AltWeeklies Wire
The Promise of Barack Obama's Big Speechnew
This is one of those turning points in American history. We can choose one of two mostly failed visions of the past, those offered by John McCain and the Clintons. Or we can try hard to be what Barack Obama is -- the bridge to the 21st century.
Metro Times |
Jack Lessenberry |
04-01-2008 |
Commentary
Voter Resignationnew
People in West Philly's Carroll Park might vote, but they aren't sure why.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Tom Namako |
04-01-2008 |
Politics
Are You Sure Your Delegate is Registered to Vote?new
Some counties aren't vetting their delegates to make sure they pass muster.
Seattle Weekly |
Aimee Curl |
03-31-2008 |
Politics
The Dwaine Caraway Shownew
Starring that new breed of politician who wants to root out your crack houses, close down your whorehouses and pull up your pants.
Dallas Observer |
Jim Schutze |
03-31-2008 |
Politics
Popular Texas Conservative Has Some Republicans Worriednew
Want a body-armored, property rights-advocating survivalist with alleged links to the Republic of Texas militia as your next state representative? Vote for Randall Dunning on April 8.
Dallas Observer |
Jesse Hyde |
03-31-2008 |
Politics
Is Obama's Pastor Really That Controversial?new
I guess Noam Chomsky would be a lot scarier if he were black. He'd get a lot more press too. Church of Chomsky, anyone?
Philadelphia Weekly |
Liz Spikol |
03-31-2008 |
Commentary
Why Obama's Great Speech on Race Fell Shortnew
The trouble with the speech was that the core issue raised by Obama's relationship with Rev. Jeremiah Wright isn't race. It's patriotism.
Boulder Weekly |
Paul Danish |
03-31-2008 |
Commentary
Presidential Politics 101new
A word of warning: If you don't want to know who's going to win the presidential election, don't read further.
Jackson Free Press |
James L. Dickerson |
03-28-2008 |
Commentary
What About John McCain's Pastors?new
The GOP's propaganda wing has successfully shifted the election focus away from our endless wars and our imploding economy and environment, over to Barack Obama's pastor. Lost amid this newfound obsession was any mention of John McCain's two lunatic preachers.
Artvoice |
Michael I. Niman |
03-28-2008 |
Commentary
Election '08: Catholic Identity Politicsnew
Delegates don't matter. Money doesn't matter. Reverend Jeremiah Wright's statements about AIDS as a US government conspiracy to kill blacks, and about American perfidy at home and abroad, may have doomed Senator Barack Obama's candidacy for president -- because millions of traditional Democratic voters don't want to be blamed for old wrongs.
Artvoice |
Bruce Fisher |
03-28-2008 |
Commentary
How One Progressive Outfoxed Vt's Democratic Partynew
In this year's race for governor, Progressive Party candidate Anthony Pollina is a winner -- not because he is going to be governor, but because he has flummoxed, outfoxed and humiliated the Vermont Democratic Party.
Seven Days |
Jon Margolis |
03-28-2008 |
Politics
Sarah Steelman: Hot Contendernew
If looks count, Steelman may be Missouri's next governor.
Riverfront Times |
Kathleen McLaughlin |
03-28-2008 |
Politics
A Jailhouse Mysterynew
As Nashville attorney Gus Puryear wages the fight of his life for a federal judgeship, he's struggled to explain how his company handled the death of one of its female inmates.
Nashville Scene |
Matt Pulle |
03-28-2008 |
Politics
Bill Clinton Stumps for Hillary in North Carolinanew
He promised his wife would visit the state at least once a week between now and the May 6 primary.
The Bush Economynew
The president absolutely deserves the blame for the mess the country is in right now.
Tucson Weekly |
Tom Danehy |
03-27-2008 |
Commentary
