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General Reference database that includes general and subject-specific encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauri, atlases and many other reference materials in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences.
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Find Viewpoints

These library databases are good places to find different viewpoints and background information on current issues.

CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
General purpose collection of articles featuring overviews, histories, and pro and con perspectives on issues in contemporary politics and society. A great alernative to Wikipedia.
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General purpose collection of articles detailing different viewpoints on controversial topics.
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Find Newspaper and Journal Articles

Use these library databases to find newspaper and scholarly articles on many different topics. Not sure which one to use? Ask a librarian!

Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
General purpose academic database that includes peer-reviewed journal articles in many different subject areas. A great place to start your research, regardless of your topic.
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General purpose database that covers 150 subject areas with a collection of scholarly journals, working papers, trade publications and select periodicals.
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News database of hundreds of national publications.
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