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Lifting the Gaza blockade would let weapons into the Gaza Strip and undermine peace. | blockade of the gaza strip |
whaling is an outdated practice that destroys entire marine species. | whaling |
we should subsidize embryonic stem cell research because it may lead to breakthroughs in varying medical conditions. | embryonic stem cell research |
we shouldn't limit executive compensation because those people worked hard to get to that position and should be awarded for it. | executive compensation |
we should abandon the school uniform because it is just another cost for parents to pay on top of all the other costs of a 'free' education. | the use of school uniform |
using factory farming, more animals can be raised enabling more people to be fed at lower prices. | factory farming |
if payday loans are used sensibly they can provide a quick fix if you need money quickly without having to resort to borrowing from criminal lenders. | payday loans |
We should ban missionary work because missionaries use funds intended for education, healthcare, and development to spread their religion instead. | missionary work |
marriage provides much needed emotional and financial stability for children. | marriage |
obesity is rising at an alarming rate and fatty foods and sugar filled drinks are shown to be one of the biggest contributors so fast food should be banned because those foods are sold there. | fast food |
collectivism encourages herd mentality | collectivism |
school prayer can cause upset for those students who do not share the beliefs that are being shared. religion should be a choice not imposed. | school prayer |
legalizing prostitution allows the profession to have some oversight and controls, thus making it safer for all involved. | prostitution |
collectivism leads to a greater sense of community where people look after each other. | collectivism |
payday loans are a business model designed to rip people off and keep in eternal debt that they cannot afford to clear. this unsustainable for the individual and the economy | payday loans |
Algorithmic trading is not affected by emotions that can interfere with investment decisions. | algorithmic trading |
the vow of celibacy should not be abandoned as it is a way for people to express their personal beliefs and moral standing | the vow of celibacy |
polygamy is immoral and offensive to a large percentage of the population. | polygamy |
We should not subsidize Wikipedia as there are far more reliable information sources online and Wikipedia should not be trusted as a reliable source since it can be updated by anyone. | wikipedia |
social media is addictive. people are spending more time in virtual worlds and less time experiencing personal human interactions. | social media |
television provides a lot of great information that we would not otherwise get | television |
people should be free to celebrate their sexuality | cancel pride parades |
social media can cause relationship breakdowns and people feeling inadequate when they see and hear what other people have | social media |
the blockade of the gaza strip only serves to harm the citizens living along the strip. | blockade of the gaza strip |
without proper background checks and lack of social service visitations, children are vulnerable to foster families that do not care about the welfare of the child but rather the monetary compensation. | foster care |
indefinite detention in guantanamo bay without putting detainees through the criminal justice process first is a violation of their human rights. | guantanamo bay detention camp |
we should abandon the use of school uniforms because it prohibits students from expressing their individuality and what makes them unique. | the use of school uniform |
every person is entitled to his beliefs, whether they are generally accepted or not. as long as a person does not harm or endanger another person or property, he is entitled to believe what he chooses. | holocaust denial |
we should adopt a zero-tolerance policy in schools because we can not take the risk of possible harm to other students and staff should it be enforced. | zero-tolerance policy in schools |
public defenders are often overburdened with the number of cases and thus cannot do a good and thorough job of defending all their clients. | the use of public defenders |
zoos are inhumane and force animals into a life outside of their natural habitat. we should not encourage the exploitation of these animals. | zoos |
potential criminals will be scared to suffer such harsh punishment and as a result, they will be hesitant to commit crimes | capital punishment |
parents have the right to select the sex of their child | sex selection |
factory farming causes untold unnecessary suffering to animals. they are too crowded, do not have room to move or even breathe properly. | factory farming |
a well-executed targeted killing is an important tool to prevent war and attacks and there's no reason to ban them. | targeted killing |
too much fame at a young age has proven to have ruined many lives | the use of child actors |
legalizing cannabis as far as health is concerned can be beneficial since many of these substances are used as treatments for certain diseases | cannabis |
We should oppose collectivism because in the past it has led to lower living standards for all than individualism. | collectivism |
targeted killing has the potential of killing innocent people | targeted killing |
the olympics provide a way for nations to come together to foster mutual understanding. | the olympic games |
wikipedia is a helpful source of information for research and educational purposes | wikipedia |
homeschooling is a great way for students who would struggle in traditional school to get the support and individual learning style adaptations they need. | homeschooling |
we can regulate it to be sustainable and only legal for indigenous communities that need whales for survival. banning is too far and unnecessary | whaling |
Foster care lets kids get individualized attention, instead of group homes where there might be one adult for every 30 kids and individual problems go unnoticed. | foster care |
naturopathy should be banned in large part due to the large number of deaths associated with reliance on it | naturopathy |
judicial activism can result in people not being punished properly for their crimes. | judicial activism |
targeted killing is the best way to eliminate threats without risking additional loss of life and it should not be banned. | targeted killing |
cannabis will lead to the use of hard drugs which will increase crime | cannabis |
We should ban the use of child actors as it subjects them to ideas and images that they should not experience at a young age. | the use of child actors |
Some people who utilize homeopathy may not get medical help for serious issues until it is too late. | homeopathy |
the perks of becoming an executive and working your way up include attractive compensation. those who can attain big pay days should be comended. | executive compensation |
Austerity policies are needed to reduce budget deficits. | austerity regime |
racial profiling is efficient and lets the cops focus on those most likely to commit a crime | racial profiling |
racial profiling encourages the reinforcement of stereotypes and can lead to minorities being unfairly targeted. | racial profiling |
Factory farming not only keeps costs low for the consumer but it also guarantees more meat and other animal products as opposed to regular farms. The population is huge and needs to be fed. | factory farming |
we should subsidize vocational education because not all people are college material. there is a shortage of people working in certain fields that do not require a college education. | vocational education |
libertarianism reduces the oppression of big government and gives more freedom to the pople | libertarianism |
there is no need to subsidize stay at home dads because the public should not have to pay for the choice these men made to stay home. | stay-at-home dads |
marriage is a solid foundation with which to build a family and it should be held as sacred always. | marriage |
strict capital punishment brings justice and closure to the victim's family | capital punishment |
some executives receive obscene remuneration payment in contrast to their workers who receive only very small rewards for their performance. so limits should be in place to be more fair | executive compensation |
wikipedia is not a reliable search engine because of the information exchange methodology they have, since anyone could place what they would like on that page | wikipedia |
judicial activism should not be limited as times have changed, circumstances are vastly different, than a reason why an initial law was enacted. | judicial activism |
cosmetic surgery is dangerous and unnecessary, and many providers are unethical. | cosmetic surgery |
three-strike offenders are habitual criminals and should be treated as such | the three-strikes laws |
the olympic games are too expensive and bad for host cities and their residents. | the olympic games |
to attract the best talent at the top, a high level of executive compensation is essential. | executive compensation |
we should ban factory farming because it lead to the abuse of animals | factory farming |
safe spaces are vital to many, especially on campuses where the students that feel excluded or discriminated against have a safe haven to enable them to feel comfortable in continuing their education | safe spaces |
foster care offers safety and shelter to children in need. | foster care |
missionary work is merely the propagation of christian beliefs under the guise of charity, and religion shouldn't be marketed as a commodity. | missionary work |
selective killings are necessary to eliminate evil people in dangerous or unreachable areas | targeted killing |
Vocational schools are a more efficient form of secondary education as they skip the traditional liberal arts and general education courses of most universities, and instead focus on practical courses for a person's career. | vocational education |
social media allows people to stay in touch with friends and relatives all over the world | social media |
pride parades have now grown to the point where they are increasingly difficult to police and the scale of the events now need to be looked at to ensure the safety of all participants. | cancel pride parades |
Animals have rights, and we as custodians of nature have an obligation to them to protect them from this cruel and needless death | whaling |
school uniform is expensive and may mean families cannot afford other essentials after paying for uniform, or they may have to buy substandard uniform which opens children to discrimination. | the use of school uniform |
if we don't ban whaling they will soon be almost extinct. | whaling |
there is no difference between assisted suicide and being an accessory to murder. suicide is immoral and those that help should be punished. | assisted suicide |
wikipedia is a valuable tool used by millions to acquire knowledge. | wikipedia |
It is impossible to humanely kill a whale and no creature deserves such a painful and gruesome death. | whaling |
Three strikes laws destroy families by taking away parents and children for the rest of their lives with no chance of parole. | the three-strikes laws |
marriage is an outdated institution for the benefit of the male population, therefore it should be abandoned. | marriage |
the flag is a symbol of the united states, our way of life, our freedom, or soldiers and deserves respect. | flag burning |
economic sanctions only hurt the normal working class citizens | the use of economic sanctions |
cosmetic surgery for minors is unnecessary and dangerous. | cosmetic surgery for minors |
embroyonic stem cell research paves the way for many vital medical breakthroughs, helping to fight debilitating diseases and the suffering caused by them. | embryonic stem cell research |
the open source nature of wikipedia means anyone can add gibberish and falsehood in its contents thereby making it unreliable. | wikipedia |
the uniformity of clothing creates a sense of belonging and a collective identity which encourages camaraderie between students and this allows for greater focus on studies | the use of school uniform |
The data shows that states like California where three strikes laws have been implemented don't actually see decreases in crime after implementation. | the three-strikes laws |
the olympic games should not be banned, it provides hope and motivation for a physically positive purpose, and brings together every nation of the world | the olympic games |
Excessive levels of pay for executives is deeply disproportionate when compared to the far smaller remuneration for the multitude of the workforce and compensation should be limited in line with a fairer split. | executive compensation |
we shouldn't abandon the usage of school uniforms because they instill discipline and a consistent learning environment. there is less bullying and more cohesiveness. | the use of school uniform |
we should ban cosmetic surgery for minors because it sets a bad precedence for those who come behind them and because it's a decision with a permanent outcome. | cosmetic surgery for minors |
a zero-tolerance policy is the best way to crack down on unacceptable behavior before it gets out of hand. | zero-tolerance policy in schools |
social media often shows people at their best and looking their best, this can lead to feelings of inadequacy for those viewing. | social media |
why should the rich have access to a better defense than the poor? if everyone used the same level of defender it would make the justice system much fairer. | the use of public defenders |
affirmative action is unfair on people who lose out on jobs because they are not a minority. | affirmative action |
whale populations are depleted and need protecting | whaling |
fast food provides minimal nutrition and is addictive with no health benefits so should be banned to preserve the health of the population. | fast food |