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Both Sides: Artificial Intelligence vs. Jobs
Both Sides: Artificial Intelligence vs. Jobs

Is artificial intelligence going to destroy the job market? What will happen to workers who are replaced by AI? Will innovation create new, better jobs to replace the old ones? Can we look to past innovations to predict AI's impact, or will AI's impact be unique? Here...

Both Sides: Monopolies Revisited
Both Sides: Monopolies Revisited

In this follow-up to Both Sides: Monopolies, we take another look at how businesses can become monopolies, and what should be done about it. Do we need more enforcement of antitrust laws? Does the federal government need to intervene in order to protect consumers from...

Does the Constitution Need to be Amended?
Does the Constitution Need to be Amended?

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONJohn asked a variety of lawyers, experts, media members, and people on the street how they would improve the Constitution.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access...

A Recipe for Big Government: Food Insecurity
A Recipe for Big Government: Food Insecurity

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe government tells us 33 million Americans suffer from food insecurity. But is that really true? John investigates food insecurity and food deserts.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...

5 Socialism Myths, Part 2
5 Socialism Myths, Part 2

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 1), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to...

5 Socialism Myths, Part 1
5 Socialism Myths, Part 1

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 2), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to...

Both Sides: Are Tipped Workers Being Exploited?
Both Sides: Are Tipped Workers Being Exploited?

Is it fair to pay employees who receive tips a lower wage than other workers? What would be the impact if we raised the subminimum wage? Would restaurants struggle, or would they actually benefit? Would tipped workers be better off, or would they lose their jobs?THINK...

Both Sides: Free Speech
Both Sides: Free Speech

Should there be limits on the freedom of speech? Is online speech different from offline speech? Do we need censorship on social media? What is the value of the freedom of expression? Does free speech leads us to truth, or is it too easily weaponized to spread...

Both Sides: Foreign Policy
Both Sides: Foreign Policy

How should America approach foreign policy? Is the United States obligated to maintain a military presence around the world? Is war necessary to maintain peace, or are there better options? PolicyEd and Learn Liberty provide us with two opposing perspectives on the...

Both Sides: Self-Driving Cars
Both Sides: Self-Driving Cars

Driverless cars are already on the road, but are they really the future of transportation? Proponents say self-driving cars will reduce accidents and pollution, but others say that they're too dangerous. What are the benefits of cars driven by artificial intelligence?...

Both Sides: Banning TikTok Revisited
Both Sides: Banning TikTok Revisited

In this follow-up to Both Sides: Banning TikTok, we take another look at the controversial social media app. Politicians continue to discuss a nationwide ban, fearing that the Chinese government can use TikTok to spread misinformation and invade our privacy. But is it...

Both Sides: Can Capitalism Save the Environment?
Both Sides: Can Capitalism Save the Environment?

In this follow-up to Both Sides: Can Socialism Save the Environment?, we take a look at the topic from a different perspective. Is capitalism killing the planet, or could it save the planet? Is economic growth the answer, or do we need degrowth? And what can we learn...

Both Sides: Does Capitalism Exploit Workers?
Both Sides: Does Capitalism Exploit Workers?

Is the economic system of capitalism inherently exploitative? Do employers exploit their employees to make a profit? Or does competition lead to mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties? Professor Richard Wolff and Matt Zwolinski, PhD share their opposing points...

Both Sides: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Both Sides: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act was passed in the United States in an attempt to help pregnant employees. But does it really help them? Will there be unintended consequences of the law? What will be the ramifications for employees and employers?NEW LAW PROTECTING...

Both Sides: Free Trade vs. Protectionism
Both Sides: Free Trade vs. Protectionism

Is free trade good for the economy, or should countries be self-sufficient? Is the United States too reliant on other countries when it comes to manufacturing and agriculture? Your students can hear two sides of this argument in the videos below.PROTECTIONISM: THE...

Both Sides: Term Limits
Both Sides: Term Limits

Should senators and members of congress be subject to term limits? Would it reduce the number of career politicians? Would that be a good thing, or do we need experienced politicians who devote their careers to government? How would it affect partisanship?TERM LIMITS:...

The Nuclear Option
The Nuclear Option

VIDEO DESCRIPTION"Climate change is the existential threat!" warns Bernie Sanders and others. But if he really believed that, he should support nuclear -- the only technology that has a track record of rapidly replacing fossil fuels.AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login...

Elections
Elections

Are you searching for resources to discuss voting and elections with your students? Use our “Elections” module to explore subjects such as why politicians don't cut spending, the value of voting, and how to become an informed voter. Enrich your lesson plans with our...

Both Sides: Artificial Intelligence
Both Sides: Artificial Intelligence

What is the future of artificial intelligence? Will it take our jobs, or help us do our jobs more easily? Should AI be regulated by the government? In this edition of Both Sides of the Issue, you can hear two perspectives on this topic.IF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TAKES...

Both Sides: How to Solve the Housing Crisis
Both Sides: How to Solve the Housing Crisis

Housing prices have risen rapidly, leading to a crisis in which people are struggling to find and afford homes. How do we solve the housing crisis? Should the government provide housing for people? Should we remove regulations so that private companies can build...

Wikipedia’s Bias
Wikipedia’s Bias

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWikipedia is a great resource, and a great example of spontaneous order. But does it have a political bias? John takes a closer look.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE...

The Recycling Religion
The Recycling Religion

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONFor decades we’ve been told recycling helps the Earth. But does it really?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These...

Climate Change
Climate Change

Explore the complex landscape of climate issues in this comprehensive module, covering topics such as fracking, the Green New Deal, and electric vehicles. Gain a deep understanding of the intended and unintended environmental, economic, and social implications,...

Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 2
Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 2

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDo you think every car should be electric? In this video (and Part 1), John shares some inconvenient facts that might change your mind.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE...

The Jones Act
The Jones Act

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDo American shipbuilders have an unfair monopoly? John confronts a shipping lobbyist who uses government to ban competition.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE...

Both Sides: Electric Cars
Both Sides: Electric Cars

ARE ELECTRIC CARS REALLY MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY?ELECTRIC CARS: INCONVENIENT FACTS, PART 1AVAILABLE RESOURCES

Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 1
Electric Cars: Inconvenient Facts, Part 1

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONShould all cars go electric? Some politicians and activists think so, but John thinks they're guilty of magical thinking.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE...

How Rent Control Hurts Renters
How Rent Control Hurts Renters

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONEverywhere it's tried, rent control harms the people it's meant to help. Yet politicians continue to implement it. AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to...

Stealing Homes
Stealing Homes

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDid you know you could miss one tax payment and your local government may take your home?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to...

Global Issues
Global Issues

Are you searching for resources to help your students understand some of the major issues in countries around the world? Our “Global Issues” module is the perfect tool to help you cover government policies around the world and their effect on human flourishing and...

Don’t Cancel Comedy
Don’t Cancel Comedy

VIDEO DESCRIPTIONShould social media companies censor comedians?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional...

Economic Policies
Economic Policies

SITC’s “Economic Policies” module is designed to help students learn about the real-life applications of various economic policies, such as tariffs, student loan forgiveness, and corporate subsidies. With this module, students can watch free videos and educators can...