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Controversial Topics
Controversial topics come from concepts or ideas that have various points of view, usually opposing viewpoints. Some more ideas can be found by checking our Research Guide for in the News, Research Guide on Opposing Viewpoints or the Research Guide on Paper Topics on Society Issues pages.
| Should same-sex marriage be legal? | Under God? Constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance |
| Are Botox Injections really needed? | Are genetically modified foods safe? |
| Is stem cell research ethical? | Should guns be banned in the workplace? |
| Who should have ownership rights in internet publishing? | Should we have the Death Penalty? |
| Did the Holocaust really happen? | Should the President wire-tap without permission? |
| What rules govern placement of religious symbols in public places? | Is it morally right to use animals for testing? |
There are books that offer other controversial topics either Opposing Viewpoints or Contemporary World Issues. Please check them out. A magazine on controversial topics is CQ Researcher (only available for CSULB users) although it tends to be politically based issues.
To FIND MORE check for books for more on these topics OR look for article look under General Research Databases. Good Luck! Remember the librarians at the Reference Desk in the University Library can always help.
This page was created by
Kelly Janousek, Librarian, University Library
California State University, Long Beach
Created October 31, 2000