On the Latest Republican Debate On the Latest Republican Debate
I watched these presidential hopefuls join Together for debating in Des Moines, And many times I heard allegiance sworn To Jesus and to babies not quite born.
Dec 15, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
On the Release of John McCain’s Psychological Records On the Release of John McCain’s Psychological Records
Still reason to worry.
Dec 9, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
One Problem of Bradley’s Candidacy Solved One Problem of Bradley’s Candidacy Solved
The last remaining superpower Might get a leader who would tower Above a smallish premier of Japan. The Third World wouldn't be euphoric
Dec 2, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
The Message of Those Spreading Rumors About John McCain’s ‘Temperament’ The Message of Those Spreading Rumors About John McCain’s ‘Temperament’
Imprisonment and torture are the sort Of things that might just drive a person daft. So just in case that happened to McCain,
Nov 25, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Missing in Action Missing in Action
The candidates are constantly reviewed. The questions raised by analysts include: Will Pat Buchanan matter as a mauler?
Nov 18, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
The Effect on His Campaign of the Release of George W. Bush’s College Transcript The Effect on His Campaign of the Release of George W. Bush’s College Transcript
Obliviously on he sails, With marks not quite as good as Quayle's.
Nov 11, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Admiration From Afar Admiration From Afar
They like the way he's not afraid to say That money lets the fat cats get their way. They like his style, the fact he doesn't pander.
Nov 4, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Trump Bump Trump Bump
His real estate is in a slump And wifey's proving hard to dump And everyone he called a chump Would like to see him on his rump.
Oct 28, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
A Family Dynamics Analysis of Elizabeth Dole’s Withdrawal A Family Dynamics Analysis of Elizabeth Dole’s Withdrawal
Though Bob has said he's giddy over Liddy, He didn't do a lot to help her, did he.
Oct 28, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin
Thoughts About Kenneth Starr as He Leaves Office Thoughts About Kenneth Starr as He Leaves Office
Some ask, “Is there a more self-righteous man?” Or “Was he really out for Clinton’s blood?” Some citizens are left with only this: “Amazing how…
Oct 21, 1999 / Column / Calvin Trillin