A Magic Moment for America A Magic Moment for America
The nomination of Barack Obama--so able intellectually, morally and spiritually--marks a magic moment for America, culminating the hopes of those who worked for a more perfect unio...
Aug 5, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Rev. Jesse L. Jackson
The Disasterplex The Disasterplex
Superstars and superheroes fight and flounder through Hollywood's season of wanton destruction.
Jul 31, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Stuart Klawans
Elvis Costello’s Momofuku: A Portrait of Love and Lust Elvis Costello’s Momofuku: A Portrait of Love and Lust
Elvis Costello's new album is a worthy addition to his seemingly endless catalog of beauty and bile.
Jul 30, 2008 / Books & the Arts / David Yaffe
Rachel Maddow’s Life and Career Rachel Maddow’s Life and Career
The Air America host is this election season's breakout star.
Jul 30, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Rebecca Traister
Summer of the Superhero Summer of the Superhero
Superhero-themed films are dominating the summer box office. Is it just about the bottom line or our national longing for genuine heroism?
Jul 24, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Adam Howard
Should Will Smith Play Obama? Should Will Smith Play Obama?
Stephen Colbert suggests that playing McCain would be a bigger stretch for the Academy Award nominated movie star.
Jul 8, 2008 / Books & the Arts / The Colbert Report
Review: ‘Full Battle Rattle,’ ‘Get Smart’ Review: ‘Full Battle Rattle,’ ‘Get Smart’
Reviewing a homegrown war documentary, a portrait of Native American life and a pair of spy comedies.
Jun 26, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Stuart Klawans
Carlin Uncensored Carlin Uncensored
Comedian George Carlin is dead at 71. The Nation pays tribute to "America's most consistently savage social commentator."
Jun 23, 2008 / Books & the Arts / YouTube
This Brave Nation: Two Generations of Hope This Brave Nation: Two Generations of Hope
Pete Seeger talks about music and activism with one of the country's most effective young grassroots leaders, Majora Carter.
Jun 23, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Brave Nation
Seeing Past the Gorgons Seeing Past the Gorgons
The New Yorker's art critic turns his eye toward the cultural summits.
Jun 19, 2008 / Books & the Arts / Barry Schwabsky