's own family,the one-child policy of the republic of china
Reservoirs can also contribute to greenhouse gas emissions,hydroelectric dams
abstinence-only sex education distorts information about contraceptives,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
countries in transition to democracy are especially likely to be involved in wars,democratization
What is going on in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe,the blockade of gaza
The Gaza blockade is illegal,the blockade of gaza
The attacks would not contribute to the security of Israel,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Corruption distorts and retards development,bribery
voter participation in the United States was higher when people could only vote in the primary for their own party,open primaries
The Israeli government's use of force in the Gaza Strip are acts of self-defense,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
abortion should be legal in all circumstances,partial birth abortions
"High-rise buildings also cast shadows over public spaces, reducing their amenity value",high rises for housing
Reducing earmarks does not reduce government spending,congressional earmarks
the state has a legitimate role in providing public goods,the free market
Democracy is economically inefficient,democratization
advertisements promote a negative message about body image,advertising
The cost of operating a hydroelectric plant is nearly immune to increases in the cost of fossil fuels,hydroelectric dams
The limited trickle of items into Gaza force the counter-productive reliance on tunnels for daily essentials,the blockade of gaza
poverty decreases after countries adapt welfare programs,poor communities
welfare empowers individuals,poor communities
government intervention could serve a useful purpose,the free market
the concept of democracy as a constant process is flawed and detrimental,democratization
"A dependency on the future versions and upgrades for a proprietary software package can create vendor lock-in, entrenching a monopoly position",governments should choose open source software
monopolies have historically developed only because of government intervention rather than due to a lack of intervention,the free market
Defamation of religions is a modern expression of religious hatred and xenophobia,blasphemy
the policy has created abuse for women in China,the one-child policy of the republic of china
"affirmative action is racial division, not racial reconciliation",the use of affirmative action
The escalation of tensions in the Gaza Strip […] has been triggered by rocket attacks launched by Hamas against innocent Israeli civilians,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
A homogeneous community grounded on consensus may be unable to criticize the injustice and exclusionary practices that undermine it,multiculturalism
the state should confine its role to protecting individual liberty and property,the free market
Internet gambling is a legitimate activity that citizens have the right to engage in,gambling
attempting to reduce the Earth's population is the only moral option,children
intervention is necessary to solve market-created externalities,the free market
Open primary may dilute the vote of a particular party and lead to a nominee who does not represent the views of his particular party,open primaries
"free trade agreements generally do not increase the economic freedom of the poor or the working class, and frequently make them poorer",the free market
differences are recognized as a uniting component rather than a separating one,multiculturalism
monarchs are not impartial,the monarchy
"The right to freedom of thought and expression, sanctioned by the Declaration of the Rights of Man, cannot imply the right to offend the religious sentiment of believers",blasphemy
biodiversity has intrinsic aesthetic and spiritual value to mankind,endangered species
"Women and men in advertising are frequently portrayed in unrealistic and distorted images that set a standard for what is considered ""beautiful",advertising
exposure to violent video games causes both short term and long term aggression in players and decreases empathy and prosocial behavior,the sale of violent video games to minors
Wind turbines do not consume fuel or produce pollution during normal operation,wind power
The Keystone XL pipeline would allow the U.S. to increase its energy security and reduce its dependence on foreign oil,the keystone xl pipeline
"unlike conventional weapons, nuclear weapons successfully deter all-out war between states",all nations a right to nuclear weapons
there is a direct relationship between economic growth and economic freedom,the free market
constructive engagement with the Burmese junta has failed,re-engage with myanmar
studies of abstinence programs have not produced sufficient evidence to justify their widespread dissemination,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
freedom of speech helps to provide a balance between stability and change,freedom of speech
Self-defense is considered to be a fundamental and inalienable human right,the right to bear arms
most of the world's major economies are resorting to protectionist measures as the global economic slowdown begins to bite,the free market
"Affirmative action is intended to promote
equal opportunity",the use of affirmative action
affirmative action devalues the accomplishments of people who are chosen based on the social group to which they belong rather than their qualifications,the use of affirmative action
boxing may cause DP,boxing
property rights encourage their holders to develop their property or generate wealth,intellectual property rights
gun ownership is a civil liberty,the right to bear arms
Access to information is increasingly recognised as a prerequisite for transparency and accountability of governments,leaking of military documents
a voucher system would weaken public schools,fund education using a voucher scheme
Israel is inflicting collective punishment on the Gaza population,the blockade of gaza
Americans support a flag desecration amendment,burning the stars and stripes
by avoiding reproduction for ethical reasons the childfree will only aid deterioration of concern for the environment and future generations,children
inequality is harmful for economic development,poor communities
Wind energy does not emit greenhouse gases or carbon dioxide,wind power
ASEAN Way has recently proven itself relatively successful in the settlements of disputes by peaceful manner,asean
Unfair competition is inherent in the structure of the BCS,implement playoffs in collegiate level american football
"The idea that political freedom can be preserved in the absence of economic freedom, and vice versa, is an illusion",the free market
"Large hydro dams can control floods, which would otherwise affect people living downstream of the project",hydroelectric dams
"multiculturalism has shifted from tolerating multiple cultures to tolerating multiple value systems, which can be hostile to liberalism",multiculturalism
"the ""restrictions imposed on the civilian population by the continuing blockade of the Gaza Strip amount to collective punishment, a violation of international humanitarian law",the blockade of gaza
most guns are in the hands of people who are unlikely to misuse them,the right to bear arms
Abstinence-only sex education does not decrease rates of unplanned pregnancy,only teach abstinence for sex education in schools
A hydroelectric power source has no fuel and low escape risk,hydroelectric dams
immigrants must always lose their own culture - that is the price of immigration,multiculturalism
parents are in favor of the year-round schedule,year round schooling
People who live close to nature can be dependent on the survival of all the species in their environment,endangered species
liberty of expression 'is not absolute,freedom of speech
The responsibility of all governments is to ensure full respect of all religions,blasphemy
Months or years of service amongst the most fit and capable subtracts from the productivity of the economy,national service
Hamas is guilty of war crimes,israel's 2008-2009 military operations against gaza
Multiculturalism can not be allowed to create a society where all values are equal,multiculturalism