Research Guides: Political Science: Current Events

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Issues & Controversies This link opens in a new window
Provides a concise summary of issues and controversies in today's news, covering business, politics, government, education, and popular culture. Each entry includes historical background on the issues and a synopsis of all sides of the debate. Also includes editorial cartoons and statistics.
CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
Focuses on current events and controversial issues of the day. Each report includes an introduction, overview, background, current situation, outlook, pro/con, chronology, maps/graphs, bibliography, next steps, and contacts.

Black Lives Matter
Founded in 2013 in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin’s murderer, BLM's mission is to eradicate white supremacy and build local power to intervene in violence inflicted on Black communities by the state and vigilantes.
Democracy Now!
Launched in 1996, it produces a daily, global, independent news hour hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. The reporting includes breaking daily news headlines and in-depth interviews with people on the front lines of the world’s most pressing issues. On Democracy Now!, you’ll hear a diversity of voices speaking for themselves, providing a unique and sometimes provocative perspective on global events.
The Guardian
Launched in 1821, The Guardian is a British daily newspaper published in London UK. The Guardian US was launched in 2011, in New York. It focuses on politics, policy, business, and international relations. Their coverage includes News and Opinion, Sports, Culture, Lifestyle, Podcasts, and more.