Information Policy (17:610:582)

The current Wall Street Journal is only available through this database. Current New York Times and Washington Post are also accessible via Factiva.

Current New York Times and Washington Post can be searched in this database, as well as many other news publications.

NJ Star Ledger and other local papers, as well as national and global publications.

Direct from the Congressional Research Service via Congress.gov In response to requests from Congress, the CRS issues publications that include background studies, pro/con arguments, policy/legislative analysis and legislative histories on subjects of interest to Congress.

Searchable source of CRS reports-enter "crs and your topic." Also, many relevant reports will be listed on the "Miscellaneous Topics" page.

"Public interest voices for the digital age"

"The Berkman Klein Center's mission is to explore and understand cyberspace; to study its development, dynamics, norms, and standards; and to assess the need or lack thereof for laws and sanctions."

"...we work to preserve the user-controlled nature of the internet and champion freedom of expression. We support laws, corporate policies, and technology tools that protect the privacy of internet users, and advocate for stronger legal controls on government surveillance."

"The Coalition for Sensible Safeguards is an alliance of more than 160 consumer, small business, labor, scientific, research, good government, faith, community, health, environmental, and public interest groups — representing millions of Americans.
We are joined in the belief that our country’s system of regulatory safeguards should secure our quality of life, pave the way for a sound economy and benefit us all."

"he leading nonprofit defending digital privacy, free speech, and innovation"

"EPIC was established in 1994 to focus public attention on emerging privacy and civil liberties issues and to protect privacy, freedom of expression, and democratic values in the information age."

RSS feed can be found here: https://fas.org/blogs/secrecy

"We believe that positive social change, racial justice and meaningful engagement in public life require equitable access to technology, diverse and independent ownership of media platforms, and journalism that holds leaders accountable and tells people what’s actually happening in their communities."

"Privacy Rights Clearinghouse is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization protecting privacy for all by empowering individuals and advocating for positive change"

"We champion reforms to achieve a more effective, ethical, and accountable federal government that safeguards constitutional principles."

"Public Citizen is a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization that champions the public interest – your interests – in the halls of power. Since our founding in 1971, we have defended democracy, resisted corporate power and worked to ensure that government works for the people – not for big corporations."

"Public Knowledge promotes freedom of expression, an open internet, and access to affordable communications tools and creative works. We work to shape policy on behalf of the public interest."