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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

Politics    |   #Syria #trump

Is Trump Right To Pull Out Of Syira?

The US should finally leave Syria

This goes against US interests

Politics    |   #trump #foreign policy

Is The Current Iran Situation Trump’s Fault?

Trump has caused peace to collapse

Iran poses danger irregardless of Trump

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.

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    |   #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?

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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