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