LibGuides: PG 279: Political Inquiry: Statistics/Data

Web Sites

Information, including code books, for the General Social Survey. As the website states, "The GSS takes the pulse of America, and is a unique and valuable resource. It has tracked the opinions of Americans over the last four decades."

World Bank

The World Bank is a website providing reports on development and economic data for the countries of the world. The Data & Research portion of the site allows one to search statistics, thematic research studies like climate change, and global trends in the world economy.

Statistical Abstract of the United States

Statistical Abstract of the United States is the "authoritative and comprehensive summary of statistics on the social, political, and economic organization of the United States." The most recent edition in print is available in Beeghly reference (REF HA 202.S92) Many find the print version easier to use than the online version.

Databases

Data Planet Statistical Datasets This link opens in a new window Datasets cover a wide range of subjects – including business, finance, banking, economics, sociology, political science, demography, agriculture, education, international studies, criminal justice, housing and construction, labor and employment, energy resources and industries, and more. Sources include public, private/commercial, and nongovernmental organizations, as well as Woods & Poole Economics, Inc.
Sage Stats Now incorporated into Data Planet Statistical Datasets
Historical Statistics of the United States This link opens in a new window Provides data on social, behavioral, humanistic, and natural sciences including history, economics, government, finance, sociology, demography, education, law, natural resources, climate, religion, international migration, and trade - quantitative facts of American History.

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PG 279: Political Inquiry

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Statistical Abstract of the United States

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