Use these sources for your paper. The best ones to
start with are (1) POLL if you want information what people thought
and (2) the Statistical Abstract of the US if you want information on
objective things. The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides more detailed
information on economic topics; the Bureas of Justice Statistics provides
more information on crime and justice; and the National Center for Education
Statistics provides more information on eduction. The link to the Digest
of Education Statistics on the NCES website is especially useful. Fedstats
lets you search for information from numerous government agencies. If
you have trouble finding what you need or using any of these sources,
check with me.