Politics

Obama, McCain & Iraq Obama, McCain & Iraq

Let's hope Barack Obama resists the impulse to move to the center on one of the most contentious issues of the campaign: leaving Iraq.

Jun 12, 2008 / The Editors

Just Blame Bush Just Blame Bush

Sure, greedy consumers play their part. But George W. Bush is responsible for the five-fold increase in the price of oil.

Jun 11, 2008 / Column / Robert Scheer

Why Do Women Give McCain a Zero? Why Do Women Give McCain a Zero?

Here's a sneak peek at what a women's health clinic could look like if John McCain is elected president.

Jun 10, 2008 / Brave New Films

Radio Nation with Laura Flanders Radio Nation with Laura Flanders

Katha Pollitt on the end of the Clinton campaign, Corey Robin on a neo-conservative book scandal and Mark Hertsgaard on the latest climate change legislation effort.

Jun 10, 2008 / Radio Nation

The New Face of Gentrification The New Face of Gentrification

Manhattan's El Barrio is facing an uphill battle against a private equity firm attempting to displace low-income residents in a struggle which reflects a growing crisis.

Jun 9, 2008 / Feature / Kavita Shah

Let the Resurrection Begin Let the Resurrection Begin

Hillary Clinton's moving speech cemented a place for herself and the feminist movement in the unfolding drama of the 2008 presidential election.

Jun 7, 2008 / Tom Hayden

Brave Nation Young Activist Award Brave Nation Young Activist Award

Who is a local unsung hero that even at a young age, has the bravery to put themselves on the line for a cause?

Jun 6, 2008 / Brave Nation

Remembering RFK: 40 Years Later Remembering RFK: 40 Years Later

A tribute to a true progressive, tragically silenced forty years ago this week.

Jun 5, 2008 / The Glaser Progress Foundation

Iron My Skirt Iron My Skirt

Once the bitterness of the present moment has faded, people will recognize they owe Hillary Clinton a standing ovation, even if they can't stand her.

Jun 5, 2008 / Column / Katha Pollitt

The Hope Giver The Hope Giver

When it comes to American Empire, Obama's change is parsed as running the planet with greater efficiency.

Jun 5, 2008 / Column / Alexander Cockburn

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