The Politics of Pandering The Politics of Pandering
Until they come up with real solutions to our current economic crisis, Obama and McCain should stop trying to buy votes with fuel rebates.
Aug 12, 2008 / Column / Nicholas von Hoffman
Obama: McCain Camp Is ‘Proud to Be Ignorant’ Obama: McCain Camp Is ‘Proud to Be Ignorant’
Barack Obama responds to McCain's energy policy smears in no uncertain terms.
Aug 8, 2008 / YouTube
John McCain is Dazed and Confused John McCain is Dazed and Confused
Here's a comprehensive condemnation of John McCain's fitness to lead in less than six minutes.
Aug 8, 2008 / Talking Points Memo
Paris/Britney Campaign Blowback Paris/Britney Campaign Blowback
John McCain got more than he expected, with an ad comparing Obama to Paris Hilton. The blowback is just beginning.
Aug 6, 2008 / Annabelle Gurwitch
Does GOP Stand for Grampa’s Old Politicians? Does GOP Stand for Grampa’s Old Politicians?
The future of the Republican brand rests in the text message happy hands of young America--which should scare the living daylights out of John McCain.
Aug 6, 2008 / Feature / Andy Kroll
Comic Book Fans Go to the Polls Comic Book Fans Go to the Polls
Americans channeling their favorite superheroes and villains weigh in on who their political heroes will be in this year's election and why.
Aug 5, 2008 / Barely Political
A Magic Moment for America A Magic Moment for America
The nomination of Barack Obama--so able intellectually, morally and spiritually--marks a magic moment for America, culminating the hopes of those who worked for a more perfect unio...
Aug 5, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Rev. Jesse L. Jackson
Jon Stewart Mocks McCain’s Madness Jon Stewart Mocks McCain’s Madness
John McCain receives a special award for an attack ad that reaches a new hypocritical low.
Aug 4, 2008 / The Daily Show
A Devil’s Dictionary of Politics A Devil’s Dictionary of Politics
With millions of first time-voters expected to go to the polls in November, never has an insane political system been more in need of explanation. You won't find much help here.
Aug 3, 2008 / Nicholas von Hoffman
Obama’s Challenge to America’s Parents Obama’s Challenge to America’s Parents
He has taken black parents to task for failing to inspire their children; it's a message that needs to be addressed to white America as well.
Aug 1, 2008 / Column / Nicholas von Hoffman