A War of Absurdity A War of Absurdity
There is no indication that any of the contending forces in Afghanistan, including the Taliban, are interested in bringing Al Qaeda back.
Oct 7, 2009 / Column / Robert Scheer
Same as It Ever Was: Talking Head in Pittsburgh Same as It Ever Was: Talking Head in Pittsburgh
Why the sudden disclosure of a secret uranium enrichment facility in Iran?
Sep 30, 2009 / Column / Alexander Cockburn
Exorcising America’s Diplomatic Demons Exorcising America’s Diplomatic Demons
This week the Chinese Communists celebrate their sixtieth year in power, an event that the make-war-not-peace crowd might benefit from contemplating.
Sep 30, 2009 / Column / Robert Scheer
Thoughts of a UN Delegate as Qaddafi’s Speech, Slotted for Fifteen Minutes, Approaches An Hour and a Half Thoughts of a UN Delegate as Qaddafi’s Speech, Slotted for Fifteen Minutes, Approaches An Hour and a Half
This Muammar is truly loony.
Sep 30, 2009 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Can the NFL Tackle Homophobia? Can the NFL Tackle Homophobia?
Some National Football League players appear to be turning over a new leaf when it comes to gay rights, but a history of homophobia still haunts the sport.
Sep 29, 2009 / Column / Dave Zirin
The House That Irving Built The House That Irving Built
Grappling with Irving Kristol's legacy.
Sep 23, 2009 / Column / Eric Alterman
Voice of America? Voice of America?
When does a society tip from expressive speech into excessive fulmination and then into repression or violence?
Sep 23, 2009 / Column / Patricia J. Williams
A Grand Jury Investigates John Edwards A Grand Jury Investigates John Edwards
He's got some explaining to do.
Sep 23, 2009 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Saving the Obama Revolution Saving the Obama Revolution
President Obama should follow the model of the incredibly successful Reagan revolution and heed the political base that made his presidency possible.
Sep 23, 2009 / Column / Robert Scheer