The following sources contain reports and background information to help you in the early stage of your research as you refine your topic and develop keyword search terms.
CQ Researcher provides lengthy overviews of "hot" economic, political or social issues. Each report includes charts, graphs, sidebar articles, a pro/con feature, a chronology, and more.
This encyclopedia is a good place to start if you want background information on a legal issue. It includes some discussion of and references to important cases and laws.
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Includes newspapers (i.e. the Wall Street Journal), magazines, journals, company and industry information. Many publications available from 1980 to the present. See the Factiva User Guide for tips on searching.
This political news web site aggregates and publishes commentary, news, polling data, and links to important resources covering important issues of the day. Frequent updates throughout the day.
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