The great debate

Pros and Cons Even before the Supreme Court struck it down, affirmative action was a highly divisive practice

By The Week Staff Last updated 22 October 25

Pros and Cons The modified crops are causing controversy

By Devika Rao, The Week US Last updated 11 April 25

Pros and Cons Companies throughout the country continue to push for unionization

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Last updated 13 February 25

Pros and Cons Globalization can promote economic prosperity but also be exploitative

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 3 October 24

Pros and Cons Icy dips at Christmas can be a ‘mood booster’ but also carry health risks

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Last updated 20 December 23

Pros and Cons The technology's use recently led to the arrest of a three-time homicide suspect in Los Angeles

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 17 December 23

Pros and Cons Chatbots are evolving from simple assistants to friendlier digital companions.

By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published 31 October 23

Pros and Cons Lower levels of air pollution will come at a cost to some motorists in this bitterly divisive issue

By Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK Published 31 August 23

Pros and Cons Record-high costs and competition leave A-level students questioning worth of a degree

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Last updated 24 August 23

Pros and Cons More options for first-time buyers and lower bills are offset by ‘new-build premium’ and the chance of delays

By The Week Staff Published 10 August 23

Pros and Cons Safety benefits for parents and friends must be weighed against privacy concerns and malicious misuse

By The Week Staff Published 19 July 23

Pros and Cons The kitchen gadgets are convenient but one chef called them ‘world’s worst invention’

By The Week Staff Published 14 July 23