Current debates refer to ongoing discussions and arguments about a specific topic. In this case, it refers to the ongoing discussions about individual rights and freedoms in America, influenced by Enlightenment ideas.
Related terms
Discourse: Formal discussion of a topic, involving exchange of ideas, arguments, and analysis.
Controversy: A dispute or disagreement between opposing viewpoints that sparks debate.
Public opinion: The collective attitudes and beliefs held by the general population on certain issues.