The digital repository of Federal Government documents. Includes the Congressional Record, Congressional Bills, the US Budget, the Federal Register, and more. FDsys will replace GPO Access in 2010.
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Reference: Dictionaries, Encyclopedias, Guides
For basic facts about American politics, start with these resources:
A comprehensive resource for learning about American government. Includes encyclopedia entries, images, biographical information, "facts & figures," and links to further resources.
The link is to the catalog record--follow the link to full-text on Lexis Nexis from there! Also available in print at JK1012.A44 2010 (in reference section)
The official websites of the three branches of government