Israel has launched a military operation in Gaza following the October 7 attack by Hamas. Is this operation justified?

#israel_palestine_conflict #gaza #oct_7 #palestine #israel

nlite (the current platform!) is an online platform designed to systematically investigate controversial topics by identifying the top arguments on all sides. The idea is that once the top arguments are surfaced, it becomes easier to cut through the noise and assess which side makes the most sense overall.

Is nlite a useful platform for investigating controversial topics?

Medicare-for-All (M4A) proposes expanding the current Medicare program, which primarily covers individuals aged 65 and older, to include all U.S. citizens. Under this plan, everyone would receive health coverage regardless of age or employment status. Is this a good proposition in the U.S.?

The leading brands in Europe are iPhone, Samsung, and Xiaomi. Which one is the most preferred?

This question explores whether an artist's personal behavior—especially if it involves immoral, illegal, or controversial actions—should influence how audiences interpret, appreciate, or support their artistic work. The debate touches on the relationship between creative output and the creator’s ethics, and whether consuming or praising such art can be separated from endorsing the artist’s behavior.

The U.S. finds itself placing sanctions on countries that fail to uphold justice or refuse to comply with the West. Are these justified? #usa #iran #sanctions

Many innocent civilians, particularly vulnerable children, suffered from starvation and famine due to the 2024 military conflict in Gaza. Setting aside the broader debate over the Israel-Palestine conflict, who was primarily responsible for this food shortage?

#gaza #oct_7 #palestine #israel #israel_palestine_conflict

This question explores whether moral values and ethical behavior can be fully established and maintained without relying on religious doctrines or belief in a divine being. It considers whether religion is necessary to define what is right and wrong, or whether secular frameworks—such as reason, empathy, societal norms, or evolutionary psychology—can independently sustain a moral system.

Many women take pleasure in expressing their femininity and receiving compliments. However, does being in a committed relationship change what is appropriate in this regard? Is it still acceptable to seek appreciation from others outside the relationship?

This question specifically concerns women who are already in committed partnerships, not those who are seeking a partner.

This question examines whether children should commit to training and competing in a single sport from an early age (typically before adolescence) or instead engage in a variety of sports before potentially specializing later. It asks whether early sport specialization contributes positively or negatively to an athlete’s long-term development, performance, and well-being.

This question asks whether the overall impact of colonialism should be viewed primarily as harmful—causing lasting damage to societies, cultures, and economies—or as beneficial—resulting in significant structural changes that led to modernization and development. The focus is on the net outcome of colonial rule across different regions and historical periods, rather than isolated cases or specific policies.