Issues for Debate in American Public Policy: Selections from CQ Researcher

This collection of non-partisan reports written by award-winning CQ Researcher journalists focuses on provocative current policy issues. As an annual publication that comes together just months before it goes to press, the volume is all new and as up-to-date as possible. And because it’s CQ Researcher, the policy reports are expertly researched and written, showing all sides of an issue. Chapters follow a consistent organization—exploring three issue questions, then offering background, current context, and a look ahead—and feature a pro/con debate box. All issues include a chronology, bibliography, photos, charts, and figures.



All selections are brand new and explore some of today’s most significant American public policy issues, including:

• Racial profiling;


• Populism and party politics;


• Student debt;


• The gig economy;


• Coal industry’s future;


• Prescription drug costs; and


• Much more!