AltWeeklies Wire
Election '08: Two Tall Talesnew
Hillary Clinton and John McCain were caught telling whopping lies, each grotesque in its own way and transparent in its falsity, but one of the senators got away with it and the other didn't.
Arkansas Times |
Ernest Dumas |
04-04-2008 |
Commentary
Clinton Fatiguenew
What is driving the widespread movement pressuring Hillary to drop out, even though she is very much still in the race?
Boston Phoenix |
Steven Stark |
04-03-2008 |
Commentary
Demonizing Obamanew
Why Christian conservatives are worried sick about the Democratic frontrunner -- and what they're doing about it.
Illinois Times |
Jeannette Cooperman |
04-03-2008 |
Politics
Selling Obama Door to Door in Oregonnew
With just over seven weeks to go before the state's primary on May 20, Barack Obama supporters kick off his Oregon campaign.
The Portland Mercury |
Amy J. Ruiz |
04-03-2008 |
Politics
Do-It-Yourself Obamanew
Barack Obama's North Carolina supporters -- and entrepreneurs -- have taken to making their own merchandise and signs to capitalize on the fervor.
Obama's Private School Yearsnew
When it comes to racial matters at Honolulu's Punahou School, things aren't as simple as black and white.
Charleston City Paper |
Chris Haire |
04-02-2008 |
Commentary
Using Obama's Example to Destroy Political Correctnessnew
Maybe I'm overly optimistic, but the best chance to give voice to the most controversial of Southern perspectives (and indeed all American perspectives) might be by accepting Obama's invitation to join in on the America that belongs to them -- too.
Charleston City Paper |
Jack Hunter |
04-02-2008 |
Commentary
Don't Move Past Bush. Start Over.
We'll never, ever "move on" past George W. Bush -- unless we erase him from American history. Here's how.
Maui Time |
Ted Rall |
04-01-2008 |
Commentary
Does Obamamania Prove Racism is Dead?new
Could it be that race really doesn't matter that much anymore and we really have reached the "content of our character" moment in history? This is disturbing, because I will have to change my worldview on race if it's true. It's comforting for the same reason. If true, this is very cool.
LEO Weekly |
Ricky L. Jones |
04-01-2008 |
Commentary
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
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
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
