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This research article gives detailed point by point information about the problems with Zero Tolerance Policies. The research done shows the goal of the policies and the actual effect they have had.

In 1970 hispanics made up 17% of Arizona residents, now they make up more than 30%. Being that is percentage dramatically increased, Senator Russell Pearce campaigned on strictor immigration policies. Which then lead to Republican Govenor Jan Brewer to sign SB1070 , that basically fosters a culture for racial profiling, but others say its necessary to crack down on illegal immigrants in the United States.

This website is a database for 100 countries and their policies regarding prostitution. This website also includes details related to prostitution, because some countries legalize prostitution but does not legalize brothel ownership, or pimping. This website also gives reasons to why some countries allow it and why some don't. 

Solutions 2016 is an arsenal of today's best conservative policy recommendations for those fighting on the front lines of American political life, whether by running for office or simply being an active citizen in their community.

This article talks about the number of people that were dropped from their current insurance policies due to the Affordable Care Act. People were told they would be able to keep there policies but that was not the case

This article talks about religious offences in different countries. It also states why we should care about freedom of religion.

This article discusses immigration policies. .It describes how although immigration policies are allowed, violation of human rights are happening in the process.

Illustrates some facts regarding the 'school to prison pipeline' metaphor. More schools are adopting policies that make students interact with police more and more. This then causes students to be more likely to go to prison.

Illustrates some facts regarding the 'school to prison pipeline' metaphor. More schools are adopting policies that make students interact with police more and more. This then causes students to be more likely to go to prison.

I don't think that interacting with police is what causes students to be more likely to go to prison. If the police are in the schools and positively interacting with students, I feel that the students are made to be more aware of their decisions. However, if it is one of the schools in a very poor community that has a high crime rate and a lot of drugs, then those kids are prison bound no matter if they interact with police or not. I am not saying all those kids are bad, but the bad eggs are heading that way regardless.

This article describes 5 examples of children harmed by the Zero Tolerance Policies adopted by many schools. The author is a current teacher and a writer for about.com

Illegal Immigration Policy recently mandated. Described that illegal immigrants caught at the border should be dealt with at the border, rather than allowing them to enter the country with a court ordered summons.

I feel like this topic is extremely sensitive, however after reading the new mandated policy and furthering my understanding of what the President intends to do. Thanks for the article.

This article brings up the question of who we can blame for the obesity epidemic. Is there one particular industry that is really at fault? Surprisingly, the majority of the people surveyed blame themselves.

This timeline provides information about the gay rights movement in the United States from 1924 to the present: including the Stonewall riots; the contributions of Harvey Milk; the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy; the first civil unions; the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York; and more. This timeline provides information about the gay rights movement in the United States from 1924 to the present: including the Stonewall riots; the contributions of Harvey Milk; the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy; the first civil unions; the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York; and more. This timeline provides information about the gay rights movement in the United States from 1924 to the present: including the Stonewall riots; the contributions of Harvey Milk; the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy; the first civil unions; the legalization of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York; and more. A timeline from the beginning of the gay movement to the present.

The Boy Scouts of America will accept openly gay youths starting on New Year's Day The new policy was approved in May, with support from 60 percent of the 1,400 voting members of the BSA's National Council.However, gay Scouts will face some limitations.

The Boy Scouts of America will accept openly gay youths starting on New Year's Day The new policy was approved in May, with support from 60 percent of the 1,400 voting members of the BSA's National Council.However, gay Scouts will face some limitations.

As tattoos are becoming more common, they are also becoming more accepted in the workplace. Companies in both the corporate and medical fields are loosening their policies on tattoos to be more inclusive and flexible with the current cultural trends.

As tattoos are becoming more common, they are also becoming more accepted in the workplace. Companies in both the corporate and medical fields are loosening their policies on tattoos to be more inclusive and flexible with the current cultural trends.

Nowadays, more women than ever are having babies at the peak of their careers. In this article, the author discusses how working women in the United States are finding it more and more difficult to maintain a substantial career while also being a mother. Maternity leave in the United States is neither stress-free or easy for working mothers, as the success within their careers directly suffers due to unhelpful maternity leave policies.

Cyberbullying is a huge issue in today's society due to the mass amounts of technology available to the youth, but there is no federal law against it. This website breaks down which states carry policies that protect or fight against cyberbullying and carries a link to the cyberbullying information website for more info.

Interesting blog on the legalization of drugs and the right to control your body. With emphasis on the federal governments contemporary prohibition policy.

Our nation is riddled with debt and many states have considered relaxing drug policies to help budgets.  There are some financial benefits that would come with legalizing drugs such as taxes and savings on both persecuting and housing criminals.

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, and publisher attempting to help everyone better understand foreign policy around the world. This article in particular focuses on effective ways to respond to our global terrorist threats covering strength & weaknesses, recent developments, and other important factors regarding this regime.

The National rifle association fights for the right of American citizen to bare arms. It helps to find policies and legislations as well as news pertaining to the second amendment

This doesn't lead to an article. The nra is perfectly fine with guns even if it leads to a large number of mass shootings. It get to the debate of is it a personal freedom to be able to kill another person.

I didn't find a specific article on 2nd amendment rights. Just the web page for the largest gun lobby in America.