Obama's "Finish the Job" Talk Sets Stage for Afghan Troop Surge
Posted November 24, 2009
But Appropriations Committee chair Obey warns the move would "wipe out every initiative we have to rebuild our own economy."
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Thoughts on politics, current affairs, riffs and reflections on what’s in the news and what’s not--but should be.
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Around The Nation
October 2, 2009
Four things to watch in the next three days. Plus: Our new art critic.
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Around The Nation
September 28, 2009
On the ground in Pittsburgh. Plus: The bailout, one year later, and free tickets to the latest Brave New Film.
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A Compass for Fair Food
September 27, 2009
The vision that the Coalition of Immokalee Workers has pursued and is beginning to see come to fruition is an inspiring one, and a model for the nation.
The Beat
Breaking news and analysis on political, social, economic and cultural activism that mainstream media commonly ignore.
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House Wins Offset Gubernatorial Losses for Obama, Dems
November 4, 2009
Tough defeats in Virginia, New Jersey; sweet wins in New York, California.
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Bloomberg Wins, But Barely
November 3, 2009
$100 million for a narrow win. Yikes!
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Four Off-Year Election Scenarios
November 3, 2009
Will it be "Happy Days Are Here Again" or "Waterloo" for Obama?
Act Now!
Your guide to expressing informed dissent to war, racism, sexism, environmental degradation and market-based solutions to social problems.
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CO2 Is Green
September 26, 2009
The Big Lie.
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Protesting the G-20
September 22, 2009
A guide to Pittsburgh.
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Demanding a Public Option
September 18, 2009
Arkansas has turned into a crucial battlefield in the fight for healthcare reform.
Altercation
Well-chosen words on music, movies and politics, with the occasional special guest.
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Slacker Friday
August 28, 2009
Charles Pierce: I swear, modern conservatism is the only political movement in history made up entirely of people with little birdies flying out of their ears.
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A (Very) Short Story About a Photograph
August 27, 2009
Like everyone else of sanity and decency--this does not mean you, Mr. Limbaugh--I'm pleased that Ted Kennedy got to die in bed of somewhat natural causes.
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Slacker Friday
August 21, 2009
Charles Pierce: I'm sick of former Bush officials taking their vestigial consciences out for a walk only when it's far too late to matter.
The Dreyfuss Report
A chronicle of America's adventures in foreign policy and national security.
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Obama's Deal with Iran
October 2, 2009
So far, so good. It's a promising start. But the neocons are gnashing their teeth.
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US Strategy in Iran Talks
September 30, 2009
Publicly, at least, the US wants an Iranian freeze. But there better be some flexibility behind the scenes.
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Can the US-Iran Talks Succeed?
September 28, 2009
Even hawks admit there's no military option. But will Obama stop blustering about sanctions and really deal?
Capitolism
Washington is a place with its own distinctive folkways, characteristics and worldviews. Herein we seek understanding.
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Washington: Even More Corrupt Than You Thought!
July 2, 2009
Washington Post sells access to lobbyists.
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Is Americans for Financial Reform a "Waste of Time?"
June 30, 2009
Has the campaign-in-a-box model outlived its usefulness?
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Fighting Like Hell for Healthcare Now
June 26, 2009
Yesterday's DC rally for a public option was large, vibrant, colorful and urgent.
The Notion
Unfiltered takes on politics, ideas and culture from Nation editors and contributors.
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Injustice in Illinois
November 6, 2009
Prosecutors in Illinois should be more concerned with an innocent man behind bars than journalism students' grades.
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Ft. Hood Drowns Out the Tea Party
November 6, 2009
Michelle Bachmann's "Super Bowl of freedom" becomes even more grotesque in light of yesterday's masacre.
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Election 2009: What Really Changed?
November 5, 2009
What really changed in Tuesday's election? Not a lot.
And Another Thing
Strongly held opinions on politics, feminism, culture, books and daily life.
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From My Inbox: UPDATE on Dr. Susan Wicklund's Clinic
February 8, 2009
I owe $51 on my pledge-a-picketer promise. Is that a lot or a little?
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From My Inbox: Pledge-a-Picket for New Clinic in Montana
February 4, 2009
There's still time to help Dr. Susan Wicklund's clinic turn anti-choice picketers to pro-choice bonanza.
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Birth Control Belongs in the Stimulus Bill
January 28, 2009
Obama trades away women's rights to please Republicans. They weren't pleased enough.
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