Think tanks are public policy research organizations that provide research, analysis, and advice on domestic and international issues. These organizations employ experts from academia and government who publish a wide range of scholarship including working papers, proceedings from conferences, books, journals and policy briefs. Think tanks may be independent or affiliated with a government entity or political party. Many, but not all, are non-profit organizations.
Since many think tanks are inherently partisan, or may have conflicts of interest based on their funding, it is important to evaluate your source carefully before choosing to use its information. Here are additional resources for evaluating think tanks.