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Opinion Journals Provides access to news and opinion journals from conservative, moderate and progressive viewpoints.	Quick Links for Research Databases The Short List -- Best Sources to Begin Your Search All Databases -- A-Z Quick Search@OhioLINK Search Multiple Ebsco Databases E-Journal Finder Access to Research Databases from Home
Conservative	Return to top
:: US News and World Report : “News magazine full of current events and social issues.”
:: National Review : “Provides first hand reports on national, international, and cultural affairs with focus on Washington and other political hot spots.”
:: The American Conservative : “Many voices will appear in the pages of The American Conservative — often in disagreement with one another.”
:: American Enterprise : “Provide firsthand information and essential data that give you the power to make your own decisions.”
:: The American Spectator : “A national opinion magazine reaching opinion leaders in business, government & media through it's coverage & analysis of business, politics, economics, foreign policy & culture.”
:: Hoover Digest : “The Hoover Institution on War, Revolution and Peace, Stanford University, is a public policy research center devoted to advanced study of politics, economics, and political economy—both domestic and foreign—as well as international affairs.”
:: Human Events : “News items of the week presented through eyes that favor limited constitutional government, local self-government, private enterprise and individual freedom.”
:: The New American : “Presents a mixture of news and commentary from a decidedly right-wing, fundamentalist Christian perspective.”
:: Policy Review : "devoted to advanced study of politics, economics, and political economy—both domestic and foreign"
:: Reason : “Articles and interviews that explore the ideas and issues of individual liberty; the magazine of free minds and free markets.”
:: The Weekly Standard : “A conservative publication, The Weekly Standard invites you to “join the vast right-wing conspiracy” by joining.”

Moderate	Return to top
:: The New Republic : “…its evenhanded coverage of the issues confronting the United States has gained it ‘the loyalty of influential readers on all points of the political spectrum.’”
:: Foreign Affairs : “This is arguably the most important foreign affairs journal in the world…Contributors include prominent academics, well-known political and governmental figures, and respected journalists.”
:: Harper’s : “Despite being rather scholarly, Harper’s contains a few surprises. Articles can cover ‘unlikely’ subjects.”
:: The Atlantic : “Renowned writers contribute an array of interesting articles on many subjects…Short stories, poetry, the arts and travel are also covered.”
:: Commentary : “Commentary is one of a number of periodicals that present discussion of Jewish concerns in the United States and abroad.”
:: Commonweal : “…Commonweal presents a Catholic perspective on current events….Opinions are clearly stated on a wide variety of matters including religion, politics, public affairs, literature, the arts, and social and cultural issues.”
:: Fact Check : "a nonpartisan, nonprofit, "consumer advocate" for voters that aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics"
:: Foreign Policy : “Most articles are analytical essays or opinion pieces written in jargon-free style, and many included helpful charts and sidebars.”
:: The Futurist : “Includes…well-written, illustrated articles on such topics as human cloning, extraterrestrial intelligence, space tourism, and wearable computers.”
:: Issues in Science and Technology : “This title is published to inform public opinion and to raise the quality of private and public decision making by providing a forum for discussion and debate.”
:: National Journal : “Provides ‘authoritative, non-partisan coverage and analysis of key political and policy developments.”
:: New Perspectives Quarterly : “Presents articles on social, economic and political themes written by the fellows of The Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions.”
:: The New Yorker : “This magazine covers the largest city in the United States with all its depth and complexity.”
:: Newsweek : “News and commentary on developments in the nation and the world. Covers national and international affairs, science, sports, religion, business, medicine & the arts.”
:: The Public Interest : “Articles inform without indoctrinating. Among the issues if focuses on are domestic policy, particularly education, welfare, housing, poverty, politics, and culture.”
:: Slate : “Slate is an online magazine covering entertainment and culture, business and finance, politics and fine arts, satire, and national news.”
:: Time : “National and international news, behavior, books, business, cinema, law, education, environment, modern living, music, nation, press, religion, theater, video and world.”
:: The Wilson Quarterly : “Essays, interviews, research reports, commentary and poetry published by the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.”
:: World Press Review : “Opening a copy of World Press review is like finding a trove of current information from a multitude of sources.”

Progressive	Return to top
:: Washington Monthly : “Political journal providing an inside look at how the government works in Washington and isn’t afraid to shake some sense into the system.”
:: N. Y. Review of Books : “The major essays and lengthy book reviews that form the more substantial part of New York Book Review are contributed by some of the best and best-known contemporary writers.”
:: The Nation : “… The Nation is one of the most openly left-wing publications in existence… The multiple short editorials at the beginning of each issue cover a wide range of topics…”
:: The Progressive : “The emphasis is on investigative reporting and the analysis of a commentary on political, economic, and social issues.”
:: In These Times : “dedicated to informing and analyzing popular movements for social, environmental and economic justice.” (Lexis Nexis)
:: Alternative Press Review : “Each issue is packed with commentary, essays, and excerpts from zines, tabloids, books, and magazines, along with columns devoted to alternative press and alterative media.” (Alternative Press Index)
:: Dissent : “The magazine is structured to allow the readers to draw their own conclusions. Opposing views are welcome and seem to make the argument for social democracy much clearer.”
:: Extra! : "offering well-documented criticism of media bias and censorship"
:: Ms. : "national magazine to make feminist voices audible, feminist journalism tenable, and a feminist worldview available to the public."
:: Tikkun : "international community of people of many faiths... influence[s] public discourse in order to inspire compassion, generosity, non-violence and recognition of the spiritual dimensions of life."
:: The Village Voice : "introduced free-form, high-spirited and passionate journalism into the public discourse. "
:: Z Magazine : "dedicated to resisting injustice, defending against repression, and creating liberty."
:: The American Prospect : “It’s aim is to present ‘a practical and convincing vision of liberal philosophy, politics, and life.’” (Lexis Nexis)
:: Monthly Review : “This is a serious and respected magazine, one that seeks to ‘speak (sic) to workers and labor organizers no less to than academics, and against class exploitation, no less than against racial and social oppression’”
:: Mother Jones : “Mother Jones is one of the most uplifting reads on the market. Everything is somewhat irreverent but on target.”
:: TomPaine.common Sense : “For people who want to keep in touch with the progressive community but don't have time to surf dozens of websites.”
:: Utne : “…include expanded cultural coverage and new focus on political advocacy.”

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