Use this guide to find credible information sources inside and outside of our library's collections for research projects related to American government and politics. Use the tabs at the top of this page or the links below to get started.
Find Books | How to search for books on the shelves as well as how to find online eBooks that can be read anytime and on any device with Internet access |
Find Articles & More - Research Databases | Recommended library databases most suitable for finding information sources such as articles from scholarly and popular periodicals, films, and reference works |
Helpful Websites | Trustworthy, credible information from around the web to supplement your library research |
Find My Representatives | How to get information on your elected officials and how to contact them |
Ask A Librarian | Getting research help from the librarians |
The library's research databases are collections of credible, trustworthy sources of information to assist with research. Use the databases on this page to find thousands of research-worthy materials on this topic anytime and as often as you like and at no extra cost.
Off campus access: log in using your SCCCD credentials (Canvas/Email/My Portal username and password).
Need help? Try our database tutorials for step-by-step instructions and tips. For citation help, use our Citation Help and Plagiarism Awareness Guide. Our librarians are always available to help you with research, too: contact us!