Columns
[What Else?]
The Horizons of Hick
"Fly-over country" - the term says more about the mindset of New Yorkers than it does about the Mid and Mountain West.
[The Issues]
“A Few Bad Apples”—A Story I Just Can’t Believe
Abu Ghraib is only the latest instance of torture sanctioned by the US military.
[The Issues]
New Fallujah, Michigan
Fans see the NBA's recent basket-brawl in terms of war.
[The Media]
I Read It On The Internet So It Must Be True
As the election dust settles, take a look at what's hot in blogs.
[The Media]
A Video Redone: Eminem's "Mosh"
The video for Eminem’s song “Mosh” is reimagined post-election with a new, more violent ending.
[The Issues]
Re-Recount in Washington State: Is the third time a charm?
It is time for legislative bodies nationwide to examine ways of improving mechanisms and machinery for voting.
[The Media]
Rewriting the Motives Behind Matthew Shepard’s Murder
A pivotal moment for the gay community has been revisited and revised.
[The Media]
What I Learned from the 2004 Presidential Election (as it Pertains to Reality Television)
Bridge the cultural divide in five quick and easy lessons.
[The City]
Hey Mr. Mayor, Watch Out for Peds!
Mayor Bloomberg may need to consider different transportation rules if he allows the MTA to do what it wants.
[The Candidates]
Crocodile Tears and Bush's Victory
Should North-Easterners really be sad about Bush's sweeping success?
[What Else?]
Litigating Democracy
Forget counting the votes--elections rest dangerously in the hands of judges now.
[The Issues]
The Democrats and Congress: It's Not What It Seems...
A grim look at what the Senate and House election results mean for the Democrats
[The Media]
South Park Creators Vomit on American Politics
Can bathroom humor be mixed with sophisticated political analysis? Trey Parker and Matt Stone give it a try in Team America: World Police.
[The Candidates]
O, Kerry
Illegible to vote this Election Day, NYC internationals took to the streets in hopes of swaying the polls.
[What Else?]
Ralph Nader's Tarnished Image
Nader deals a blow to the idealism he once symbolized.
[The Candidates]
Bush and Kerry Talk Women’s Rights: I’m Sorry, What Year is This Again?
Both candidates expect "strong women" to stand by their men.
[The Media]
Danny Schechter, News Dissector
WMD: Weapons of Mass Deception will make you wonder about the veracity of any news.
[The Media]
Mastering the Media Game
If we've learned anything from Lesbian-gate, it’s that Republicans are far more adept than Democrats at controlling the message.
[The City]
The Meaning of "The Presidency"
Exit Art hosts a controversial exhibit of political art.
[The Candidates]
George W. Bush’s Changing Face
If Al Gore's performance is any indication, Bush's changing personality during the presidential debates may prove to be his downfall.
[The Media]
Going Upriver: Kerry Does 'Nam
More a Vietnam-era history lesson than a documentary about the Democratic presidential candidate, Going Upriver stills proves relevant.
[What Else?]
Contract on America: The Capitol Trader Considers Hedging Two Swing States
Handicapping Ohio and New Hampshire.
[The Candidates]
Dick and John
Last week, Americans watched two opposing personalities trade barbs on Iraq, flip-flops and gay marriage. Here is one viewer's blow-by-blow.
[The Candidates]
A Battle in the Bronx and Another in the Heartland
New Yorkers have a tough choice in October — watch the Yankees fight for another World Series championship or watch the Democratic contenders challenge the Republican incumbents for the White House. True blue (or red) fans will figure out how to watch both.
[What Else?]
Contract on America: The Capitol Trader Takes on his Home State
New Jersey: Democratic stronghold or GOP sure thing?
[What Else?]
Contract on America: The Capitol Trader Introduces Himself
Welcome to political futures markets.
[The Media]
Jon Stewart: King of All Media
Jon Stewart and The Daily Show will change mainstream news forever – even if it really annoys Bill O’Reilly.
[What Else?]
A Vote For Nader is a Vote for Bush, But It Doesn't Have to Be
Run-off voting could give America an election that reflects voters' real preferences.