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Political Science

Political Thought

Research in political thought explores the historical and contemporary ideas that shape our understanding of power, governance, justice, and the relationship between individuals and the state.

Political Thought: Highlighted Resources

📗 Reform and Retrenchment

Explores the history and problems associated with primary elections.

🎓 American Politics Research

Latest theory, research and analysis in all areas and levels of American politics.

🎬The American Vice President (PBS)

Explores the history of the second-highest office.

🔗 GovInfo

U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) houses official publications from all three branches of government.

Databases for Political Thought Research

Peace Research Abstracts

Peace Research Abstracts includes bibliographic records covering essential areas related to peace research and other areas of key relevance to the discipline.

Philosopher's Index

The Philosopher’s Index database covers scholarly research in all major fields of philosophy, which also includes contributions to anthologies and book reviews.

Books on Political Thought