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About the Observatory
The Observatory is a free digital education resource. It offers the public useful information to help them both better understand today’s issues and navigate life in the modern world.
Visitors engage with the Observatory:
- Via Search: For expertise by keyword, topic area, or a favorite author.
- Via Guides: To get the big picture.
The Observatory uses MediaWiki, the software that powers Wikipedia, to publish content by a team of expert contributors.
Our doors are open: The Observatory is designed to incorporate reader feedback, and for input and collaboration with volunteer researchers and editors.
Our goal is to be an audience-supported education resource that can make a difference.
The Observatory is an initiative of the Independent Media Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 52-1309876.
All contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. No goods or services will be provided in exchange for contributions.
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