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Encyclopedia of Applied Ethics: (Rivera Ref - BJ63 E53 1998)

Four volume set covering a wide range of topics. Gives historical background of, and the philosophical arguments for and against, positions on various issues.

Encyclopedia of Bioethics: (Rivera Ref - QH332 .E52 1995)

Covers medical topics, such as abortion and euthanasia, from an ethical perspective. Has an annual supplement, Bibliography of Bioethics (Ref Z6675 E8B5).

Encyclopedia of Social Issues: (Rivera Ref -  "Controversial Topics" bookshelves - HN57 .E59 1997)

6 volume set covering wide variety of current concerns.  Check the index for complete access.

Social Issues in America: an Encyclopedia: (Rivera Ref - HN57.S624 2006)

8 volume set containing lengthy articles detailing a variety of social issues.  Each article includes historical background, primary documents, bibliographies, etc.

Academic Search Complete:

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INFOMINE: (http://infomine.ucr.edu)

A virtual library of scholarly Internet resources. After submitting a search, click the [Terms leading to related resources] link to further develop your search.

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Citations to scholarly and general-interest articles, many with full text, on a wide range of subjects.

Keyword(s): violence media

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ACADEMIC via LexisNexis

Access to a wide range of news, business, legal, and reference information. Contains citations, abstracts, and many full-text articles. Coverage of sources varies.

Keyword(s): animal rights

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Discover databases specifically focused on your area.

CQ Researcher: (Rivera Ref - "Controversial Topics" bookshelves (H35 E352) - print and online)

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An issue or trend is covered in each issue featuring multiple viewpoints and a bibliography.

 

Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center:

News articles, statistics, differing viewpoints, etc.,  on a wide range of social issues.  Similar books containing various viewpoints are shelved on the "Controversial Topics" bookshelves in Rivera Reference.

Congressional Digest: (Latest in Gov Pubs Ref - JK1 .C63)

Each issue covers one topic and includes an overview, the legislative background, and pro and con positions from members of Congress and other parties. 

Each issue outlines a current Supreme Court case with excerpts of lower court ruling, the briefs, and the oral argument transcripts.  Indexed in PAIS International.