Statistics
- Bureau of Justice StatisticsExecution statistics from the US Department of Justice.
- Pew Research CenterA nonpartisan organization that conducts public opinion and demographic polling and provides data for social science research.
- ProQuest Statistical Insight (Statistical Universe) This link opens in a new window
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(ProQuest) - Provides government statistics, business, trade, and research information, and private and international statistical information. U.S. government statistics go back to 1973 and private and state sources go back to 1980. - Statistical Abstract of the United States This link opens in a new window(ProQuest) A national data book of statistics that reflect the social and economic condition of the United States. Updated annually, this book also includes a guide to other statistical resources and some international information.
Opinion Polls
Opinion polls are a resource for gathering public response to various issues. Please note how the polls were conducted as this will provide a better understanding of the information presented.
- Roper Center for Public Opinion Research(Cornell University) - A search interface to the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research, a non-profit education and research organization that studies politics, government, public institutions, international relations, business, social affairs, and consumer behavior. Includes sources from major broadcasting and news organizations.