Is an Obama Landslide in the Oregon Mail?
by Patrick Lasswell
A majority of Oregonians are expected to put a rubber stamp on Barack Obama's nomination today, but the Clinton forces have still been in there fighting.
What, Me Mullah? Obama and Iran
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by Roger L Simon In an early election skirmish, McCain and Obama faced off over Iran. But does Barack have all the facts? |
Iraq Hunts Al-Qaeda in Its Last Urban Stronghold
by Mohammed Fadhil
Operations are now underway in Mosul to rid the city of al-Qaeda. The streets are calm, indicating that the terrorists realize they are too weak to fight.
Dueling Steves: Steve Westly, Round 2 [VIDEO]
Beginning the second round of the Dueling Steves series, PJM's Bill Bradley talks with Steve Westly of the Obama campaign about Obama's nomination, Hillary's future, and going head-to-head with McCain. Think he's right? You make the call...
Is Too Much Happiness a Bad Thing?
by Eric Wilson
It often feels as if we are living in an age of almost perfect contentment. But are we missing out on something if we refuse to feel sad?
McCain and the Presidential Albatross
by Bill Bradley
Barack Obama's battle against Hillary Clinton is nearly over: Oregon should seal the deal. Meanwhile, John McCain's biggest obstacle is George Bush and the weakened GOP "brand."
Israeli Army Doctors Heal the Enemy
by Stephanie L. Freid
Medicine trumps politics for the Israeli army doctors serving on a West Bank military base near Ramallah who run an emergency clinic for local Palestinian villagers.
The Problem Isn’t Conservatism: It’s Conservatives Who Aren’t Conservative
by Victor Davis Hanson
Republicans have forgotten who they were and can’t explain what they might be. If they aren't capable of crafting clear positions, they deserve to lose.
A Carbon Diet Needs a Healthy Serving of Nuclear Energy
by Nicolas Loris and Jack Spencer
Eliminating our dependence on oil and coal is only part of the clean energy equation. It's time that the United States gets serious about nuclear power.
Sweetie, How Dare You Criticize Obama?
by Bridget Johnson
If John McCain had called a reporter "sweetie" he'd be castigated as a dirty old man hurling sexist remarks, but Obama got a free pass for "Sweetiegate." It's just one example of an ongoing double standard in Campaign 2008.
Is the Associated Press Good for America?
by Steve Boriss
Did you ever wonder why the same coverage with the same slant appears in nearly every U.S. newspaper? Look no further than the influence of their monopolistic wire service.
China’s Earthquake Gets Political
by Gordon G. Chang
The Communist Party, of course, did not cause China's recent devastating earthquake, but many angry citizens blame their government for post-quake deaths — and want their leaders held accountable.
Is Racism Hurting Obama in Middle America?
by Ruben Navarrette Jr.
Race played no small role in Barack Obama's losses in West Virginia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. Ari Kaufman's claim to the contrary in a recent PJM article is just wishful thinking.
Barbara Walters and Her Amours
by Burt Prelutsky
What is it about celebrities who write autobiographies that compels them to reveal all — and we mean all— when it comes to their love lives?
Clinton and Obama Do Battle in Kentucky, Oregon
With the nomination fight drawing to a close, Kentucky and Oregon host two of the final contests between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. Stay tuned throughout the day as PJM compiles the latest news and views.
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Black-on-Black War in Johannesburg
by The Coffee Addict
The shocking violence against refugees from Zimbabwe has threatened the very fabric of South African society.
Penn and Teller’s Libertarian Humor
by Christian Toto
Penn and Teller's outrageous comedy series Bullshit! may leave the audience in stitches, but there is also a clear political message behind their shenanigans.
Obama’s Iraq Minefield
by Michael Weiss
It is merely a matter of time before Barack Obama — the self-proclaimed antiwar candidate — will have to face his contradictions, falsehoods, and alarming displays of ignorance on Iraq.
The NRA: From Gloom to Complacency?
by Glenn Harlan Reynolds
The mood at the National Rifle Association's annual convention this election year was optimistic and cheerful, even before the bourbon kicked in. But are gun-rights advocates getting too comfortable? Possibly.
A Russian Documents the Truth About Russia
by Kim Zigfeld
Politician and activist Boris Nemtsov has produced an eye-opening study that outlines the failure and looming disaster of Putin's Russia. Not many people inside his country will get to read it, though.
Amazon’s Kindle Draws the Reader In
by Charlie Martin
The popular e-book device isn't perfect, but it's pretty darn good. Moreover, it points to a very exciting future for the world of publishing.
Ethically Speaking: Should You Vacation in Burma?
by Eric Scheie
Traveling to a dictator-ruled disaster area is not everyone's dream vacation, but enough people visit Burma to inspire a Lonely Planet guide. Would you take that trip — or even buy a tourist guide — if you knew that the dollars you spent would help prop up the country's military regime?
Critics Miss Benefits of ‘No Child Left Behind’
by Greg Forster
The major charge against the No Child Left Behind Act is that it results in "teaching to the test." But is that really such a bad idea?
The Singing Revolution Against the Evil Empire
by Christian Toto
A new documentary tells the riveting story of how music played an important part in Estonia's struggle for liberation from Soviet rule.
How Iran Is Killing U.S. Troops in Iraq
by Bob Owens
Some of the explosives used against U.S. forces are so sophisticated that they must have originated in Iran. Relatively rare pictures obtained by PJM show their effects on American forces' vehicles.
Backlash Against Media Smears in the Heartland
by Ari Kaufman
The media narrative on the primaries in Indiana and West Virginia hinted at racism as the reason why Obama lost. There are plenty of Hoosiers and Mountaineers who won't take that charge lying down.
Golden State Gay Marriage Ban Struck Down
by B. Daniel Blatt
Not all gay people are celebrating today's ruling by the California Supreme Court. Should a decision of this magnitude be left up to the people to decide?
McCain’s Vision of America in 2013
by Bill Bradley
John McCain painted a picture of the future in a speech this morning in Columbus, Ohio. Here's a look at some of the key issues the Republican nominee addressed.
Dueling Steves: Steve Schmidt [VIDEO]
As part of our ongoing "Dueling Steves" interview series, senior McCain campaign advisor Steve Schmidt talks with PJM's Bill Bradley about the Republican candidate's plans to grow the economy, promote energy security, care for the environment, and achieve victory in Iraq.
