Our Library has many books that take a position on topics. These have been set aside for you on a cart. Remember that you can order books from our LION Catalog on the home page from other libraries.
Online Resources
Opposing Viewpoints -- Resources on controversial topics
Alamo College Controversial Issues -- A great list of topics and links
Global Issues in Context -- Perspectives on International News and Events
Statistical Abstracts--U.S. Census Data
Fed Stats--Data by State and Federal Agency
When Googling, use the words such as these when you are looking for information on the "for" side: recommend, support, pro, backing, advocating, championing, in favor of, approve, admire, follow, endorse
Use these words for information on the "against" side: con, oppose, object, disagree, contradict, censure, denounce, differ, dissent, controversial
Magazines and Journals
New York Times Historical Papers