Disagreeing Agreeably: Issue Debates with a Primer on Political Disagreement Contributor(s): Smith, Glen (Author) |
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ISBN: 0367228262 ISBN-13: 9780367228262 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | American Government - National - Political Science | Essays - Political Science | Political Process - General |
Dewey: 320.973 |
LCCN: 2019008709 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (0.85 lbs) 164 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book facilitates civil discussion of controversial political issues. Unique to this book is a section that explains how to discuss politics without feeling angry or hostile toward people who hold different beliefs. In addition, the book provides concise and accessible debates of contemporary policy issues including gun control, immigration, the Electoral College, voting, and affirmative action. For each topic, readers are shown that opposing arguments are based on values and concerns that are widely shared by most people regardless of their political leanings. Perfect for students, professors, and citizens alike, this book promotes civility without shying away from controversy. |