This series contains a wealth of information on late twentieth and early twenty-first century history. The series illustrates multiple themes, one of which is government authority. Congressman Barr and his office staff were very concerned with the powers of the judiciary executive and especially the FBI under Director Janet Reno. Researchers should scrutinize any folders pertaining to the White House, executive orders and privilege, the EPA, the FBI, Ruby Ridge and Waco to find examples. Other themes are individual rights, religious freedom (example: posting the Ten Commandments in public spaces) and the ever-present concern about gun rights. Also, some scholars might perceive tensions in how individual rights were addressed by Barr, especially those relating to various groups like homosexuals or military members.

Students and scholars interested in various facets of Georgia history will find this series quite useful. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and dairy compacts are two examples of subjects of great concern in the state. Also, the drought of the late 1990s and its effects in Georgia are reflected in these files-especially in folders regarding water rights and the legal battles between officials in Georgia, Alabama and Florida over distribution of lake water into the rivers. Transportation (roads, rapid rail, etc.) issues in Georgia are also revealed in these papers.

Economic issues are also quite prevalent in this series. Several folders contain information on banking (mergers, money laundering, etc.), Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, loans, credit unions and many other topics. International subjects are contained within this series as well. For example, Barr's concern with the powers of the United Nations is especially prominent. He was alarmed by the idea of American troops falling under the command of U.N. officials. The congressman was also distressed by China's growing involvement in the international arena, especially in the Panama Canal Zone. The Chinese government repression of the Falun Gong group is also highlighted in these papers. Furthermore, students of the Vietnam War will find a great deal of information, especially regarding troops missing in action (M.I.A.). Congressman Barr opposed President Clinton's position on recognizing the sovereignty of Vietnam until the MIA question was resolved.

Domestic topics are also quite abundant in this series. Issues found here range from the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) to medical marijuana. One noteworthy subject is found in the folders on police officers accused of domestic violence and Barr's involvement in an anti-gun amendment sponsored by Senator Frank Lautenberg. Political science students will find this series, as well as the "Bob's Files" series, quite useful in researching the machinations of congressional staff work as well as the function of "talking points" in the everyday life of a congressperson.