Legislating Morality in America: Debating the Morality of Controversial U.S. Laws and Policies

This comprehensive A-Z encyclopedia provides an in-depth examination of the moral arguments and ideas behind the laws and policies that govern personal, corporate, and government behavior in the United States.

With over 100 entries covering controversial and important issues such as abortion, civil rights, drugs and alcohol, euthanasia, guns, hate crimes, immigration, immunization, natural resource use and protection, prostitution, same-sex marriage, and workplace laws, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the moral foundations of modern American society.

Written by an experienced political scientist, this volume provides readers with a balanced and authoritative perspective on the complex issues shaping 21st century America.

Whether you're a student, scholar, or simply a concerned citizen, this book will help you make sense of the moral debates that are shaping our nation's future.