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Sports | #2018 World Cup #The Racism Debate

France v Croatia - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Final.

Is It Okay To Call France’s Soccer Team African?

They are French, first and foremost

It's ok to celebrate their Africanness

Politics

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives for his first summit since winning the Presidency, at the EU Council headquarters ahead of a European Council meeting on June 22, 2017 in Brussels, Belgium. In the first European summit since she lost her Commons majority in the general election, British Prime Minister Theresa May will outline her plans for the issue of expats' rights after Brexit.

Were Macron’s comments about Africa racist?

Macron's Africa comments were petty

They were taken totally out of context

Biz/Tech | #social media #tech giants

A man checking twitter on his mobile phone while walking.

Is Twitter a life-enhancing or life-disabling tool?

#cyberbullying #straightforward #grammar #uprising #now

Biz/Tech | #The economy debate

The Perspective on Unions

Do they combat or contribute to worker exploitation they are meant to fight against?

Politics | #trump #The Racism Debate

Donald Trump greets his supporters at a political rally.

Was Trump Right In His Baltimore & Elijah Cummings Criticism?

Trump is right, the city is in shambles

His statements are born from racism

Entertainment | Living | #Disney #parenting

a Disney princess greets an unbelieving child

Disney Animated Films – Are they good for children?

Get both sides' perspectives into the influence of Disney's stories and heroes on our kids' culture

Politics | #charlottesville #protest

Do Protests work ?

Protests can do much to direct attention toward issues, but is attention enough to effect change ?

Living | #the education debate

College students throwing caps at graduation.

Get a Degree or Get A Life? What Should Follow High School?

Does a college education or life experiences have more valuable, teachable lessons to offer?

Politics | #the America debate

American Troops boarding a plane at dusk

America First? Should the US intervene militarily in foreign conflicts?

US intervention overseas is never ideal and rarely uncomplicated, but nor are the alternatives.

Politics | #the America debate

Should convicted criminals have the right to vote?

Should it be untouchable, or is it a privilege that has potential to be revoked?

Entertainment | #ethics #celebrities

Four man that have been accused of morally depraved behavior

Do Artists with seriously questionable morals deserve fame?

When a scandal tarnishes a beloved artist’s legacy, should it change their art in your eyes?

Politics | #the middle east debate

Benjamin Netanyahu: Strong or Ineffectual Leader?

Both admired and scorned, Israel's Prime Minister has left his mark on the country, but what will his legacy be?

Entertainment | #film #The Racism Debate

Hollywwod actors line up for a star studded selfie

Is Hollywood too white?

Is Hollywood improving at embracing and promoting diversity?

Politics | #Democrats

Is Kamala Harris A Good Presidential Candidate?

She could lead Democrats forward

Her past is full of bad judgement

Politics | #The Racism Debate

Washinton Monument of Martin Luther King in the US.

Has America Realized MLK’s Dream?

Racism has diminished in America

MLK's dream remains unfulfilled

Politics | #history #presidents

The Perspective on George W. Bush

How will his legacy be remembered. Here are three arguments for and three against W.

Living | #The Racism Debate

Trump supporters hold back one of their own during a clash with protesters at a Patriot's Day rally on April 15, 2017 in Berkeley, California.

Does reverse racism exist in America?

Does it exist and is it severe enough to be part of the discrimination dialogue?

Politics | #GOP #trump

President Trump Hosts Kanye West And Former Football Player Jim Brown At The White House.

Does Kanye West Deserve Criticism For His Support Of Trump?

Kanye's support of Trump is misplaced

He has the right to his own opinion

Living | The Big Debates | #the Circumcision debate

A boy is held by his father as is abou to go through a bris

The Perspective on Circumcision

The majority of American males are circumcised. Based on what we know, should we continue this practice?

Politics

Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum (D-FL) delivers remarks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention.

Is Andrew Gillum A Good Choice For Florida Governor?

He champions unity and progress

His socialist beliefs aren't needed

Living | #foreign policy

Washington Funeral Service For Richard Holbrooke.

Was Kofi Annan An Effective UN Leader?

He was a hero that fought for peace

He failed at his job in too many ways

Politics | #foreign policy #Drones

The Perspective on Drone Strikes

A Necessary Evil or Just Plain Evil?

Politics | #United Nations

United Nations addressed by President Trump

The Perspective on the United Nations (UN)

The organization is vital international relationships, but it has also experienced many failures over the years.

Politics | #trump #The Racism Debate

Donald Trump Holds Campaign Rally In Keene, New Hampshire.

Was Trump Justified In Calling MS-13 Members Animals?

It's appropriate for violent criminals

Such dehumanizing language is too far

Entertainment | #The Racism Debate #music

Donald Glover (aka Childish Gambino) points a gun at a man's head in his music video titled: This is America.

Is Donald Glover’s ‘This Is America’ Music Video Revolutionary?

It's amazing and very powerful

It's not as creative as some think

Living | #The Racism Debate

Is Affirmative Action a Racist Policy?

Does it protect the disadvantaged or unintentionally promote other forms of discrimination?

Living | #The Racism Debate

Philadelphia Police Arrest Of Two Black Men In Starbucks, Prompts Apology From Company's CEO.

Was The Starbucks Arrest Racially Motivated?

This was a clear example of discrimination

The men refused to leave, it wasn't racism

Politics | #foreign policy #The economy debate

U.S. President Donald Trump takes part in a welcoming ceremony with China's President Xi Jinping.

Who Would Win A Trade War: China or America?

China is more ready for a trade war

Actually, America would win it

Living | #the gun control debate

Hundreds Of Thousands Attend March For Our Lives In Washington DC.

Was The March For Our Lives A Step Forward?

It's the progress America needs

It proposes gun laws that won't help

Politics | #history

The Perspective on Che Guevara

While he preached the change that Cuba needed, he also left a ravaged country in his wake.

Politics | #trump #the America debate

Is Trump good for liberals?

Perhaps Trump’s presidency is a catalyst for the whole country to move forward

Politics | #trump #The immigration debate

U.S. President Donald Trump (C) presides over a meeting about immigration with Republican and Democrat members of Congress.

Was Trump Right About S**thole Countries?

He was wrong to make this statement

Trump is right about these places

Living | #africa #volunteering

Service Trips Abroad: Harmful or Helpful?

Are they more about the communities in need or the volunteers themselves?

Living | The Big Debates | #feminism ##metoo

A woman shouts into a loudspeaker during a feminist rally.

The Perspective on Feminism

Considering past achievements and work to be done, does feminism need to change to stay relevant?

Sports | #basketball

LaVar Ball standing on a basketball court.

Should LaVar Ball launch a junior basketball league?

It's a good way to empower players

It will rob players of college experiences

Living | #black people

The hands of a black protester are seen following his arrest at a 'Millions March' demonstration protesting the killing of unarmed black men by police.

Are black people unfairly targeted by police?

Police don't treat black people worse

All the data indicates they do

Politics | #North Korea

North Korean soldiers look at the South side during a ceremony marking the 61th anniversary of the signing of the armistice agreement on July 27, 2014 in Panmunjom, South Korea. It marks the 61th anniversary since the signing of an armistice agreement between North and South Korea on July 27, 1953.

Are the latest North Korea sanctions harsh enough?

North Korea sanctions aren't enough

They will slash the regime's income

Politics | #the middle east debate

Egyptian man walks past riot police as they stand guard in front of Dokki police station

Did the Arab Spring Make Things Worse?

Was it the precursor to a more enduring movement? Or will chaos and tyranny become its legacy?

Living

Catholic families attend the Christmas day mass at the church of Our Lady of the Assumption hosted by Monsignor Enrique Figaredo on December 25, 2013 in Battambang, Cambodia. The parish at Battambang dates back to 1790 when the Catholic community first arrived. Now they serve around 1000 Catholics and 600 families.

Does Religion support or limit Human Rights?

Religion has held back human rights

Its values protect minorities

Politics

Four hundred journalists and Amnesty International supporters tape their mouths closed to show solidarity with Al Jazeera journalists jailed in Egypt, at the Amnesty International Media Awards at BFI Southbank on November 11, 2014 in London, England.

Are calls to close Al Jazeera justified?

Al Jazeera is being unjustly suppressed

A voice for extremist views, it should close

Living | The Big Debates | #The Religion debate

A row of women wearing a burka, one of which faces the camera

Should We Ban the Burqa?

Embrace the burqa as part of religious freedom, or restrict what feels antithetical to western cultural values?

Living

Is a debate surrounding the terminology ‘female genital mutilation’ warranted?

Media shouldn't downplay cultural cruelty

The media should avoid using loaded language

Entertainment | The Big Debates

The Perspective on Reality TV

This is the true story…of what happens when people stop being polite, and start getting real ?