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...
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...
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...
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...
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:...
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...
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...
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...
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...
WERE NUCLEAR WEAPONS REQUIRED TO END THE WAR?WAS THE ATOMIC BOMB NECESSARY?AVAILABLE RESOURCES
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...
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...
WHY THE U.S. CAN'T GO BROKESOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE ARE BROKEAVAILABLE RESOURCES
ONLY SOCIALISM CAN SAVE THE PLANETSOCIALISM RUINS THE ENVIRONMENTAVAILABLE RESOURCES
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,...
OBAMA SOUNDS ALARMS ON DANGERS OF DISINFORMATIONTHE GREAT 'DISINFORMATION' PANICAVAILABLE RESOURCES
THE PROBLEM WITH CONSUMERISMTOP 3 WAYS ECONOMIC GROWTH WILL SOLVE CLIMATE CHANGEAVAILABLE RESOURCES
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...
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONThe on-demand version of our Stossel Town Hall for Educators: The Exciting Intersection of Neuroscience and Education, featuring John Stossel and Oakland University professor Barbara Oakley.
HOW COLONIALISM CHANGED UNDER CAPITALISMCAPITALISM IS NOT IMPERIALISMAVAILABLE RESOURCES
WHY THE E.V. REVOLUTION MAY FINALLY BE HEREELECTRIC CARS: INCONVENIENT FACTS, PART 2AVAILABLE RESOURCES
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONDo American shipbuilders have an unfair monopoly? John confronts a shipping lobbyist who uses government to ban competition.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDFAVAILABLE...
TIKTOK BAN BILL: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWSHOULD THE U.S. BAN TIKTOK?AVAILABLE RESOURCES
ARE ELECTRIC CARS REALLY MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY?ELECTRIC CARS: INCONVENIENT FACTS, PART 1AVAILABLE RESOURCES
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...
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 1), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE...
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONSocialism is now as popular as capitalism among young people. In this video (and Part 2), John debunks some socialism myths.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE...
OVERPOPULATION FACTSTHE SCAREMONGERS ARE WRONGAVAILABLE RESOURCES
WHY IS RECYCLING SO IMPORTANT?THE RECYCLING RELIGIONAVAILABLE RESOURCES
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...
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...
IBRAM X. KENDI ON TEACHING VALUES OF ANTIRACISM"WOKENESS" HURTS BLACK COMMUNITIES AND OUR SOCIETYAVAILABLE RESOURCES
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...
ORGANIC FARMERS IN THE FACE OF CLIMATE CHANGETHE GREENS' NEW TARGETAVAILABLE RESOURCES
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONShould social media companies censor comedians?AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE RESOURCESClick to Login or Register to Access These Additional...
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...
SHOULD WE MAKE PEOPLE VOTE?SHOULD YOU BE FORCED TO VOTE?AVAILABLE RESOURCES
WHY DOES YOUR VOTE MATTER?WHAT DOES IT COST TO VOTE YOUR CONSCIENCE?AVAILABLE RESOURCES
IMMIGRATION AND THE RIGHT TO NATIONAL SELF-DETERMINATIONIMMIGRATION RESTRICTIONS AS A HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONAVAILABLE RESOURCES
VIDEO DESCRIPTION“Natural” food activists say: Stop eating genetically-modified foods! But GMO foods are safe. They don’t, as claimed, “cause cancer.” Over the last couple decades, cancer is...
HOW TO CONVINCE YOUR FRIENDS THAT CANCELLING STUDENT DEBT IS A GOOD IDEADON'T FORGIVE STUDENT DEBTAVAILABLE RESOURCES
ROBERT REICH DESTROYS MINIMUM WAGE MYTHSTHE CRUELTY OF THE $15 MINIMUM WAGEAVAILABLE RESOURCES
SITC’s “Privacy” module is a comprehensive resource for teachers to educate their students about privacy in the age of big tech. Your students will gain a greater understanding of how people's personal information can be collected and shared without their knowledge....
Are you looking for a comprehensive resource to teach your students about economic systems? Look no further than our “Economic Systems” module! This free educational resource provides a detailed look into the principles and the effects of capitalism and socialism with...
WHY ONLY SOME CAN GET RICHTHE RICH GET RICHER AND THE POOR GET POORERAVAILABLE RESOURCES
AMERICA'S BIGGEST ISSUES: IMMIGRATIONTHE 5 BEST ARGUMENTS AGAINST IMMIGRATION—AND WHY THEY'RE WRONGAVAILABLE RESOURCES
VIDEO DESCRIPTIONWhat’s the biggest predictor of success in life? Rich parents? Strict parents? Good looks? Many experts told us...none of those.AVAILABLE RESOURCES Printable PDF AVAILABLE...
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...
