Current, Controversial Topics: A Research Guide

Congressional Research Service (CRS) is the U.S. Congress’ think tank. Its reports "are the best way for anyone to quickly get up to speed on major political issues without having to worry about spin..."

"...nonprofit nonpartisan public charity that provides well-sourced pro, con, and related research on more than 50 controversial issues..."

Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. We conduct public opinion polling, demographic research, content analysis and other data-driven social science research. We do not take policy positions.

The RWJF is the nation’s largest philanthropy dedicated solely to health. Their site is a great place to find research on Health Systems, Healthy Communities, Healthy Children, Healthy Weight, and Leadership for Better Health