Controversial Topics/Opposing Viewpoints

These publications include facts about the land, people, history, government, political conditions, economy, and foreign relations of independent states, some dependencies, and areas of special sovereignty.

Compiled by the Central Intelligence Agency, this is one of the most detailed and authoritative collections of country profiles. A handy reference work with information about the demographics, infrastructure, economy, government, and military of every country in the world. Includes maps and photos.

Each guide contains an article on the topic as well as a key citation list of research articles, pictures, more resources, and a glossary of terms.

A PBS program offering in-depth discussion on controversial issue.

"This site has current radio news transcripts along with audio recording, an excellent source to practice listening."

An independent, nonpartisan resource
on trends in American public opinion.

We promote critical thinking, education, and informed citizenship by presenting research on controversial issues in a straightforward, nonpartisan, and primarily pro-con format.

A non-partisan, nonprofit public opinion research and citizen education organization with information on major policy issues.