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Sarah Palin Wilts as Glenn Beck Self-Destructsnew

Common sense has bloomed among right wingers — not once, but twice. And while these episodes are unlikely to become regular events, we should enjoy them while we can.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  02-17-2011  |  Commentary

American Psychonew

And the American psychosis.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  01-14-2011  |  Commentary

It's Time Obama Moved Vigorously to Advance Gay and Lesbian Rightsnew

If you are gay or lesbian, or if you care about realizing social justice, you must be wondering when Obama is going to turn his attention to the fact that one in 10 of the nation's more than 230 million adults are second-class citizens.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  06-24-2009  |  Commentary

Hey, Guess What! Obama Won!new

Barack Obama's election has sparked international wonder. His task, however, is great.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  11-06-2008  |  Commentary

Vote for 'That One'new

It is impossible to emphasize the importance of redirecting America's sorry course.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  10-30-2008  |  Commentary

America's Nightmare and Obama's Appealnew

It is hard to imagine, but the winner of November's contest is going to assume leadership of a nation that is worse off than it is today. Things are going to get worse before they get better. And if McCain is elected, they could get unimaginably worse.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  10-09-2008  |  Commentary

Wall Street Meets the Presidential Campaignsnew

Wall Street's meltdown is more dangerous than realized. McCain is clueless, but does Obama recognize the root of the problem?
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  09-18-2008  |  Commentary

Hillary, It's Time to Say Goodnightnew

As entertaining -- and at times compelling -- as the Clintons' star turn as feisty underdogs out to beat the odds has been, it is wearing thin. So when the primary season closes on June 3, that'll be candidate Clinton's cue to exit the race.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  05-29-2008  |  Commentary

Never in His Long Career Has Ted Kennedy Been More Vital or Central to Political Lifenew

Forget relevant; Kennedy today seems indispensable. That makes the news that he is suffering from a malignant brain tumor all the more shocking and sobering.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  05-21-2008  |  Commentary

McCain's Judicial Pledge Would Further Compromise America's Futurenew

John McCain's recent pledge to extend the legacy of President George W. Bush by continuing to appoint radical, right-wing judges should come as no surprise to even casual political observers, particularly as he continues to pander to the hard-core conservatives of his party whose contributions and votes he must garner to have any chance of winning in November.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  05-07-2008  |  Commentary

After Pennsylvania: A Reality Checknew

Increasingly obsessed with political gamesmanship, the presidential candidates must come back to planet earth.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  04-25-2008  |  Commentary

The Morning Afternew

With two appealing presidential contenders, it is not surprising that Democrats are still locked in a tight contest. Now Hillary is rejuvenated, but perils lie ahead.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  03-05-2008  |  Commentary

Mitt Romney is a Liarnew

And Republican voters deserve better.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  01-04-2008  |  Commentary

Iran: The Next Crisisnew

Trying to make sense of Ahmadinejad at Columbia will not shed light on Bush's emerging plans to attack Iran.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  09-27-2007  |  Commentary

A Message for Cindy Sheehan: Don't Runnew

Let Rush Limbaugh and Bill O'Reilly pick on Pelosi -- keep your sites on Bush and the Republicans who want to succeed him. Plus: The exit of Karl Rove.
Boston Phoenix  |  Editorial  |  08-17-2007  |  Commentary

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