Universities in every state care for congressional papers that document US political history − federal cuts put their work at risk
- Written by Katherine Gregory, Assistant Professor, University Libraries, Mississippi State University
The papers of members of Congress are fertile ground for research into Congress’ role in shaping U.S. history.cunfek, iStock/Getty Images PlusIn 1971, the president of Mississippi State University, Dr. William L. Giles, invited President Richard Nixon to attend the dedication of U.S. Sen. John C. Stennis’ papers to the university...