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1   Link   Open Congress
OpenCongress brings together official government data with news coverage, blog posts, public comments, and more to give you the real story behind what's happening in Congress. Small groups of political insiders and lobbyists already know what's really going on in Congress. Now, everyone can be an insider. 		4087
2   Link   Open Secrets
OpenSecrets.org is the nation’s premier independent website tracking the influence of money on U.S. politics, and how that money affects policy and citizens’ lives. 		5125
3   Link   GovTrack.us
GovTrack.us is an independent tool to help the public research and track the activities in the U.S. Congress, promoting and innovating government transparency and civic education through novel uses of technology. 		3838
4   Link   U.S. National Debt Clock
U.S. National Debt Clock 		3290
5   Link   Connecticut.gov
Within its compact borders, Connecticut has forested hills, new urban skylines, shoreline beaches, white-steeple colonial churches, and historic village greens. There are classic Ivy League schools, modern expressways, great corporate offices, and small farms. Connecticut is a thriving center of business, as well as a vacation land. It is both a New England state, and suburban to New York City. 		2415
6   Link   Gear Up Foundation
ear Up Foundation was born from the brotherhood and efforts of all those who served at Ground Zero . As a living tribute to those who died and continue to die, we bring people and nations together inspired by the brotherhood and dedication of firefighters. It is our goal to generate healing through this extraordinary brotherhood as our mission reaches out as a tribute to this gallantry. 		6627
7   Link   Our National Documents
The following is a list of 100 milestone documents, compiled by the National Archives and Records Administration, and drawn primarily from its nationwide holdings. The documents chronicle United States history from 1776 to 1965. 		4586
8   Link   Contact your Representative
Here is a complete list of e-mail addresses for the House of Representatives and the Senate, plus Governors and links to State Legislators. 		1614