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Politics | The Big Debates    |   #The immigration debate

Should the US Accept Syrian Refugees?

What's the moral thing to do? What's more beneficial to the US economically? These perspectives might surprise you...

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Middle East

Should The US Pull Out Of Syria?

We would undo all our recent gains

Staying would only waste resources

Politics    |   #trump #foreign policy

Is Trump’s Syria Strategy Valuable?

He risks making everything worse

Trump has a solid plan for peace

Politics    |   #Syria #foreign policy

Was The Syria Strike Useful?

It didn't meaningfully punish Assad

It was a necessary show of strength

Politics    |   #foreign policy #the middle east debate

How Should The US Proceed In Syria?

We have to stop the bloodshed

Iraq showed staying away is better

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Syria

Should The West Intervene In Syria?

It's the necessary next step

It would prolong the carnage

Politics    |   #the middle east debate

Is Trump Right To Want To Leave Syria?

It would allow ISIS to re-emerge

Getting out of Syria is a good idea

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Is Trump right to stop funding Syrian rebels?

Trump wrong to cut funding for Syrian rebels

He's right, funds ended up going to terrorists

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Is Trump’s Syria policy working?

Trump's Syria strategy is highly ineffective

Actually, he's preventing further bloodshed

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Was the U.S. right to shoot down a Syrian jet?

U.S. shows strength by downing Syrian jet

This puts U.S. in danger by angering Russia

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Was Trump’s Syria strike illegal?

Syria strike needed Congressional approval

Not an act of war, the strike was legal

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Is Trump justified in attacking Syria?

Trump's Syria attack is warranted

Trump's decision was impulsive

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Should the US enter Syria?

US needs to step in, it has gone too far

US involvement can lead to more violence

Living    |   #ethics #terrorism

Are Humans Inherently Violent?

Can we end violence, or will it forever be part of the human experience?

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?

Politics    |   #trump #foreign policy

Did Trump Say The Right Things During His UN Speech?

He is alienating America's key allies

He called out other countries' misdeeds

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Turkey

Was Trump Right To Impose Sanctions On Turkey?

Turkey has been out of line for years

Economic and diplomatic pain await

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Drones

The Perspective on Drone Strikes

A Necessary Evil or Just Plain Evil?

Politics    |   #trump #Russia

Is Trump Right To Prioritize Good Relations With Russia?

He is giving Russia a huge pass

Better relations are the priority

Politics    |   #Russia #trump

Can The Trump-Putin Meeting Be Good for America?

It gives Putin what he wants

It thaws frosty relations

Politics    |   #trump #Putin

Is the Trump-Putin Summit a Good Idea?

It could improve US relations with Russia

It could lead to greater US security risks

Politics    |   #United Nations

The Perspective on the United Nations (UN)

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

Politics    |   #foreign policy

Should America Have Left The UN Human Rights Council?

This is the certainly the right move

This harms upholding human rights

Politics    |   #trump #obama

Was Trump or Obama Better In Foreign Policy?

Trump's authority is a significant asset

Obama was smart to lower tensions

Politics    |   #foreign policy

Is Regime Change A Viable Foreign Policy Strategy?

History shows it tends to fail

It can be good when done right

Politics    |   #history #presidents

Obama’s Legacy: Mission Accomplished or Mission Impossible?

From Obamacare, through Cuba to Trump. How will Obama's administration be remembered?

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Iran

Does Trump’s Iran Decision Strengthen Or Weaken America?

He has hurt US national security

It shows the world US strength

Politics    |   #foreign policy #Iran

Was Killing The Iran Deal The Right Decision?

The deal was poor and had to end

This puts us on a war path with Iran

Politics    |   #Iran #Iran nuclear deal

Should Trump Have Ended The Iran Deal?

It failed to meaningfully limit Iran

Ending the deal was a big mistake

Politics    |   #Iran #foreign policy

Do The Iran Nuclear Deal’s Flaws Justify Ending It?

Evidence shows the deal is rotten

Actually, it's working as intended

Politics    |   #trump #foreign policy

Do Trump’s And Macron’s Views Align?

Their views of the world contrast

They share common views

Politics    |   #the America debate

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    |   #GOP #foreign policy

Is Mike Pompeo Right For Secretary Of State?

Mike Pompeo is a big step down

He's the right man for the job

Politics    |   #Russia #trump

Is Trump Too Friendly With Russia?

A tougher U.S. stance is needed against Russia

Trump is right to seek better relations with it

Politics    |   #foreign policy #the middle east debate

Was The Iran Nuclear Deal A Mistake?

It worsened Middle Eastern violence

The deal prevents even worse conflicts

Politics    |   #ISIS

Has ISIS Been Defeated?

ISIS has been fully defeated

It survives through investments

Politics    |   #media #fake news

Were The Fake News Awards Really Necessary?

This event hurts our democracy

Media needs to be held accountable

Politics    |   #trump #foreign policy

Has Trump’s Foreign Policy Been A Success?

He’s reducing America’s influence

Trump shows much-needed strength

Living    |   #africa #volunteering

Service Trips Abroad: Harmful or Helpful?

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

Politics    |   #ISIS #trump

Is Trump Responsible For The Fall Of ISIS?

Trump had little to do with it

The media ignores his influence

Politics    |   #trump #Russia

Is Trump right to cozy up to Putin?

This is the wrong way to handle Russia

Trump's approach is perfect

Politics    |   #trump #ISIS

Does Trump deserve credit for defeating ISIS?

Obama's policies killed ISIS

No, Trump's decision-making did

Politics    |   #trump #The immigration debate

Is new travel ban a disguised Muslim ban?

U.S. travel ban is a disguised Muslim ban

Its aim is security, not banning Muslims

Politics    |   #ISIS

Is ISIS losing its influence?

ISIS is quickly losing influence

It still poses a significant danger

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How is the war against ISIS going?

ISIS is falling as quickly as it emerged

Its strong ideology will persevere

Politics    |   #the middle east debate

Did the Arab Spring Make Things Worse?

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

Politics

Would it be wise for Trump to pull out of Obama’s Iran Deal?

Trump shouldn't end Iran Nuclear Deal

He should, it has proven to be ineffective

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How strong is ISIS still?

U.S.-backed forces are squashing ISIS

ISIS will survive by laying low

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Was Obama wrong to stay silent on Russian election interference?

Obama's silence cost Democrats the election

He knew it wouldn't change the outcome

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Was Trump right to share classified information with Russia?

Trump erred sharing sensitive U.S. intel

He has the right to share info with Russia