The resources and research tips on this page and its sub-pages support the Short Paper assignment in Dr. Lana Mobydeen's PSC 111, Section 2 class, Fall 2025. Much of this information was presented to students by the Political Science Librarian, Diane Kolosionek, on Thursday, October 22, 2025.

PLEASE EXPLORE THE SUB-PAGES TO THE LEFT TO HELP YOU WITH THIS ASSIGNMENT!

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You are being asked to analyze a foundational document in American government. NOTE: This is not just a summary—you need to engage critically with the document’s meaning, historical setting, and legacy, showing that you understand both its original purpose and its lasting significance.

You must choose ONE foundational U.S. document that you are going to be researching. You must pick from one of the following foundational documents in American government below:
• The U.S. Constitution
• The Declaration of Independence
• The Federalist Papers (Select a specific paper like Federalist No. 10 or No. 51)
• The Articles of Confederation
• The Bill of Rights
• Emancipation Proclamation