Here are the databases and websites that we recommend for this project. Make sure to cite any source you use in Noodletools (in your Google waffle).
Provides a complete overview of our nation’s past that covers the most-studied events, decades, conflicts, wars, political and cultural movements, people, and more. You may be particularly interested in the Overview Articles and the Case Overviews.
Facts and arguments on current events topics and social issues. *If you aren't finding enough information on your case, you might try this one. For example, if you're doing Windsor, you could look in here for same-sex marriage, then for Windsor.
American History is a comprehensive resource that spans our nation’s history, with a user-friendly interface and award-winning content. While this database is not as user-friendly as US History in Context, you may still find it useful.
A multimedia judicial archive of the Supreme Court of the United States.
This site has some good information, but only on 7 of your 15 cases. If your case is available, take a look at the Overview, Background, & Decision sections.
These podcasts were produced in concert with C-SPAN's 12-part television series produced in cooperation with the National Constitution Center, exploring the issues, people, and places involved in some of the most significant Supreme Court cases in our nation's history. Many of your cases are discussed in 30-90 minute podcasts.
C-SPAN's ongoing series, produced in partnership with the National Constitution Center, explores the issues, people and places involved in some of the most significant Supreme Court cases in our nation's history. Landmark Cases introduces viewers to the stories of the plaintiffs who sparked these cases and to the justices and lawyers who were key to the Supreme Court's review. The series visits historic sites and other locations that bring these cases to life and studio guests interacting with C-SPAN viewers offer historic context and modern relevance to the programs. *There are two seasons, with different cases in each season.
Here is a graphic to help you evaluate any resources that you may find on your own. Remember to do the CRAAP test!