The Polling Report - this is the place to go if you want to support any claims you make in your speech.
	Biography - if you're planning to deal with personalities in your speech, this is the site to visit.
	History Channel - if you want a historical highlight, just enter your search for any topic, any time.
	The New York Times - America's prime newspaper. Much of the information is free of charge.
	Humor - this site introduces you to thousands of anecdotes, jokes and on-liners to help lighten up your speech.
	The Internet Public Library - this is a great site for basic research. Check out the reference section.
	Public-Speaking.org - a collection of articles on public speaking and presentation skills.
	Abacon.com - tips and exercises for speech presentations. A section also includes useful research tips.
	FedWorld Information Network - more than 480,000 reports in 375 subject areas from 200 U.S. Government agencies.
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	How to Create a Great First Impression
	Toastmasters International
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