Executive Branch

To Russia, Love Tom DeLay

Jack Abramoff's plea is just the beginning. DeLay's dealings with Russia should be one of the biggest stories of the year. more »

Alito And The "F" Word

Democrats and moderate Republicans should challenge Bush's nominee at every turn. more »

Oil, Gas And Imperialism

guardian.co.uk — In the future, oil and gas will be replaced by renewables. But for now, energy imperialism is the driver of global politics.

more »

The Twin Crises Of 2006

Reports that the Bush administration may strike Iranian nuclear facilities promise only further destabilization in Iraq. more »

Checking Bush's Power

thenation.com — The president's defense of his wiretapping has unveiled a hidden state.

more »

Iraq: Game Over

The victory of the Shiite religious bloc means the big winner in the Iraqi elections is Iran. Next stop: civil war. more »


Patrick Doherty's picture

Preparing For 2006

As 2005 comes to a close, I am struck by the observation that Democrats responded tactically, not strategically, to almost every big news event this year. more »

More »»


Alexandra Walker's picture

Dick Cheney's Priorities

It's good news for the rest of the world, but not for Americans. more »

More »»

A Democratic Outbreak?: Your Letters

Torture and morality; the Muslim Brotherhood; and the unfairness of fair trade: Readers react in this week's letters. more »

Iraq's Tipping Point

Whatever the outcome of Iraq's elections, we have a pretty good idea of what the future holds. more »