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Public Agenda Online
Public Agenda is a nonpartisan, nonprofit public opinion research and citizen education organization based in New York City. This website discusses major social issues.

Multnomah Public Library Homework Help
Links to many useful sites discussing such controversial issues as abortion, terrorism, immigration, binge drinking and many others.

Policy Almanac
Links to sites which present both sides of current controversial issues concerned with health, environment, social welfare and world events.

Frontline
Site of the highly regarded PBS program. View research information and watch selected episodes online. Gives intelligent coverage of timely issues of public concern.

Speak Out
This site provides information and news on issues of public concern. It also allows individuals to take part in opinion polls, sign petitions, voice their opinion or join a debate.

Prepared by Martha M. Krause, August 2003

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