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Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Political Issues (Taking Sides: Political Issues)

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This is an excellent series. The arguments and counter-arguments have been put together very well. Sure, I disagree with at least 50%, but the fun is in seeing each side make a valid point (and get demolished by the other side!). The editors, Feingold & McKenna, have consistently done a good job with this series. Worth buying just for fun, and invaluable if you are a student (enrolled or otherwise) of Political Science!

This book is perfect for a primer in American Politics, especially current topics or controversial topics. The book does a good job of presenting the pro and con of the issues and is a good source for an undergraduate course.

I would like to see the next edition include some of the less "hot" topics. That simple comment aside, I do appreciate how the book offers both ends of the political continuum w/ each issue.

Anyone starting out in undergrad Political science should read this textbook, articles deal with current issues and can provide for lively discussion.