Pain Killers

Is society too dependent on pain killers? Should people be able to take certain pain medicines if they feel they need to? Should doctors consider more whenever they perscribe a pain medicine? Keep in mind how addictive they can be and how some abuse pain killers to get high, skinny, etc. How do pain killers affect their lives and the rest of society? What can be done to prevent these problems?

Thank you for you time and responses!

Jamie

Legalize Marijuana?

Legalize Marijuana?


Should smoking marijuana be legalized? Why not? What about for medical use? If so, should it be taxed by the government? Do you think the crime rate would drop if it was legalized? Do you think private companies should grow and market it? Should you be able to smoke it out in public, or should it have laws similar to alcohol? What should the minimum age limit be? If it was legalized would you try it?



Thank you for your input, Jeff

Racism in Schools

Is racism still a problem in U.S. schools today? If so, what is the cause of it? Do parents instill racist views in their children? Is there anything schools can do to stop it? How should schools handle racism among students?

Thanks! -Olivia Arnold

GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS

It seems people everywhere are jumping on the band wagon, whether they need it or not. A lot of pressure is being put on different city budgets across the state. Government programs are supposed to be a hand up, not a way of life. Do you think these programs are a burden to society? How do you feel about people cheating the system? Why is it some people needing help are refused? What do you think about a woman having a baby every two years and is on the program so she doesn't have to work to support herself or her children?

Thanks for your response, Jesse

Same-Sex Marriage

What are your views on same-sex marriage? Should it be allowed? Should same-sex couples be forced to accept a "separate-but-equal" approach towards the recognition of their union (civil unions, domestic partnerships)? If you feel that they should be allowed domestic partnerships/civil unions but not marriage, do you feel they should have the same rights as a heterosexual married couple? Should religion play a role in the government's decision of whether to allow same-sex marriage or not? Do you know any same-sex couples? If so, has their relationship affected your views on the topic?

I have tried to include all sides of the argument in the links below--the first being neutral (ideally), second being pro-marriage, and third being opposed. The fourth link is to a list of the 1138 rights only allowed to married couples.
Wikipedia's article on Same-Sex Marriage
Human Rights Campaign's page on Same-Sex Marriage
American Family Association's page on the "homosexual agenda"--articles #3,4,5,6
List of 1138 rights associated with marriage
Map of same-sex rights in Europe
Map of same-sex rights in USA

Thanks for your time and thoughts,

Scott

Illegal Immigration

What do you think about illegal immigration? What do you think should happen to all the illegal immigrants already living and working in the United States? Should children born in the United States to illegal immigrants be allowed the same health benefits that the children of the legal poor receive?

Thanks for your input.
Ginger

Age Differences in relationships

Does a 20-year difference in age make a significant difference in a relationship and can such a relationship stand the test of time? Do your views change if the relationship is interacial?

What do you see as the primary drawbacks or benefits to a relationship in which one person is several or many years older than the other?

How much older/younger than you would you allow your partner to be? Why?

Thank you for your help!

George A. Washington III

Music...or Football?

Because of low funding from the state, several schools nationwide are cutting art programs such as music and drama, before sports. Should the students quit the play and "get ready, set, hut!" or turn in their uniforms and be able to sing "Do-Re-Mi?" Any other suggestions?

Thanks!!

Maria Mathine

same-sex relationships

How do you feel about same-sex marriage? Should people of the same sex be allowed to get married? What are your views on same-sex rights? Do you think same-sex relationships are okay? Why or Why not?

Thanks for your help Edwina Rae

Excuse for drug abuse?

In today's world most of us know the trials caused by drug abuse, whether it be through personal experience or the experiences of someone you know. And one of the things that comes with these experiences are a list of excuses that either justify a user's addiction or paint them as a helpless victim. What I want to know is if there are any excuses that can justify drug abuse? Are abusers truly just innocent victims? And if the user is not to blame, then who is?

Thanks for your help--

Matt

Violent Crimes in Schools

Violent Crimes in Schools? Is there any way to prevent this violence from happening? What are some ways to stop this? Do the schools need to have better Security? Are the parents to blame? Are weapons too easy to get a hold of?

~Katherine Schluter~

Mentally ill people and the work force

Should the mentally ill be allowed in the work force? Should all people applying for a job take tests determining whether they are mentally stable? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of doing mental tests before giving someone a job? Please explain if you think a mental test before employment should or should not be done.

Hey friends =D! Please view this question from all angles, and then choose a side. Thanks for your time!

~!~Cassandra Griffith~!~

STOP RIGHT HERE . . .

SUMMER STUDENTS: PLEASE DON'T ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS BELOW THIS. THANKS! --john

War Against Terrorism

The War Against Terrorism How has the war affected our nation? Do you think that after September 11, where some three thousand were killed, that we should have retaliated the way we did with war? Are we making a change over seas? Why do you think so or why not? Here is a link to aid in your comments on the war: http://www.globalissues.org/Geopolitics/WarOnTerror.asp

Elizabeth Moore (9:00)

Illegal Immigration

Should illegal immigrants be allowed in America?

If you don't have an opinion, then check out these web sites: http://ezinearticles.com/?Should-Illegal-Immigrants-be-Allowed?&id=189646 http://www.immigrationdebate.com/

Steve Gratkins (9:00)

All Things Considered, Do You Think Video Games Are Good Or Bad?

All Things Considered, Do You Think Video Games Are Good Or Bad?

Some things to think about:
-Do some games help younger children with brain function and hand-eye coordination?
-What is the effect of video games on teenagers? Do they become more lazy, more violent?
-Can video games aid older adults in keeping both mind and body active?
What other considerations come into play when deciding whether video games do more harm or good in our society?
How many hours a day or week do you spend playing video games on average?

Jeff Olivinton (1:00)

Teen pregnancy--is it a problem in the U.S. ?

Each year approximately 750,000 women between the ages of 15 and 19 become pregnant. In several states, more than half of these pregnancies end in abortion. The United States has the highest rate of teenage pregnancies when compared to other countries of similar status. Teenagers who have babies are less likely to finish high school. Given these statistics, do you think teenage pregnancy is a serious problem in the United States? Please explain your views.

Thank you!

Twila Douglas (1:00)

Do you think being a professional athlete would be the most ideal job? What are some advantages and disadvantages of playing a pro sport? Would the fame be worth some of the shame?

John Perkins (9:00)

Do you think it's right . . .

Do you think it's right for parents to get their children into child beauty pageants? How about steering them in the direction of acting, singing, or dancing at a young age? Would you do either of these to your children if the chance came up? What are the advantages and disadvantages of influencing your children this way? How might the child be affected? Do you see this kind of influence as being overly pushy or controlling? Is this any different from steering your kids into sports at an early age?

Thanks for your comments--

Stephanie Costa (12:00)

Violent Crimes in School

Over the past few decades, more and more instances of violence in schools are showing up in the media. Is there any way to prevent this violence from happening? What are some logical ways to stop the violence? What is provoking the people into doing these acts? Should security in all schools be increased because of it? Should schools increase awareness about this topic to students?

Thanks for your comments!

Jason Brown (12:00)