There are many places to get ideas for speeches. The library databases listed on this page can even help you get started with your research, as they include many different types of resources (magazines, journals, reports, encyclopedias, etc.). Do not hesitate to ask a librarian for help if you need it.
These library databases cover many different topics. Look for links such as "Browse Issues" or "Browse Topics" if you want to view a list.
Includes viewpoint articles, topic overviews, statistics, primary documents, and more on various controversial topics.
Contains more than 380 core topics, each with an overview (objective background / description), point (argument) and counterpoint (opposing argument).
SIRS Issues Researcher provides authoritative insight into the most-studied social issues by delivering the pros and cons from relevant, credible documents, and graphics selected by trained editors and curated from over 2,000 global sources.