Sentences with phrase «on controversial issues»

Students are asked to reflect on the controversial issue of funding for the wedding and whether the British public should pay towards the event of not.

But I thrive on challenge and am comfortable taking a stand on controversial issues.

On controversial issues such as planning reform we will overcome opposition that stands in the way of prosperity.

The report focus on controversial issues like bitcoin taxes and illegal electricity consumption.

I've previously called these the «dog whistles» of top - down curriculum reform, subtle signals that give local advocates license to promote unpopular positions on controversial issues.

In addition to these questions, you might create an anticipation guide that asks students to indicate their opinions on controversial issues raised in the film.

Our comment section promotes challenging and provocative perspectives on controversial issues and brings together experts from across society to provide an inside account of the stories in the news.

It also calls into question the «optics» of a late - night vote on a controversial issue.

The makeup of the group ensures a healthy debate on the controversial issues surrounding a number of economic - development tax breaks.

Our research shows that highlighting how many experts agree on a controversial issue has a far - reaching psychological influence.

But that's not all that's motivating the conference on this controversial issue.

In all, the figure is the jumping point for a discussion on controversial issues.

We also want a government that uses scientific evidence when debating changes to laws regarding abortion and human tissues and uses reason when deciding policy on controversial issues.

They offered support to the workers but remained neutral on the controversial issue.

This film is rooted in truth, offering honest observations about family dynamics and a nuanced commentary on controversial issues.

This debate will expose attendees to an engaging and thought - provoking discussion while also providing them with an opportunity to ask difficult questions on these controversial issues.

Do you think you have had enough «climate literacy» to make up your mind on this controversial issue?

For smart, up - and - coming conservatives to mention climate change, they would have to pick a side on the controversial issue.

You will need to take a stand on a controversial issue and defend your position.

Eugene Meehan, Q.C. weighs in on this controversial issue in this Globe and Mail article saying: «After the Supreme Court ruling in Vancouver v. Ward, it was made clear that Canadians can claim damages when the government violates their Charter right.»

Believers subconsciously endow God with their own beliefs on controversial issues.»

«Peaceful expression of views on controversial issues that is not disruptive or threatening is a right that all students have in this country, and any attempts to stifle this speech violates the constitutional rights of students and faculty to free speech,» Cuomo wrote in the letter to Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid emerged from the meeting to say that while a consensus among Democrats is forming, he does not expect a decision on the controversial issue today.

He attempted to strike a middle ground on the controversial issue of development in The Bronx, stressing that both affordable housing and mixed - income housing are necessary to make the borough a better place to live.

Negotiations between EU leaders (set to begin in February) will again be an opportunity to observe divisions, but in the end Cameron will probably compromise on this controversial issue while defending his deal as a victory for Britain.

«People respect officials who are willing to stand up and give their positions on controversial issues whether or not they agree or disagree with it,» Cuomo said.

«Given the overriding priority of the coalition is to close the deficit, it seems extraordinary that the combination of both parties» thinking on this controversial issue, is a palpably weaker government position.»

The fear of ending up on the wrong side of an exemplary award for a small website, especially one focusing on a controversial issue or local authority, may well prove to be too great and they will simply not take the risk.

Harris made some waves in late 2016, when he sided with Trump on a controversial issue.

Indeed, they don't expect progress on the controversial issues — such as the dispute settlement mechanism, investor state dispute settlement, rules of origin, labour standards and labour mobility, supply management — until the very end of the negotiating process in December.

Interesting Pope for sure — but BTW: None of his core beliefs differ AT ALL from the two previous Popes, it's just that his communication style is more focused on everyone's common ground — the other Popes had the same beliefs, it just that they were more outspoken on the controversial issues — so the media did not warm to them as much.

Summary, those who pride themselves on their openness and diversity typically are blind to their own narrow - mindedness, bigoted bias, and lack of willingness to consider true diversity — respect of people who differ from your opinion, particularly on controversial issues.

Also among the Lutherans, the Rev. James Siefkes, an executive with the former ALC, recently revealed that in that body there was a pattern of slipping denominational monies to various «gadfly» groups that were trying to push the church on controversial issues, such as pacifism, feminism, and homosexuality.

Since when does a fast food place that sells chicken sandwiches feel the need to opine on controversial issues?

Throughout the Beijing conference, the American delegation avoided taking the initiative on controversial issues.

I think a lot of people expected him to be more liberal than he has been, but he sees his role as keeping the church together when it divides on controversial issues like women priests and gay clergy.

Most metropolitan councils in fact have been essentially conservative, white - dominated, establishment - run organizations that engaged in nothing more radical than sponsorship of the training of clergy in hospital visitation or publication of a hesitant statement on some controversial issue.

Conservative adaptation shows up in the studied silence (one writer called it trivialization) maintained on controversial issues, and in the pervasive rhetoric of retrieval — the old ways, doctrines or distinctive denominational traditions.

Rubio was asked the question by a liberal magazine obviously trying to get him to commit on a controversial issue?

Depending on who you talk to, a new federal report on nuclear waste disposal either offers a start at dealing with a growing problem or merely kicks the can down the road on the controversial issue of Yucca Mountain.

I know of one highly experienced research press officer, who had worked on controversial issues like human animal hybrids, GM crops, animal research, minimum alcohol pricing and climate change, who admitted: «Nothing had prepared me for the most polarising, knee - jerking subject of all: breastfeeding.»

Such assemblies could become a regular part of the institutional architecture of British politics, providing considered reflections by selected citizens on controversial issues of public debate where currently such debate is often highly polarized.

How can Bishop be the elected representative of over 700,000 people and then remain silent on controversial issues that concern his constituents?

New York's top court on Tuesday heard arguments on the controversial issue of aid in dying, and judges seemed skeptical during questions from the bench.

Things kick off bright and early this morning, with legislators increasingly anxious to just pass something and go home, which doesn't bode particularly well for thoughtful reflection on controversial issues.