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CQ Researcher
Contains in-depth, analytical reporting on the most current and controversial issues. Provides extensive background information and discussion of the pro’s and con’s.
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Public Agenda
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Provides research on key issues.
Pro.Con.org
Pros and cons of controversial issues
JR Studies-Journalist's Resource
Timely research on the environment, economics, society and the government.
CQ Almanac
Offers narrative accounts of major pieces of federal legislation. Ability to search by decade, Congressional session, topic, or policy.
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