Congress

Does the ‘T’ Stand Alone? Does the ‘T’ Stand Alone?

As a gay rights bill moved through Congress, some prominent Democrats tried to exclude protections for transgenders. The LGBT community revolted.

Oct 17, 2007 / Feature / Christopher Lisotta

Questions for Michael Mukasey Questions for Michael Mukasey

Elizabeth Holtzman, Nan Aron, Stephen Gillers, Victor Navasky and others quiz the Attorney General nominee on torture, the Constitution and the fate of Alberto Gonzales.

Oct 15, 2007 / Feature / The Nation

Which Climate Bill on Capitol Hill? Which Climate Bill on Capitol Hill?

As scenarios on the impact of global warming worsen, Senate Democrats are poised to abandon a realistic bill and support a deeply flawed measure that doesn't solve the problem.

Oct 12, 2007 / Feature / Mark Hertsgaard

Toothless in Babylon Toothless in Babylon

In the gray dawn of the twenty-first century, only a handful of lawmakers dare to stand up and be counted on matters of war and peace.

Oct 4, 2007 / Column / Alexander Cockburn

Surge Mentality: White House in Denial Surge Mentality: White House in Denial

A White House report that claims the surge is working only throws fuel on the fire among both parties in Congress to push for withdrawal.

Jul 13, 2007 / Feature / Bob Dreyfuss

The Honeymoon Is Over The Honeymoon Is Over

Democrats in Congress failed to deliver on their promises, and for progressives that means there's a lot more work to do.

May 31, 2007 / The Editors

Iraq Timeline Runs Out Iraq Timeline Runs Out

What is it that Congressional Democrats don't get about the Iraq debate?

May 24, 2007 / The Editors

Sweatshop Police Sweatshop Police

The government is about to declare virtual disarmament against the lawbreakers.

May 8, 2007 / Robert J.S. Ross

That Was an Antiwar Vote? That Was an Antiwar Vote?

The House Democratic leadership chooses merely to appear to oppose the war, while continuing to fund it.

Apr 2, 2007 / Column / Alexander Cockburn

A Turning Point A Turning Point

By voting to set a timetable to withdraw from Iraq, the House and Senate are finally at the table, challenging Bush's war-making.

Mar 29, 2007 / The Editors

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