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Should dangerous sports be banned? Yes!

Millions of people play sport every day, and, inevitably, some suffer injury or pain. Most players
and spectators accept this risk. However, some people would like to see dangerous sports such
as boxing banned. This essay will examine some of the reasons for banning certain sports.
Some sports are nothing but an excuse for violence. Boxing is a perfect example. The last thing
an increasingly violent world needs is more violence on our television. The sight of two men (or
even women) bleeding, with faces ripped open, trying to obliterate each other is barbaric. Other
sports, such as American football or rugby, are also barely-concealed violence.
Some people argue that the players can choose to participate. However this is not always the
case. Many boxers, for example, come from disadvantaged backgrounds. They are lured by
money or by social or peer pressure and then cannot escape. Even in richer social groups,
schools force unwilling students to play aggressive team sports, claiming that playing will
improve the students' character (or the school's reputation), but in fact increasing the risk of
injury.
Even where people can choose, they sometimes need to be protected against themselves. Most
people approve of governments' efforts to reduce smoking. n the same way, governments need
to act if there are unacceptably high levels of injuries in sports such as football, diving,
mountaineering, or motor-racing.
accept that all sports involve challenge and risk. However violence and aggression should not
be permitted in the name of sport. Governments and individuals must act to limit brutality and
violence, so that children and adults can enjoy and benefit from sport.
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ducation: Losing its Value
Today, it seems to be universally accepted that increased education is a good thing. Thousands
of colleges and millions of students spend vast amounts of time and money chasing pieces of
paper. But what is the value of these qualifications? This essay will discuss whether education
has been devalued.
Supporters of education (usually teachers or educators, or those who have an interest in
stopping people thinking for themselves) say that increased levels of education will open doors
for students. Certificates, diplomas, and degrees are held up as a status symbol, a passport to a
private club of money and power.
However, the truly powerful are not those who have taken degrees, but people who have stood
back and looked at what is really important in life. They have seen opportunity and followed
dreams. These people are found in every part of society. Like many brilliant people, Einstein
was a weak student at math. Like many successful businessmen, Bill Gates never completed
college. Like many inventive and creative people, Edison never went to school. The greatest
religious teachers do not have letters after their name, but have looked into their hearts for
meaning. Similarly, the world's political leaders do not have master's degrees or doctorates.
These are the people who shaped our century, and they are too busy with real life to spend time
in the paper chase.
Students in college are being sold an illusion. They are made to believe that self-understanding
and society approval will come with the acquisition of a piece of paper. nstead of thinking for
themselves, and finding their own personality and strengths, they are fitted like square pegs into
round holes.
The role of education is to prepare masses of people to operate at low levels of ability in a very
limited and restricted range of activities. Some of these activities are more challenging than
perhaps the assembly lines of the past, but still the ultimate purpose is equally uninteresting.
More worryingly, despite the increased level of education, people are still not genuinely
expected to think for themselves. n fact, the longer years of schooling make the job of
brainwashing even easier.
There is still a role for study, research, and education. However, we need to examine our
emphasis on education for the sake of a piece of paper, and to learn the real meaning and
revolutionary challenge of knowledge.
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rug Abuse: Problems and Solutions

Drug abuse is rife in many countries. Billions of dollars are spent internationally preventing drug
use, treating addicts, and fighting drug-related crime. Although drugs threaten many societies,
their effects can also be combated successfully. This essay looks at some of the effects of drug
use on society, and suggests some solutions to the problem.
Drug abuse causes multiple problems for countries and communities. The medical and
psychological effects are very obvious. Addicts cannot function as normal members of society.
They neglect or abuse their families, and eventually require expensive treatment or
hospitalization. The second effect is on crime. Huge police resources are needed to fight
smuggling and dealing. Criminal gangs and mafia underworlds develop with the money from
drugs.
However, the menace of drugs can be fought. Education is the first battle. Children need to be
told at home and in school about drugs. People need to be aware of the effects so that they can
make avoid this problem. A second approach is to increase police manpower and powers to
stop dealers and to enforce the law. However the main target should be the user. Families and
counselors need to talk to children and people at risk. Parents need to look at their children and
help them to Jobs are needed to give people a role in society.
n conclusion, although the problem of drugs may seem impossible to eliminate, there are
concrete steps that can be taken to weaken the hold of drugs on society. The danger from drugs
is too great to ignore.