Bend It Like Obama? Bend It Like Obama?
The future of progressive politics and the nature of the American social contract, not to mention the lives and health of millions of our fellow citizens, are up for grabs.
Jul 28, 2009 / Chris Hayes
A Fond Farewell to Sarah Palin A Fond Farewell to Sarah Palin
In her final speech as governor, Sarah Palin criticizes the media, denounces Hollywood and makes veiled Ashley Judd references.
Jul 28, 2009 / The Daily Show
Bobby Jindal’s Stimulus Hypocrisy Bobby Jindal’s Stimulus Hypocrisy
The Nation's Chris Hayes explores instances of GOP doublespeak when it comes to government spending in their home states.
Jul 24, 2009 / Countdown
Feingold: White House is Whistling Past Afghan Graveyard Feingold: White House is Whistling Past Afghan Graveyard
In an exclusive interview with The Nation, Sen. Russ Feingold defends his lone vote to oppose the latest amendment to the Defense Authorization bill.
Jul 24, 2009 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Republicans Cling to Racism Strategy Republicans Cling to Racism Strategy
Nation contributor Melissa Harris-Lacewell weighs in on the troubling trajectory of right-wing race-based attacks on Obama.
Jul 24, 2009 / The Rachel Maddow Show
Jon Stewart Slams the ‘Birther’ Movement Jon Stewart Slams the ‘Birther’ Movement
Despite the overwhelming evidence, right-wingers insist Obama is not a US citizen, spreading rumors on television and the Internet.
Jul 23, 2009 / The Daily Show
A Seat on the Bus? A Seat on the Bus?
Mass transit fares are going up and services are being cut. Meanwhile, federal stimulus money favors new projects over maintaining existing systems.
The New Truth-Teller The New Truth-Teller
In naming Phil Angelides as chair of the new Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission, Congress has picked an aggressive, visionary reformer.
Jul 20, 2009 / Feature / William Greider
No More Excuses, Mr. President No More Excuses, Mr. President
President Obama brought the house down at the NAACP centennial celebration with yet another stirring speech on race. But if his deeds don't begin to match his words, he's going to ...
Jul 20, 2009 / Adam Howard
Sanford, Ensign and the Politics of Affairs Sanford, Ensign and the Politics of Affairs
Nation contributor Melissa Harris-Lacewell talks to MSNBC's Keith Olbermann about philandering politicians and why their private affairs matter to the public.
Jul 16, 2009 / Countdown