Campaigns and Elections

Joseph Biden, Fighter Joseph Biden, Fighter

At a time when too many Democrats are prone to pulling punches, he knows how to throw them. And he has the bruises to show it.

Nov 8, 2007 / Feature / John Nichols

Time to Choose Time to Choose

Eight Nation contributors make the best case for their candidate.

Nov 8, 2007 / Feature / The Nation

Blue Tide In Kentucky–and Virginia Blue Tide In Kentucky–and Virginia

Democrats gained steam in Tuesday's off-year elections, making it even more obvious that two significant Southern states are up for grabs in 2008.

Nov 8, 2007 / Feature / Bob Moser

The Colbert Rapport The Colbert Rapport

Like other prank campaigns, Stephen Colbert's bid for President promised brilliant satire. It's a shame he's called it quits.

Nov 7, 2007 / Books & the Arts / Larry Bogad

Will Rogers: The Bunkless Candidate Will Rogers: The Bunkless Candidate

"WHATEVER the other fellow don't do, we will." Thus refreshingly Will Rogers, the bunkless candidate for President, begins his campaign. It is, of course, a dangerous doctrine, b...

Nov 6, 2007 / Books & the Arts / Dorothy Van Doren

Cracking the Code Cracking the Code

How can the left be as adept as the right-wing spin machine at communicating its political agenda? Learn how to use the tools.

Nov 6, 2007 / Feature / Thom Hartmann

The Great Debate of 2008 The Great Debate of 2008

The time is right for a Great Debate on America's purpose and place in the world. But neither Republicans nor Democrats seem up to the task.

Nov 1, 2007 / Feature / Jerry W. Sanders

Why We Need International Law Why We Need International Law

It's time to undo the damage and reaffirm America's historical commitment to international law.

Nov 1, 2007 / Feature / Oona A. Hathaway

Relearning the Art of Diplomacy Relearning the Art of Diplomacy

Most candidates have no idea what it involves.

Nov 1, 2007 / Feature / Anatol Lieven

Jobs, Justice and Democracy Jobs, Justice and Democracy

Mideast policy must include development.

Nov 1, 2007 / Feature / Afshin Molavi

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