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Sites with Statistical Information on Social Issues

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics This link opens in a new window
The U.S. Department of Labor is the principal federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy. Its mission is to collect, analyze, and disseminate essential economic information to support public and private decision making..

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Open the "More" tab for data and statistics.
Country Stat
CountrySTAT is a web-based information system for food and agriculture statistics at regional, national and subnational levels. The objective of CountrySTAT is to improve access to food and agricultural statistics.
Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network: State-by-State
Hate Crime Statistics
National Criminal Justice Reference Service
Pew Research Center
Provides a list of social issues and their data
Public Agenda
Provides reports and research on public opinion for topics such as education and health care.
U.S. Department of State
Browse by policy issues
United States Census Bureau
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