Political Figures

Unstoppable Obama Unstoppable Obama

All of us, of whatever race, want a fresh start. That's what "change" means right now: Get us out of here!

Feb 14, 2008 / Barbara Ehrenreich

Chafee Chastened Chafee Chastened

In his recent memoir, former GOP insider Lincoln Chafee boldly decries the Bush era.

Feb 14, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Eyal Press

Generation O Generation O

The depth and substance of Obama's youth phenomenon has yet to be tested.

Feb 14, 2008 / Cora Currier

Purple Obama Purple Obama

While Obama was winning over Virginians he was not supposed to have a prayer with, McCain was losing some voters he must have.

Feb 14, 2008 / Bob Moser

McCain vs. GOP Taliban McCain vs. GOP Taliban

McCain's march toward the Republican nomination is the year's most improbable journey.

Feb 7, 2008 / John Nichols

Obama’s Promise Obama’s Promise

He offers the best chance to redefine the center of American politics and forge a new progressive majority.

Feb 7, 2008 / The Editors

Bush’s Budget Legacy Bush’s Budget Legacy

Curb your enthusiasm. No matter who wins, we can't reverse the damage of Bush's bloated military budget.

Feb 6, 2008 / Column / Robert Scheer

The Huckabee Factor The Huckabee Factor

With talk of a possible VP slot and a dedicated core of supporters, the former Arkansas governor's popularity shows the Christian right's not done yet.

Feb 4, 2008 / Feature / Sarah Posner

The Ron Paul Economy The Ron Paul Economy

OK, three-quarters of what he says is wacky. But his view of the Fed's contribution to rampant inflation is right on the money.

Jan 31, 2008 / Column / Nicholas von Hoffman

The Choice The Choice

Here's why Obama is the left's best chance to take back the country.

Jan 31, 2008 / Feature / Chris Hayes

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