The databases you ultimately search will depend heavily on your specific subject focus, but the following generally work for almost any political science-related topic.
Citations, abstracts, and indexing of the international serials literature in political science and its complementary fields, including international relations, economics, law, and public administration and policy. Can be especially valuable for comparing countries. (ProQuest)
Abstracts from the international literature on public affairs, public and social policies, and international relations, 1915-present. Sources are varied and include journals, government reports, and gray literature. Includes articles on many political science topics. (ProQuest)
Rich portal for political facts and figures - directories, encyclopedias, factbooks, almanacs. Includes CQ Almanac, CQ Weekly, and about 30 online reference books on American government and politics.
Combined interface for searching Early American Imprints I & II (1639-1819), American State Papers (1789-1838), and the U.S. Congressional Serial Set (1817-1980).
