The Endless Drone Killing Program The Endless Drone Killing Program
The Washington Post investigative piece is truly frightening. The “Global War on Terror” goes on and on.
Oct 24, 2012 / Blog / Bob Dreyfuss
Neoconjobs Neoconjobs
The Obama administration's quiet reponse to a 2010 bombing in Georgia contrasts with the macho foreign policy vision Mitt demonstrated with his response to riots in the Arab world ...
Sep 13, 2012 / Blog / Eric Alterman
Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US? Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US?
The head of the Bank of England now says bankers’ lies about interest rates “meet my definition of fraud.” Will US officials finally crack down?
Jul 17, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols
What Pelosi and the Black Caucus Get About the Next GOP Strategy What Pelosi and the Black Caucus Get About the Next GOP Strategy
The walkout by CBC members and the House Democratic leader was exactly the right response to the Holder contempt vote. Indeed, it’s a model for future fights.
Jun 29, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols
Roberts and Obamacare: The Odd Couple Wins Roberts and Obamacare: The Odd Couple Wins
With the ACA upheld, the door has been opened for evolution toward what eventually will be recognized as nationalized healthcare.
Jun 29, 2012 / Blog / William Greider
Obama Starts to Use the Power of His Office Obama Starts to Use the Power of His Office
President Obama’s first use of executive privilege has sparked outrage, of course.
Jun 25, 2012 / Blog / Melissa Harris-Perry
Dave Zirin: The DOJ Wastes Money on Sports Dave Zirin: The DOJ Wastes Money on Sports
The Department of Justice spent $2 to 3 million prosecuting Roger Clemens. Why?
Jun 20, 2012 / Nation in the News / Press Room
Darrell Issa Shows Contemptible Disregard for the Constitution Darrell Issa Shows Contemptible Disregard for the Constitution
Issa has made politics central to his fight with the Obama White House—rather than making a credible case for his demands.
Jun 20, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols
Jay-Z for President? Jay-Z for President?
If private sector experience is what qualifies Mitt Romney for the presidency, then why not elect Jay-Z?
Jun 18, 2012 / Blog / Melissa Harris-Perry
Obama’s ‘Kill List’ Is Unchecked Presidential Power Obama’s ‘Kill List’ Is Unchecked Presidential Power
The national obsession with the leak source misses its vital significance: the warped policy and the drones that drive it.
Jun 12, 2012 / Blog / Katrina vanden Heuvel