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polygamy could be confusing for the children growing up in such relationships as they do not have one clear mother and father as their friends do. | polygamy |
economic sanctions can prove to be an effective deterrent to aggressive nations. | the use of economic sanctions |
it doesn't deter crime and it's simply about revenge. the innocence project has exonerated twenty people on death row, and with their limited resources i have no doubt the number is higher. | capital punishment |
a ban would only increase the already concerning trend to go to dangerous surgeons abroad | cosmetic surgery |
people should be allowed to get organs from other countries by buying them if the wait list for their transplant is too long and they are at risk of dying. | organ trade |
banning whaling is the most humane thing we can do to help. | whaling |
social media leads to isolation and depression, due to constant comparisons and no real life social interaction. | social media |
School uniforms are uncomfortable for those who prefer a much different style of clothing. | the use of school uniform |
autonomous cars can help those without the capability of driving be able to have consistent transportation when they don't otherwise. | the development of autonomous cars |
zoos allow for continued protections of many species as well as providing the means for births of animals that would not have occurred in the wild due to loss of habitation and poachers. | zoos |
the number of people participating in voting across all elections has been steadily declining year on year so we need compulsory voting to ensure representative elections | compulsory voting |
the olympic games bring vast economic benefit to local communities, both through regeneration projects and the influx of vistors spending their cash. | the olympic games |
the organ trade can provide a greater supply of organs which could save many lives. | organ trade |
homeschooling doesn't allow the child to have the same social aspect that they would attain at a regular school. | homeschooling |
legalizing prostitution allows better regulation, to protect the women from violence and disease | prostitution |
naturopathy can be alternative way of medicine when prescription medicine isn't an option | naturopathy |
legalizing prostitution would prevent exploitation and trafficking of sex workers | prostitution |
an austerity regime can help restructure a country's debt without increasing the deficit | austerity regime |
The heat and radiation released by nuclear detonations against all targets in a massive area make these bombs inherently horrific, violent, and cruel. | the abolition of nuclear weapons |
multi-party systems allow several viewpoints to be expressed and represents more people. | multi-party system |
Polygamy prevents adultery and promotes trusting and healthy relationships by preventing jealousy and creating space for growth and freedom. | polygamy |
naturopathy can cause enormous damage if people use it instead of using mainstream medicine. | naturopathy |
autonomous cars are likely to be safer than human controlled cars because they remove the factor of human driver error. | the development of autonomous cars |
spiralling national debt is unsustainable in the longer term, and the only way to begin reversing this for future generations is to adobt an approach of austerity, no matter how painful. | austerity regime |
young people with facial disfigurements or those who have been involved in accidents could greatly benefit from cosmetic surgery to boost their confidence and restore their appearance | cosmetic surgery for minors |
autonomous cars can be easily hacked to cause widespread accidents. | the development of autonomous cars |
in some cases where all attempts to capture someone has gone wrong the only option left is to kill them before they can hurt more people and in these cases it shouldn’t be banned. | targeted killing |
public defenders allow all to be supported by someone for free in an attempt to defend themselves legally. eliminating high priced lawyers who provide the same service would level the playing field for all. | the use of public defenders |
we should abandon the use of school uniform because some schools are too strict on their policies and may feel the students will respond with breaking boundaries which lead to exclusion | the use of school uniform |
Wikipedia has millions of visitors every day. If these individuals were charged a minimal fee, Wikipedia would never need government subsidization. | wikipedia |
people have the right to alter their looks as they see fit if it improves their self image and mental well-being. | cosmetic surgery |
autonomous cars eliminate the dangers of distracted drivers. | the development of autonomous cars |
Intellectual property rights are important to protect the assets of those who have invested time and money into a particular idea. | intellectual property rights |
Capital punishment is inhumane, as we value the right to life in all societies, yet this action of state violence violates that most fundamental right. | capital punishment |
too often people only do foster care to bring in more money and the children receive little or no attention. | foster care |
racial profiling is discriminatory and should not be used as it proliferates the concept that certain ethnic groups, ages or sexes are participating in criminal behavior. | racial profiling |
prisoners are tortured beyond reasons there and it's a human right's violation | guantanamo bay detention camp |
nobody can own a lyric or a written word, the whole idea of intellectual property rights is outdated. | intellectual property rights |
the vow of celibacy prevents people from performing sinful acts. | the vow of celibacy |
abandoning television would encourage people to do other more beneficial activies such as reading, socialising, being outdoors and otherwise healthier pursuits. | television |
prostitution is catering for an age-old need, and legalising the profession will improve the safety and health of the sex workers. | prostitution |
cosmetic surgery decisions require the consent of an adult and should not be inflicted on minors prior to their age of consent. | cosmetic surgery for minors |
affirmative action is incredibly important to ensure visibility and equality are strived for, in a society where systemic racism, sexism and homophobia are ingrained in a systems of commerce. | affirmative action |
forcing a person to vote when they know nothing of current issues could lead to them voting for someone that will cause more harm than good. | compulsory voting |
urbanization is destroying our natural habitat by over-expanding humans reach. we need to scale back rather than continuing to destroy our environment. | fight urbanization |
legalizing organ trade would make it easier for people to get the organs they need in order to survive in case of organ failure | organ trade |
we should ban fast food because it is making people become obese | fast food |
if journalism can't survive without a subsidy, it doesn't deserve to be in the market | journalism |
we should legalise cannabis because scientific studies have proven that it helps people with diseases such as parkinson's and will be much cheaper than the current medicines. | cannabis |
we should subsidize embryonic stem cell research since it could help people in the future suffering from incurable diseases. | embryonic stem cell research |
abandoning marriage allows for people to grow as themselves without the weight of a relationship | marriage |
we should subsidize space exploration as it is important to learn more about the universe and investigate the possibility of other life forms. | space exploration |
human cloning is a minefield for ethics and will result in a sort of eugenics program with 'designer babies' | human cloning |
sex selection could help with overpopulation as parents wouldn't have to keep having kids until they get the gender they wanted | sex selection |
affirmative action is needed to correct the imbalance that was created by years of oppression against non white males. this dominance remains prevalent today and affirmative action helps restore a balance. | affirmative action |
mandatory retirement is harsh. it pushes workers who might still be viable out of the workforce for no other reason than their age, often leaving them to struggle. | retirement |
it is a manner of free speech currently protected under the first amendment. banning it would be unconstitutional. | flag burning |
Algorithmic trading will put many stock brokers and analysts out of business. | algorithmic trading |
legalizing sex selection is a slippery slope that could lead to other selections, like hair color, height, or something more drastic. | sex selection |
stay-at-home dads are an integral part of the economy. they usually allow their wives to work unhampered. thus we should subsidize the stay-at home dads. | stay-at-home dads |
Affirmative action doesn't really changes anything, quite the opposite, it perpetuates the inequality in society. | affirmative action |
foster care can help a child find a family that truly loves them and gives them everything they need | foster care |
we should abandon marriage since now it doesn't seem as important as it used to be. it's easy to get divorced and now it's acceptable to have children out of wedlock or multiple partners. | marriage |
surrogacy shouldnt be banned it provides childless people the chance for a baby who are unable to carry their own | surrogacy |
Autonomous cars have caused deadly accidents and they will never be safe enough for widespread public use. | the development of autonomous cars |
some tribes depend on whaling resources to survive. | whaling |
factory farming leads to sick and diseased animals and poor living conditions for the live stock | factory farming |
naturopathy is a dangerous thing that allows people to put faith in healing themselves in an unconditional and unproven manner instead of working with proven methods. | naturopathy |
vocational education provides training for jobs for people who are unable to afford to pay for it | vocational education |
Children can languish for years in foster care, experiencing multiple placement changes. The disrupted relationships caused by such changes harms their well-being. | foster care |
wikipedia is a valuable collection of knowledge that should be preserved | wikipedia |
many animals would become extinct if we did not have zoos. | zoos |
zoos show animals in an unnatural environment and despite enrichment in enclosures cannot provide natural surroundings which is detrimental to the well being of the animals. | zoos |
prostitution is not good for physical and mental health and should not be made legal. | prostitution |
foster care is disruptive to children because they are placed in an artificial family like setting only to be removed again. it does not allow children the time to learn to trust and love parental figures. | foster care |
voting is a right, a privilege but a person should not be forced to vote, especially if there is not a candidate that a person agrees with in regards to their views. | compulsory voting |
everyone's definition of intelligence differs so the tests are a waste of time | intelligence tests |
Vocational schools teach students - in a relatively short amount of time - professions that have high earning potential. In two years or less, graduates can already be working and making money. | vocational education |
cosmetic surgery is vital for people like burn victims to heal and feel more normal. | cosmetic surgery |
flag burning qualifies as the right to protest, which is a right upheld by the constitution. | flag burning |
surrogacy should be banned because it is just another word for the buying and selling of a human being. | surrogacy |
the intelligence tests allow knowing the abilities of the people that help them to take an education according to their possibilities | intelligence tests |
Israel blockade causes economic and humanitarian suffering in Gaza | blockade of the gaza strip |
organs should never be allowed to be sold as it would create a market where people could be murdered for their organs to help a wealthy person. organ sale would prey on the poor for the benefit of the wealthy. | organ trade |
Capital punishment is more humane than a captive life in prison. | capital punishment |
fast food is heavily marketed towards children, setting them up for a lifetime of unhealthy habits. | fast food |
homeschooling helps children by providing one on one attention when they need extra help. | homeschooling |
child actors are role models for children and can have a greater effect on their good choices than just movies with adults in them. | the use of child actors |
zoos do not provide enough space for animals too explore the environment and so the animals cannot lead a natural life. | zoos |
the vow of celibacy is a centuries old tenet that is no longer viable and should be abandoned | the vow of celibacy |
Without capital punishment the power of deterrence will decrease drastically. | capital punishment |
cannabis should be legalized since it helps people treat critical medical conditions. | cannabis |
we should not ban naturopathy because some people, who are no longer good candidates for traditional treatment, might receive some benefit for a natural treatment at the end of their lives. | naturopathy |
Accidents due to causes like driver error, distracted driving, and intoxication, for example, would be eliminated if everyone had an autonomous car, | the development of autonomous cars |
urbanization can provide employment opportunities | fight urbanization |
this research is very innovative and has already been very succesful | embryonic stem cell research |
school uniforms are essential in ensuring that discipline is maintained in schools | the use of school uniform |
The right to keep and bear arms should be abolished because when writing the Second Amendment the founding fathers couldn't have forseen the development of such destructive modern day weaponry. | the right to keep and bear arms |
not every type of intelligence can be measured by a standardized test & many brilliant people may feel stupid because their talents are not recognized by these tests | intelligence tests |
stay-at-home dads should be subsidized because bringing up a child is an expensive business and people need all the help they can get | stay-at-home dads |
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