Journal of Social Issues
Getting Started
The sources listed here will provide you with brief, factual information about various social issues. Browsing these sources can help you identify an aspect of a topic that you want to explore more closely.
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CQ ResearcherCovers the most current and controversial issues of the day with summaries, pros and cons, bibliographies and more. Provides reporting and analysis on issues in the news, including coverage of issues relating to health, social trends, criminal justice, international affairs, education, the environment, technology, and the economy.
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Oxford ReferencePublished by Oxford University Press, this database allows you to search for encyclopedia entries and book chapters on a variety of current issues.
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Statistical Abstract of the United StatesThe Statistical Abstract of the United States provides a summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States. It includes indexed tables (with attached spreadsheets), both searchable and browsable. It can be used as a convenient volume for statistical reference, and as a guide to sources of more information online and in print.
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Pew Research CenterWebsite of a non-partisan think tank featuring information and public opinion about current issues that shape our society.
BULSearch
Beginning Research at BU www.bu.edu/library
BU Libraries Search is a gateway to books (both print and ebooks); peer-reviewed articles; government documents and media.
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