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This guide is designed to provide you with quick and easy access to library resources. Use the tabs at the top of the guide to get started on finding background information, books, articles, and usefull links.

If you get stuck, stop by the reference desk, call me, e-mail me, or IM a librarian. We’re here to help you find any materials that you need to succeed with your papers and projects. 

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Looking for an overview of important events, a historical perspective, bibliographic references and definitions of terms or concepts? Many useful reference works are now available online.

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• Read through background information
• Write out your topic as a statement and select the main concepts
• Start making a list of words to describe your topic

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CQ Researcher 

CQ Researcher Online provides news and analysis of American government, politics, history, public policy, current affairs, and controversial topics. Each report contains a synopsis and discussion of the issue, a pro/con section and bibliography.