November 2006

Daily Download: "Replace You," Jay Bennett
Some straightforward rock from a former Wilco member. (11/30/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
DeVito's drunken outburst. Anna Nicole evicted. Plus: Britney Spears' recent "exposure." (11/30/2006)

Beyond the Multiplex By Andrew O'Hehir
The Spirit Award nominations are in -- and they're indier than ever. Plus: Anthony LaPaglia and Isabella Rossellini, Lucy Liu and Chloë Sevigny. (11/30/2006)

Is the Apple kid a Democrat? By Kerry Lauerman
We're not sure. But Rush Limbaugh definitely infects our hard drives. (11/30/2006)

Peace out, my Wigga By King Kaufman
Yellow-shirted singer quits hip-hop supergroup. Toddlers the world over pour one for their homey. (11/30/2006)

Bad company By David Puner
Unsettling videos of soldiers and Iraqi children that are under Pentagon scrutiny. (11/30/2006)

Destination: The Netherlands By Matt Steinglass
Delve into Lowlands literature and discover there's much more to this prosperous nation than wooden clogs, tulips and -- of course -- weed. (11/30/2006)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
At home with Nate the neoconservative. (11/30/2006)

The Gen Xers are driving me crazy By Cary Tennis
I'm in my late 40s, and some of the younger people I work with make no sense at all to me! (11/30/2006)

"The Female Brain": It's ba-ack! Carol Lloyd
Word of Louann Brizendine's pseudoscientific book on differences between male and female brains has hit the U.K. (11/30/2006)

The Madonna adoption circus Carol Lloyd
Human rights organizations will help decide whether the Material Girl can adopt a Malawian boy. (11/30/2006)

Childless and proud Carol Lloyd
The latest identity choice for women: To breed or not to breed. (11/30/2006)

Girls' sports: A no-boy zone Carol Lloyd
Just how fair is it to exclude a boy from his high school's girls' gymnastics team? (11/30/2006)

Generation Dem By Sidney Blumenthal
Beyond the failure of Karl Rove, the momentous 2006 elections signaled the emergence of a younger, bluer America that could reshape politics for years to come. (11/30/2006)

Baker group to recommend "pullback"; Bush rejects timetables Tim Grieve
Moving fast at going slow. (11/30/2006)

The measure of the man Tim Grieve
Bush declares Nouri al-Maliki "the right guy for Iraq." (11/30/2006)

Poll: Bring 'em home Tim Grieve
In a Harris Interactive poll, 69 percent of Americans say they want U.S. troops withdrawn from Iraq. (11/30/2006)

Is there still time to save Iraq? Tim Grieve
Sources involved in the Baker group's deliberations worry that their report is "too late." (11/30/2006)

Gore in? Clinton out? Tim Grieve
The news of the day is Iraq, but people can't help speculating about 2008. (11/30/2006)

Think war is hell? Try working at a gas station Tim Grieve
It's hard work, the president says. (11/30/2006)

Tony Snow, laugh riot Tim Grieve
War is hell, except when it's funny. (11/30/2006)

Let them eat cake (or a Yule log or cookies shaped like Barney) Tim Grieve
War is hell, unless you're invited to a White House holiday reception. (11/30/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
ESPN's basketball guys hammer the BCS. Now that it's not an ABC property, that is. Plus: Hoops whizzing match! (11/30/2006)

No sweet sounds from these MP3 players Andrew Leonard
The ballad of Sigmatel and Actions Semiconductor, Part III. (11/30/2006)

Smash the WTO; the 19th century version Andrew Leonard
Was there a backlash against globalization... 120 years ago? (11/30/2006)

Daily Download: "Over the Rainbow," Shooby Taylor
The "Human Horn" plays some of his classic covers. (11/29/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Pam and Rock "Newlyweds of the Year." Rocky's religious marketing campaign. Plus: Snoop arrested again. (11/29/2006)

Video Dog: George Lucas does "Singing in the Rain" By Kerry Lauerman
The classic song and dance retooled for the Xbox set. (11/29/2006)

Monkeyfest 2006 By David Puner
Hello Lopburi! (11/29/2006)

Hurling middle names By Kerry Lauerman
A GOP pundit debuts an early, anti-Obama strategy. (11/29/2006)

DeVito decks the halls By David Puner
Hosts wind up contact-drunk from guest's breath (11/29/2006)

The softer side of S/M By Donna Minkowitz
In his new collection of stories, Stephen Elliott examines his experiences with torture and love through admirably clear eyes. (11/29/2006)

Nude awakening By Stephen Elliott
It was a hot Chicago summer. My stripper year. My heroin year. I had a new college degree and nothing made sense. I was having the best time of my life. (11/29/2006)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
The world's nicest coke dealer. (11/29/2006)

A mother's love By Sallie Tisdale
My adopted son, already the father of three, faces a future of dead-end jobs and near poverty. What do I owe him and my unexpected, fragile grandchildren? (11/29/2006)

I'm in love with two men By Cary Tennis
How do I choose between them? Do I have to choose at all? (11/29/2006)

How is Kate Winslet like a car? Page Rockwell
In that she has substance, silly. (11/29/2006)

Keroack is here to stay Tracy Clark-Flory
The Health and Human Services Department defends putting an anti-contraception activist in charge of hundreds of millions in family-planning funds. (11/29/2006)

Is becoming a mother a risk factor for murder? Katharine Mieszkowski
Why homicide is a more common killer of pregnant women than practically anything else. (11/29/2006)

How much responsibility for mothers-to-be? Page Rockwell
When it comes to what behaviors are safe for "pre-pregnant" and pregnant women to engage in, there's great debate. (11/29/2006)

There is a gay agenda -- winning elections By Kerry Eleveld
Gay millionaires and their allies poured unprecedented sums into the 2006 election -- and it worked. (11/29/2006)

Don't like Christmas? Get a life By Garrison Keillor
You may feel excluded by Christian symbolism, but you're in America. Work with it. (11/29/2006)

Dazed and confused By Joan Walsh
With his "three-way" with King Abdullah and Nouri al-Maliki canceled, thanks to the timely leak of a nasty memo about the Iraqi prime minister, Bush looks like the blunderer in chief. (11/29/2006)

Well, you know, my kid had her purse stolen in Buenos Aires Tim Grieve
Bush gets snippy with Sen.-elect Jim Webb. (11/29/2006)

Hadley on Maliki: Ignorant, misleading or just not capable? Tim Grieve
Welcome to Jordan, Mr. President. (11/29/2006)

Who's afraid of Barack Obama? Tim Grieve
Hillary Clinton, one magazine says. (11/29/2006)

Report: Frist won't make a White House run Tim Grieve
The midterm elections continue to take their toll. (11/29/2006)

Trashing Maliki, or when a leak becomes a flood Tim Grieve
The White House won't criticize the Iraqi prime minister in public. Sort of. (11/29/2006)

Gore on 9/11, 2008 and Hillary Clinton Tim Grieve
Bush bears "a measure of blame for not doing his job at a time when we really needed him to do his job." (11/29/2006)

Did Maliki tell Bush to cool his heels? Tim Grieve
A summit meeting postponed. (11/29/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
Huge London Olympics cost overruns are right on schedule. Plus: Coach K "lifts" a chin. (11/29/2006)

Keeping pace with the Bengaluru Joneses Andrew Leonard
What do we want? WiMax! When do we want it? Now! (11/29/2006)

Why Thailand isn't smiling at Big Pharma Andrew Leonard
Free trade and AIDS in a post-coup, post-midterm election world. (11/29/2006)

The Carlyle Group goes shopping in Taiwan Andrew Leonard
Why does one of Washington's major players want to buy a semiconductor company? (11/29/2006)

Exclusive Daily Download: "Unemployed Blues," Dosh
A free download of crisp, expert electronica. (11/28/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
"Borat" scuttles Pam/Kid Rock marriage? Spears' literary criticism. Plus: Heath and Michelle set to marry? (11/28/2006)

"A challenge to Michael Richards" By David Puner
A lawyer's involved, and you know what that means. (11/28/2006)

Tragic footage of a notorious boot camp By David Puner
Teenager collapsed in January after rough handling (11/28/2006)

Pigskin philosophy By Michael Scherer
Football is more than touchdown dances and big hits in Michael Lewis' "The Blind Side," a literary take on the gridiron game. (11/28/2006)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Jolie: A belated eulogy. (11/28/2006)

A local pastor is on the sex offender registry By Cary Tennis
I'm worried that others may not know this -- should I warn the congregation? (11/28/2006)

The professor of pigging out By Katharine Mieszkowski
Brian Wansink, of the Cornell Food and Brand Lab, dishes about food self-delusion, holiday dieting, and how it might be the size of your plate -- not pie -- that's responsible for your paunch. (11/28/2006)

The great Australian bikini march Tracy Clark-Flory
Scantily clad Aussies will storm the streets to protest a cleric's controversial remarks. (11/28/2006)

Progress on the male pill Nona Willis-Aronowitz
Hurray for contraception! But will men take a pill that prevents ejaculation? (11/28/2006)

Raped by the police Tracy Clark-Flory
Amnesty International reports that Nigeria has failed to prosecute rapes by police and soldiers. (11/28/2006)

"Year of the Women"? Hardly Katharine Mieszkowski
Move over Nancy Pelosi. Women voters deserve more credit for the big Democratic wins on Nov. 7. (11/28/2006)

Airlines ban men from sitting next to kids Tracy Clark-Flory
All in the name of protecting children from sexual assaults. (11/28/2006)

Yes, Democrats do need the South! By Ed Kilgore
Tom Schaller may think the Democrats can whistle past Dixie and still win, but that's a recipe for disaster. (11/28/2006)

Salvaging Bush's Mideast disaster By Gary Kamiya
The real "front line of the war on terror" is Palestine. By brokering a lasting peace, the U.S. can make up for Bush's colossal blunders. (11/28/2006)

Strategy for Victory, R.I.P.? Tim Grieve
A year after unveiling his strategy for Iraq, Bush acknowledges -- at least tacitly -- that the terrorists' plans have worked better. (11/28/2006)

The Limbaugh doctrine: "Just blow the place up" Tim Grieve
The Bush administration's favorite radio host says Middle East diplomacy just delays the inevitable. (11/28/2006)

Draft Obama or silence him? Tim Grieve
Dick Durbin urges his Senate colleague to run. (11/28/2006)

Sen. Schwarzenegger? Tim Grieve
He can't be elected president, but he could run against Barbara Boxer in 2010. (11/28/2006)

"Civil war," "new phase" or just stayin' the course? Tim Grieve
The Times says its reporters can call that thing in Iraq a "civil war." The White House doesn't know what to say. (11/28/2006)

The words they said Tim Grieve
Gingrich on speech, Tancredo on Miami, Dole on debt. (11/28/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
Michael Richards, Michael Vick sing the new apology hit: It ain't me, babe. Plus: Jay Cutler -- Tony Romo 2.0? (11/28/2006)

Go left, young Latin American Andrew Leonard
No surprise here: Campaigning against George Bush works in Ecuador, too (11/28/2006)

Housing: The good, the bad and the funny Andrew Leonard
Does a slight rise in sales compensate for a record price collapse? Don't ask the media for an answer. (11/28/2006)

Food, meet fuel Andrew Leonard
What will we eat when all the corn goes in the gas tank? (11/28/2006)

The last contenders
Two songs face off for the final Song Search slot. (11/27/2006)

Daily Download: "Darkness," Scott Walker
A musical interpretation of a biblical plague. (11/27/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
More Kramer apologies. O.J. ghostwriter speaks. Plus: Spears and Hilton form new superduo. (11/27/2006)

"Spamland No. 2" By David Puner
Recycling seemingly useless trash. (11/27/2006)

Ex-KGB agent dies in London By David Puner
Had eaten sushi contaminated with toxin only available from nuclear lab. (11/27/2006)

Twiggy, the waterskiing squirrel By David Puner
If you think this is impressive, you should see her one-ski dock-start. (11/27/2006)

Carvel back to the cake future By David Puner
Pre-order again now for 1982 holiday season. (11/27/2006)

Buddha on the brain By Steve Paulson
Ex-monk B. Alan Wallace explains what Buddhism can teach Western scientists, why reincarnation should be taken seriously and what it's like to study meditation with the Dalai Lama. (11/27/2006)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
Ballad of a Neocon (11/27/2006)

My husband wants to take nude photos of his mom By Cary Tennis
He's a pro photographer and it's for her wedding. But she's a bombshell and I can't meet her standard. (11/27/2006)

Why don't more women watch porn? Page Rockwell
Both sexes seem to be turned on by dirty movies, but that doesn't mean women are tuning in. (11/27/2006)

Catholics for condoms Page Rockwell
The Roman Catholic Church comes one step closer to loosening its prohibition on condom use. (11/27/2006)

In Maryland, men experience the "real harm" of rape Tracy Clark-Flory
Another look at the Maryland Court of Special Appeals decision that once consent is given, rape cannot occur. (11/27/2006)

Learning from multiple abortions Page Rockwell
Half the women who get abortions in the U.S. have previously had at least one other abortion. (11/27/2006)

What else we're reading Page Rockwell
U.S. scores poorly in global gender gap report. Plus: Why is CNET rating "girl geeks"? (11/27/2006)

Get the lead out By Rebecca Renner
How to make sure that your drinking water is safe. (11/27/2006)

Lead on tap By Rebecca Renner
An alarming return of lead in drinking water is being ignored by the EPA and municipal officials. (11/27/2006)

Souls on ice By Debra J. Dickerson
While the GOP was exploiting the bigotry of the black clergy in the midterms, black piety was melting before America's eyes. (11/27/2006)

Longer than World War II Tim Grieve
As Iraq moves fast "toward the point of no return," the Baker group eyes talks with Iran and Syria. (11/27/2006)

Who's hot, who's not Tim Grieve
In a new national poll, it's Giuliani, Obama and McCain way over poor John Kerry. (11/27/2006)

Buying a legacy Tim Grieve
Bush library will pay scholars to "write papers and books favorable to the president's policies." (11/27/2006)

It's not like there's a war going on or anything Tim Grieve
Donald Rumsfeld's long goodbye. (11/27/2006)

"When I was young and irresponsible, I was young and irresponsible" Tim Grieve
Despite a request from the U.S. Embassy, the Bush twins party on in Buenos Aires. (11/27/2006)

A dissenting voice is out at State Tim Grieve
Philip Zelikow will resign by the end of the year. (11/27/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
BCS fever: Nation thrills as USC improves to .9460 on a computer somewhere. Plus: If Bryant Gumbel's talking, is this the Macy's parade? (11/27/2006)

Dawning of the age of Frankenfuels Andrew Leonard
Will consumers turn up their noses at genetically modified energy crops? (11/27/2006)

Steal this fashion design Andrew Leonard
Sometimes, copying someone else's creation is the right thing to do. (11/27/2006)

Gloom, doom, and the dollar Andrew Leonard
The mighty greenback staggers, and Asia notices (11/27/2006)

I Like to Watch By Heather Havrilesky
Time to give thanks for a nation of spoiled babies, gibbering publicists and miniature Gordon Gekkos! Plus: Reliving the joys of "Match Game." (11/26/2006)

Bond, by the book By Allen Barra
With the release of "Casino Royale," I read Ian Fleming's classic Bond novels again and discovered a talented spy who was "just like us" and a writer devoted to pleasure. (11/25/2006)

Iraq's third and final act? By Mark Danner
Americans are war-weary and hungry for an answer to a single question: How do we get out of Iraq? (11/25/2006)

Pelosi's compulsion By Joe Conason
The speaker-elect should avoid embarrassment -- and honor her promise to clean up Congress -- and not pick compromised Alcee Hastings as intelligence chairman. (11/24/2006)

Iraq: War of imagination By Mark Danner
The U.S. disaster in Iraq was created by seemingly competent officials blinded by ideological hubris. With mounting American and Iraqi deaths, will reality-based policy finally prevail? (11/24/2006)

Beyond the Multiplex By Andrew O'Hehir
Dig into Salon's list of the best independent films of 2006 already out on DVD. Now that's something to be thankful for. (11/23/2006)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Larry Dodson, American Master: Where is he now? (11/23/2006)

Base instincts By Sidney Blumenthal
Yes, Rupert Murdoch spiked the O.J. Simpson book. But the Fox mogul's obsession with degradation will continue unabated. (11/23/2006)

Daily Download: "Mel Gibson," Nervous Cabaret
An indie band exhorts: "Well you made lots of money/Go buy yourself a camera." (11/22/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Nancy Grace sued. Federline says no sex tape. Plus: Fox offered Brown and Goldman families "hush money"? (11/22/2006)

"Deja Vu" By Stephanie Zacharek
You certainly won't want to watch this implausible supernatural love story, starring Denzel Washington, more than once. (11/22/2006)

Goodbye, Mr. Altman By Stephanie Zacharek
A great director, a poet, Robert Altman changed the landscape of filmmaking, and never stopped shooting. It's almost impossible to believe he's gone. (11/22/2006)

The cheese stands alone Heather Havrilesky
Tom Cruise pulls dorkiest move of all time at his own wedding. (11/22/2006)

Colbert becomes "Stephen Eagleman" By Kerry Lauerman
A dream becomes reality for our hero, who must battle "a squadron of Nancy Pelosi clones." (11/22/2006)

Memories of Gobbler By David Puner
Eleven months with a favorite bird. (11/22/2006)

"Willard would make a good balloon, too" By David Puner
Great Scott! Some Macy's memories. (11/22/2006)

Fierstein on Mrs. Claus By David Puner
Social commentary ensues. (11/22/2006)

Joaq the Line By David Puner
The actor who portrayed the Man in Black don't eat bird. (11/22/2006)

Adam Sandler sings about turkey By David Puner
Gobble dee gee. Gobble dee goo. (11/22/2006)

A reminder from Eddie Murphy By David Puner
On the occasion of Thanksgiving. (11/22/2006)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
A-shopping I will go... (11/22/2006)

I have herpes. Do I have to tell all my partners? By Cary Tennis
Is it fair of me to ask someone to accept getting this by becoming involved with me? (11/22/2006)

Diet your way to a long, miserable life! By Rebecca Traister
"Calorie restricted" eaters have visions of eternal health dancing in their heads. But is life without pecan pie really worth living? (11/22/2006)

A culture of death in Nicaragua Sarah Goldstein
One of the chilling effects of the new abortion ban is that doctors are afraid to do their jobs. (11/22/2006)

Bill O'Reilly's misinformation campaign Jessica Arons
The Fox News host spews more inaccuracies, this time from the Boston Herald's Op-Ed page. (11/22/2006)

Same-sex marriage around the world Sarah Goldstein
Israel will recognize the marriages of same-sex couples wedded in Massachusetts -- but will Massachusetts? (11/22/2006)

Lactivists converge in airports Sarah Goldstein
Women stage "nurse-ins," breast-feeding their children at airports around the country. (11/22/2006)

Why shouldn't Muslim women wear veils? Tracy Clark-Flory
Because "each woman with her beautiful hair is like a flower," according to one Egyptian MP. Hmm. (11/22/2006)

To hell with all that magazine writing Page Rockwell
Caitlin Flanagan is reportedly off the New Yorker staff. We'll try not to gloat too conspicuously. (11/22/2006)

Leaving Iraq? Not so fast By Mark Benjamin
Early signs indicate that Democrats will be very cautious about redeployment, and they want to make sure W. takes the blame. (11/22/2006)

Did voting machines steal a Democratic victory? By Katharine Mieszkowski
In Katherine Harris' old Florida district, more than 18,000 votes went missing -- and a Republican won a House seat by 369 votes. (11/22/2006)

A quiet life among autumnal people By Garrison Keillor
Gluttony and lust and pride start to fade late in life, leaving us thankful for simple blessings. (11/22/2006)

The first annual Capitol Hill roast By Walter Shapiro
Who is a turkey and who is not in Washington this year? Salon ranks the politicos who have earned our gratitude and those who should get their just deserts. (11/22/2006)

Not that there's anything wrong with that Tim Grieve
Harry Reid says his relationship with a fellow senator "isn't a 'Brokeback Mountain' situation." (11/22/2006)

A "matrix" the president can understand Tim Grieve
More than 3,700 Iraqi civilians have been killed in the war's deadliest month yet. (11/22/2006)

This would never have happened in Baghdad Tim Grieve
Think it sucks to have your cellphone stolen? Try fighting in your father's war. (11/22/2006)

Ballot analysis: "Undervotes" skewed to Democratic candidates Tim Grieve
Voters with missing votes in a Florida House race voted for Democrats up and down the ballot otherwise. (11/22/2006)

A timeline too long Tim Grieve
The Marines' new commandant says training Iraqi security forces may take longer than the American people are willing to tolerate. (11/22/2006)

Seventeen questions for George W. Bush Tim Grieve
Scooter Libby's lawyers have a questionnaire for potential jurors. Perhaps the president should answer it first. (11/22/2006)

Notes on a breakup
It's never easy getting dumped. Table Talkers explain why getting it in writing makes it worse. (11/22/2006)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
I can't carry liquids and gels on the plane, but what about mashed potatoes? Plus: Need a little humor to get you through your long holiday flight? Try SkyMaul. (11/22/2006)

Daily Download: "There You Are in Me," Nellie McKay
Brash, hyperarticulate, smart-aleck hyperactivity. (11/21/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
O.J. canceled. Kramer apologizes for outburst. Plus: Fox to launch "'The Daily Show' for conservatives." (11/21/2006)

"The History Boys" By Stephanie Zacharek
This muted adaptation of Alan Bennett's hit play makes you feel as if you're watching the film from the cheap seats. (11/21/2006)

The Michael Richards apology By David Puner
"Seinfeld" actor attempts damage control; comes across crazier than Kramer. (11/21/2006)

Katie gives full credit By David Puner
Couric's sign-off not the one she was hoping for. (11/21/2006)

The fall of the house of Pynchon By Laura Miller
Slogging through the science and history, sex and paranoia that crowd Thomas Pynchon's cartoonish new novel, it's obvious his disciples now write better Big Idea novels than he does. (11/21/2006)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Who says honesty's the best policy? (11/21/2006)

Do I have the right to control how Christmas money is used? By Cary Tennis
Last year I sent my brother a check to buy gifts for his kids, and he spent it on a video game. (11/21/2006)

Diary of a turkey killer By Novella Carpenter
Last year I decided to grow and slaughter my own Thanksgiving turkey. The six months I spent raising Harold were some of the best of my life -- and so were the hours I spent eating him. (11/21/2006)

Melinda Gates: A woman to watch Rebecca Traister
Wall Street Journal flaunts a keen eye for female business acumen. (11/21/2006)

Breaking: Don't smoke! Rebecca Traister
A new reason -- did you need one? -- to stop smoking. (11/21/2006)

Model real estate Rebecca Traister
A real estate company that sells beautiful apartments through cunning and subtle use of beautiful women. (11/21/2006)

Chimps dig older chimp chicks! Rebecca Traister
Male monkeys like their ladies a little more experienced. (11/21/2006)

Playing doctor in inappropriate clothes Rebecca Traister
An essay about the perils of healing while female. (11/21/2006)

The GOP's dirty deeds of 2006 By Alex Koppelman and Lauren Shell
Salon's guide to robo-calls, push polls, vigilantes and other murky dealings from this year's elections. (11/21/2006)

That's how the light gets in By Gary Kamiya
To truly give thanks this week is to celebrate the world. But for all of our obsession with success and self-fulfillment, Americans don't celebrate very well. (11/21/2006)

Hillary's money Tim Grieve
After spending lavishly on her reelection campaign, Clinton finds that her once-intimidating war chest isn't much bigger than her rivals' now. (11/21/2006)

Maybe it was the beer talking Tim Grieve
Gingrich on the White House: "If the American people say I have to be president, it will happen." (11/21/2006)

Stand up, stand down Tim Grieve
Good news on Iraq! If the U.S. sends more troops, they'll stay only until security conditions improve. (11/21/2006)

Connecticut against Lieberman Alex Koppelman
A conversation with John Orman, the Lieberman detractor who's the new chairman -- and sole member -- of Connecticut for Lieberman. (11/21/2006)

Not necessarily the news Tim Grieve
The election? Yes, but first: The latest on today's weather! (11/21/2006)

"We do not respect your son" Tim Grieve
Bush I, speaking overseas, gets an earful about Bush II. (11/21/2006)

The games they play Tim Grieve
As Pelosi weighs severance pay for GOP staffers, Republicans aim to stiff the incoming majority with work left over from 2006. (11/21/2006)

Lieberman bags himself a moose Alex Koppelman
The senator announces his new communications director; this one comes with a history. (11/21/2006)

The women of biodiesel Andrew Leonard
These biofuel babes are not your mother's hippies (11/21/2006)

Corn mania Andrew Leonard
Farmers of the world rejoice: The price of corn keeps rising. (11/21/2006)

Inch by inch, car by car Andrew Leonard
A glimpse at the Toyota factory floor, where incremental improvement is a way of life. (11/21/2006)

Song Search: Two New York bands square off
It's a pop vs. pop-punk showdown. (11/20/2006)

Exclusive Daily Download: "Perrier," Ecstatic Sunshine
An exclusive free download from a dueling electric guitar duo. (11/20/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
The Cruise-Holmes wedding. "Borat" lawsuit launches. Plus: Kramer's racist tirade, caught on tape. (11/20/2006)

Broadway Joe's lowest moment By Kerry Lauerman
The notorious flub that sent Namath into rehab. (11/20/2006)

Colmes vs. Fuhrman By David Puner
Two dudes with "chips" (read: potato wedges) on their shoulders. (11/20/2006)

Evil Knievel's amazing toy stunts By David Puner
No. 3  He jumps a globe and learns. (11/20/2006)

Kramer vs. Kramer By David Puner
Actor Michael Richards sheds unshakable character association. (11/20/2006)

Bank of America sendup By David Puner
David Cross covers the viral cover. (11/20/2006)

"Inside the Jihad" By Omar Nasiri
Terrorist turned spy Omar Nasiri has written the first personal account of life as an al-Qaida operative. An excerpt from his terrifying new book. (11/20/2006)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
All right, Smarty, if you think Iraq is such a disaster, what's your solution? (11/20/2006)

I'm friends with the principal -- and sick of hiding it! By Cary Tennis
If people knew we were friends, they would be suspicious. Should we come out? (11/20/2006)

Reproduction of the rich and famous By Daniel Harris
Forget golden statuettes. In the new, family-friendly Hollywood, the real status symbols are sonograms and diamond solitaires. (11/20/2006)

Dutch Cabinet pushes for burqa ban Tracy Clark-Flory
Security precaution, or veiled attempt at enforcing cultural assimilation? (11/20/2006)

Nicaraguan president signs abortion ban Page Rockwell
The new ban has no exceptions, not even to save a mother's life. (11/20/2006)

Tall men, skinny women Page Rockwell
A speed-dating study uncovers more dirt on the physical attributes men and women find attractive. (11/20/2006)

The "marriage penalty" kicks the bucket Page Rockwell
Educated, professionally successful women aren't less likely to get married. Yippee! (11/20/2006)

What else we're reading Page Rockwell
Gay rights in South Africa, rape-prevention tips from the U.K., collective bargaining in Bangalore and more. (11/20/2006)

Green gridlock By Amanda Griscom Little
Will enviro-friendly Democrats spend the next two years kicking ass in Congress, or get blocked by Bush's veto pen? (11/20/2006)

Memo to O.J.: Kill yourself By Debra J. Dickerson
But meanwhile, let's hear it for the white girl who got him to confess. (11/20/2006)

Iraq's white-collar crime By Juan Cole
The recent kidnapping of Iraqi professionals, and ongoing murder of doctors and teachers, are devastating the country's recovery. (11/20/2006)

The decider says he hasn't decided Tim Grieve
As Iraqis and U.S. soldiers continue to die, Bush says he's waiting to hear more before making any decisions. (11/20/2006)

McCain: I was against Roe before I was for it before I was against it Tim Grieve
As the senator courts the right, he says that the Supreme Court could and should reverse Roe v. Wade. (11/20/2006)

Right, but actually winning the White House would have been nice, too Tim Grieve
Kerry says his "botched joke" about Iraq means nothing for a 2008 run. (11/20/2006)

For Democrats, is the sun rising in the West? Tim Grieve
2006 results show a red-to-blue shift in three states Bush carried in 2004. (11/20/2006)

In Florida, Democrats seek a new election Tim Grieve
The state certifies a 369-vote victory for Republican Vern Buchanan, but what about those 18,380 "undervotes"? (11/20/2006)

Coincidence? Election over, gas prices up again Tim Grieve
A 12-week slide in the price at the pump came to an abrupt end right around Election Day. (11/20/2006)

The cultural significance of NASCAR's decline Andrew Leonard
Ratings down? Empty seats in speedways? Blame the Democrats! (11/20/2006)

Nancy Pelosi and "the butchers of Beijing" Andrew Leonard
The U.S.'s No. 1 China critic takes center stage. Time for a new Cold War? (11/20/2006)

I Like to Watch By Heather Havrilesky
The born losers of "Lost" and the born winners of "The OC" prove that victory is just another word for nothing left to lose. (11/19/2006)

Doggy water ballet By Kerry Lauerman
The strange grace of a terrier's paddle. (11/19/2006)

Annie Leibovitz's reckless candor By Sarah Karnasiewicz
The renowned photographer's snapshots of her partner Susan Sontag and of her family, exhibited for the first time, are shocking in their intimacy -- but they should have stayed inside that shoe box. (11/18/2006)

O.J.'s profit motive By Alex Koppelman
Is Simpson trying to clear his conscience? Forget it, say interrogation experts. His veiled confession fulfills a baser need. (11/18/2006)

John Darnielle's Song Search fave
The Mountain Goats frontman chooses between this week's contenders. (11/17/2006)

Daily Download: "I'll Be Home for Christmas," Aimee Mann
Aimee Mann tackles a Christmas classic. (11/17/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
O.J.'s publisher divulges hidden motives. Hostess files complaint against "Borat." Plus: Fergie says insulting her is akin to "insulting God." (11/17/2006)

"Bobby" By Stephanie Zacharek
Emilio Estevez clearly had good intentions in making this fictional drama about the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. (11/17/2006)

"For Your Consideration" By Stephanie Zacharek
Christopher Guest and his pals bring moments of inspired lunacy as a group of actors with Oscar dreams. (11/17/2006)

"Fast Food Nation" By Stephanie Zacharek
Richard Linklater packs the horrible truths revealed in Eric Schlosser's book into a solid, dramatic McNugget. (11/17/2006)

"Casino Royale" By Stephanie Zacharek
In this blissfully entertaining new Bond movie, Daniel Craig gives us 007 as we've never seen him -- more naked, alive and mysterious than ever. (11/17/2006)

Pity this fool? By David Puner
CNN's Glenn Beck displays his interviewing range. (11/17/2006)

Shocking incident By David Puner
The controversial taser incident at UCLA (11/17/2006)

The sexiest man living! By Salon staff
Forget that other list. We pick the men who really set our hearts aflame -- and there's nary a pretty-boy actor among them. (11/17/2006)

I've got three months to go in this job -- will I survive? By Cary Tennis
This tedious contract position has me jumping out of my skin -- I'm only 23 and I've got things to do! (11/17/2006)

Abstinence-only zealot to oversee Title X? Tracy Clark-Flory
The appointment is an unbelievably nervy move -- even for the Bush administration. (11/17/2006)

Anorexia claims another model Tracy Clark-Flory
Twenty-one-year-old, 88-pound Ana Carolina Reston reportedly subsisted on apples and tomatoes. (11/17/2006)

Which cancer kills the most American women? Katharine Mieszkowski
Hint: It does not come wrapped in a pink ribbon. (11/17/2006)

"I became angry and mean" Page Rockwell
A U.S. soldier confesses to the gang rape and murder of a 14-year-old Iraqi girl, and gets life in prison. (11/17/2006)

What else we're reading Page Rockwell
Silicone implants are back, Tina Fey mouths off, O.J. Simpson's publisher takes a dubious stand against domestic violence, and more. (11/17/2006)

Condi's Iraq surprise By Mark Benjamin
In a secret end run around Cheney and Rumsfeld, the secretary of state pressed Bush to back the Iraq Study Group -- and change the course of the war. (11/17/2006)

A man who hated government By Brad DeLong
Conservative economic guru and liberal nemesis Milton Friedman disliked intervention of any sort, whether in the market or in recreational drug use. (11/17/2006)

Sen. Webb, true conservative? By Joe Conason
His novel about a war crimes trial suggests he'll join Dodd and Leahy's efforts to repair the constitutional vandalism wreaked by the Military Commissions Act. (11/17/2006)

More troops for Iraq? How many more? Tim Grieve
Military experts say at least 500,000 and maybe more than 1 million would be needed to win there. (11/17/2006)

Bush family-planning pick: Marketing contraceptives demeans women Tim Grieve
Who knew that an olive branch could have so many thorns? (11/17/2006)

Meet the new boss, same as the old boss Tim Grieve
House Republicans elect John Boehner to be their minority leader. (11/17/2006)

George W. Bush on the lessons of Vietnam Tim Grieve
We'll win in Iraq unless we quit. (11/17/2006)

Meet your House Republican leaders Tim Grieve
They may look familiar. (11/17/2006)

Is Karl Rove on the way out? Tim Grieve
We'll believe it when we see it. (11/17/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
Porn star Adriana Sage explains her NFL prognosticating prowess. Plus: This column's Week 11 picks. Rated G and mostly wrong. (11/17/2006)

Are you there, God?
How do you define the divine? Table Talkers weigh in on their idea of God, this week. (11/17/2006)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
With the Democrats in power can we look forward to flying with our liquids and gels again? Is civil aviation even affected by the political tide? (11/17/2006)

The accidental birth of civilization Andrew Leonard
Climate change goosed modern society into being 6,000 years ago. Oops. (11/17/2006)

Hopeful signs in the housing start meltdown? Andrew Leonard
Who to trust about the latest "shocking" numbers from the housing bust (11/17/2006)

Daily Download: "St. Patrick's Day," Damien Dempsey
Two great solo tracks from a beloved Irish singer. (11/16/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Publisher calls O.J. book his "confession." Michael Jackson booed off stage. Plus: Smut magnate offering $100 million for Spears sex tape. (11/16/2006)

Beyond the Multiplex By Andrew O'Hehir
The most original new thriller since "Memento." The year's best relationship movie. Plus: Heath Ledger's a revelation in "Candy." (11/16/2006)

"Hairy and scary in the woods" By David Puner
The most trusted name in news explores a little phenomenon called Bigfoot. (11/16/2006)

Looking for "high art" on YouTube By David Puner
New York Times: YouTube's not just a lowbrow trough. (11/16/2006)

"Dr. Meth King"? By David Puner
President Bush honors MLK. Or at least tried to. (11/16/2006)

Jealous much? By Rebecca Tuhus-Dubrow
Leanne Shapton plumbs the anxiety provoked by seeing lovers' ex-lovers in her quirky meditation on the ugly green monster inside us. (11/16/2006)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
The adventures of Definitely-Not-Gay-Man! (11/16/2006)

Does less of a paycheck make him less of a man? By Cary Tennis
My partner of 16 years and I have always shared equally, but since he got laid off, it's as if I'm now wearing the pants. (11/16/2006)

The wrong egg By Angela Valdez
When a fertility clinic mistakenly placed a client's sperm in the wrong woman, the man sued for the right to be called the baby's father. Trouble is, the law says he's nobody's daddy. (11/16/2006)

Trade secrets Carol Lloyd
The U.S. provides trade incentives for countries with fair labor practices. Will it offer incentives for guaranteeing women's rights, too? (11/16/2006)

Blaming the victim? Carol Lloyd
British police find that some rape victims who believe they were drugged were actually just drunk. Does it matter? (11/16/2006)

The doctor is in deep trouble Carol Lloyd
A German gynecologist is forced to pay child support after his patient's contraceptive implant fails. What's wrong with this picture? (11/16/2006)

Happy and gay Carol Lloyd
Good news on gay rights around the world. (11/16/2006)

Iraq deadline quagmire By Michael Scherer
As some Dems talk withdrawal, the top U.S. commander asks for more time -- and troops. At what point will continued failure not be acceptable? (11/16/2006)

The French Hillary By Mary Papenfuss
In this political power couple, it's the woman who gets the first shot at being president. (11/16/2006)

All the father's men By Sidney Blumenthal
Bush family guardians James Baker and others are trying to rescue "Sonny" from his failed Middle East policies. Will he listen this time? (11/16/2006)

Thompson eyes 2008; McCain makes it nearly official Tim Grieve
The former HHS secretary says the country needs a candidate from the Midwest. (11/16/2006)

The Bush plan for Iraq: A few more troops? Tim Grieve
A report says the president wants to make one last push to win the war. (11/16/2006)

America's hungry? They're just suffering from "low food security" Tim Grieve
The Bush administration is losing another war, so it's changing the terms of the debate. (11/16/2006)

Democrats meet to elect a leader; is Murtha down for the count? Tim Grieve
Sources tell the Hotline that Pelosi's candidate doesn't have the votes to beat Steny Hoyer. (11/16/2006)

Democrats choose their speaker; Republicans suffer a shutout Tim Grieve
The GOP didn't take a single governorship or House or Senate seat away from the Democrats last week. (11/16/2006)

Democrats elect Hoyer over Murtha Tim Grieve
And now it's time for business. (11/16/2006)

Fox isn't the only "fair and balanced" one Tim Grieve
CNN's Headline News tells the first Muslim elected to Congress to prove that he's not working with America's enemies. (11/16/2006)

If you didn't get it, you don't know Jack Tim Grieve
A few last words from Abramoff as he checked into federal prison. (11/16/2006)

Reid vows legislation on robo-calls, phony sample ballot Tim Grieve and Michael Scherer
The soon-to-be majority leader says campaign abuses should be met with criminal penalties. (11/16/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
A peewee football coach berating 5-year-olds and attacking a ref. Just Bob Knight being Bob Knight? (11/16/2006)

Will China clean up the U.S.'s mess? Andrew Leonard
Chinese environmental regulations for the consumer electronics industry will be the world's toughest (11/16/2006)

Milton Friedman's bullets Andrew Leonard
The death of the free market's greatest defender comes at a symbolically resonant moment. (11/16/2006)

The biggest game. Ever Andrew Leonard
The Nation calls the Michigan-Ohio State game a "raging bouillabaisse of testosterone and alienation." Puh-leez. (11/16/2006)

Exclusive Daily Download: "I Cried Last Night," Junior Kimbrough
An exclusive free download from a modern blues great. (11/15/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
O.J. to discuss how he would have done it. Madonna to adopt again? Plus: Cruise and Holmes snub Oprah, invite Shields. (11/15/2006)

Pete explains By David Marchese
The Who's legendary guitarist talks about the band's first album in a quarter-century and the role of the Internet in the age of Mark Foley. (11/15/2006)

The Glover's off By David Puner
A famously odd 1987 visit to David Letterman by Crispin Glover. (11/15/2006)

Rumsfeld's one-fingered victory salute By David Puner
Donald Rumsfeld, now out of a job, has an itch he's got to scratch. (11/15/2006)

Bobby sock By David Puner
Coach Bobby Knight holds his own chin and head high. (11/15/2006)

House of Murtha By David Puner
The scandalous 13 seconds that are haunting a would-be Democratic leader. (11/15/2006)

O'Reilly beats WalMart into submission By David Puner
"Merry Christmas" returns to the superstore with a heart for percentages. (11/15/2006)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
Road to Seattle. (11/15/2006)

I'm a student in Scandinavia terrified of rape By Cary Tennis
I'm starting to see attackers behind every bush. Am I being silly and paranoid? (11/15/2006)

The female zealot By Ruthie Ackerman
In a revealing interview, Harvard's Swanee Hunt explains why women should be more politically active and what she learned from her infamous oil tycoon father. (11/15/2006)

Silicon Valley foxes Tracy Clark-Flory
For female tech writers, drunken flirtation with tech entrepreneurs is a plus, and "smoking"-hot looks don't hurt either. (11/15/2006)

Girls just want to have frills (and cats) Page Rockwell
The Cruise-Holmes wedding may feature some quirky vows. (11/15/2006)

Pakistan may unveil new rape laws Tracy Clark-Flory
A proposed law would make forensic evidence admissible in rape trials. (11/15/2006)

Don't ask, don't tell, don't be Adrienne So
The Catholic Church says Jesus loves you even if you're gay -- just don't tell anyone about your orientation. (11/15/2006)

Flying the boob-hating skies Katharine Mieszkowski
A breast-feeding mom is kicked off her flight. (11/15/2006)

What else we're reading Tracy Clark-Flory
Sure, Nancy Pelosi's a political heavyweight, but who is she wearing? Also, orgasms for peace? (11/15/2006)

Pelosi's power play By Michael Scherer
With her bold endorsement of Iraq critic Jack Murtha to be her second in command, the incoming House speaker is already putting her authority to the test. (11/15/2006)

Uncle Sam, keep out By Glenn Greenwald
What Democrats can learn from the failure of the gay marriage ban in Arizona. (11/15/2006)

40 states is plenty By Garrison Keillor
Who needs Wyoming, Utah, Texas or Vermont? Senate seats should go to states that matter. (11/15/2006)

Does Hillary have a friend in Iowa? Tim Grieve
Is Gov. Tom Vilsack running for himself or for the woman he probably can't beat? (11/15/2006)

Still fair, still balanced Tim Grieve
Fox News' post-election plan. (11/15/2006)

Lieberman on the lessons of 2006 Tim Grieve
Some things never change. (11/15/2006)

Reid on Bush on Iraq: He just doesn't get it Tim Grieve
"He doesn't understand the urgency ... It's all victory for him." (11/15/2006)

For 2008, a hypothetical Democratic victory Tim Grieve
McCain leads Clinton, Obama and Edwards, but a generic Democrat beats a generic Republican. (11/15/2006)

Meet your new Senate minority whip Tim Grieve
Trent Lott's way with words didn't end in 2002. (11/15/2006)

The next six months in Iraq Tim Grieve
They're always "critical," so why can't we talk about what those words really mean? (11/15/2006)

Bush renominates four stalled judicial nominees Tim Grieve
Forsaking the olive branch for a sop to the right. (11/15/2006)

Carville: Dean's leadership "Rumsfeldian" Alex Koppelman
James Carville tells reporters that were it not for Howard Dean's incompetence, Democrats would have 20 more House seats. (11/15/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
Red Sox pay $51.1 million just to talk to a pitcher. Oh, yeah. The drunken-sailor era is back! (11/15/2006)

IBM and the India-China axis Andrew Leonard
Cheap workers aren't the only reason for global information technology empire building (11/15/2006)

Look for that E.U. label Andrew Leonard
Are you down with the EuP? A mandate for ecodesign, from the European Union. (11/15/2006)

Peace in the Mideast, via the Internet? Andrew Leonard
The Alliance of Civilizations asks for more cross-cultural dialogue. Is anyone listening? (11/15/2006)

Daily Download: "Flats and Jobs," Gurus
Barcelona's swinging psych-rockers (11/14/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Selling Gibson's new flick. Marie Claire fakes Vargas breast-feeding photo. Plus: Judge postpones ruling on Madonna. (11/14/2006)

Conversations: Crispin Glover
The actor talks about his surreal directorial debut, "What Is It?" (11/15/2006)

Aw By David Puner
Peaceable kingdom: The raccoon, cat and possum break bread. (11/14/2006)

Frank Poncherello: Ladies man By David Puner
A disco-era blast from the past, starring Erik Estrada. (11/14/2006)

"An eagle eye for the babes" By David Puner
Car talk from a self-styled relationship master. (11/14/2006)

Marine with a six-string By David Puner
CNN's curious profile of an ex-G.I. trying to make it as a singer. (11/14/2006)

Scarborough's F-bomb? By David Puner
We record, you decide! (11/14/2006)

"Wizard of the Crow" By Laura Miller
This inventive, surprising, madcap African political farce is like a cross between Pynchon and "A Confederacy of Dunces." (11/14/2006)

Story Minute By Carol Lay
The shadow with a mind of its own. (11/14/2006)

Trial by fryer By Gabrielle Hamilton
Some cooks think that because they throw a mean dinner party, they can run a restaurant. Until I tried to manage an overworked kitchen, an angry staff and an untested menu, I was one of them. (11/14/2006)

Where the girls aren't: The Times Magazine's comedy issue Rebecca Traister
The ever-vexing role of women in comedy. (11/14/2006)

I want my fiancée's exes to die violent, painful deaths By Cary Tennis
Is it wrong of me to wish that certain people from her past would accidentally be run over by a truck? (11/14/2006)

Fetal labor Rebecca Traister
A Missouri committee believes illegal immigrants are in high demand because we keep aborting all the potential U.S. workers. Seriously. (11/14/2006)

A special Broadsheet farewell ... Rebecca Traister
Or kiss-off. Depends what kind of mood you're in. (11/14/2006)

Don't have a cow, woman! Rebecca Traister
A new study links high red-meat consumption with breast cancer. (11/14/2006)

Do Democrats need the South? By Thomas F. Schaller
The party is doing fine, winning the Northeast, the West and the Midwest. So why is James Carville still pushing a Southern strategy? (11/14/2006)

Neoconservatism -- RIP By Gary Kamiya
The moralistic ideology has utterly failed. But as long as Bush still abides by it, his disastrous "war on terror" will drag on. (11/14/2006)

Trent Lott, minority whip? Alex Koppelman
Looking to bounce back from the controversy that ended his time as Senate majority leader, Lott makes a play for power. (11/14/2006)

Bake sale for Bolton Alex Koppelman
John Bolton's renomination to be ambassador to the U.N. looks dead, but some on the right want to resurrect it -- and they're willing to pay. (11/14/2006)

In Ohio, one race continues Alex Koppelman
Democratic congressional challenger Mary Jo Kilroy isn't ready to concede, but her chances look slim. (11/14/2006)

Democrats pick Senate leadership Alex Koppelman
No surprises here -- the real fireworks begin Thursday. (11/14/2006)

Karpinski on her obligation to tell the truth Alex Koppelman
The former commander of Abu Ghraib tells reporters why she plans to testify against Donald Rumsfeld. (11/14/2006)

Happy holidays from Fox News Alex Koppelman
Bill O'Reilly's bringing back the "war on Christmas," but maybe he should be careful about throwing stones. (11/14/2006)

Police sought in mass kidnapping in Baghdad Alex Koppelman
Warrants are out for those thought to be involved, and their identity may surprise you. (11/14/2006)

Abramoff headed to prison Alex Koppelman
ABC News reports that, over the objections of prosecutors, convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff will be locked up Wednesday. (11/14/2006)

Democrats to "criminalize criticism of homosexual conduct"? Alex Koppelman
The Traditional Values Coalition warns of impending "anti-Christian" hate crimes legislation. (11/14/2006)

Levin wants to investigate the CIA Alex Koppelman
The senator, slated to head the Armed Services Committee, is "not comfortable" with the CIA's "extraordinary rendition" program. (11/14/2006)

Rove will stay, but will he be the same? Alex Koppelman
Insight, the magazine of the Washington Times, reports on how the relationship between Bush and Rove has changed -- and why Rove will stick around. (11/14/2006)

Edwards doesn't declare ... yet Alex Koppelman
Appearing on "The Daily Show," the former vice-presidential candidate doesn't announce a run for president -- but he does say he'll announce something soon. (11/15/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
A Michigan-Ohio State rematch for the title would undermine the one thing the BCS does well. Plus: San Francisco's unseemly whining. (11/14/2006)

Shedding a tear for Santorum Andrew Leonard
Some newly departed Republican legislators were strong proponents of foreign aid (11/14/2006)

The return of the forest Andrew Leonard
Trees are making a comeback. Unless we decide to chop them all down again. (11/14/2006)

WTO follies Andrew Leonard
The House surprises Bush on Vietnam. Meanwhile, in Russia, the allofmp3.com deathwatch begins (11/14/2006)

Two new contenders step up
Song Search enters Week 3. (11/13/2006)

Daily Download: "I Can Get Us Out of Here Tonight," Lucero
A tough guy shows his tender side. (11/13/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
The Cruise/Holmes castle wedding. Villagers turn on "Borat." Plus: K-Fed looking to peddle sex tape? (11/13/2006)

"Sand camp" By Kerry Lauerman
A female soldier gets tied up by her peers on tape. (11/13/2006)

Aw By Kerry Lauerman
A song gets a cat's spidey-senses atingling. (11/13/2006)

Lost and found By Sara Corbett
Dave Eggers and Valentino Achak Deng -- one of 17,000 Lost Boys of Sudan -- talk to Salon about their collaboration on Eggers' new novel, visiting Africa together, and the challenges of coming to America. (11/13/2006)

Destination: Alaska By Seth Kantner
Put aside stories of a freezing, exotic locale full of igloos and kooks in favor of these portraits of the hardscrabble -- and magical -- Northern state. (11/13/2006)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
Republicans explain what happened. (11/13/2006)

The original riot grrrl
Ellen Willis, the New Yorker's first pop critic and a pro-sex feminist, was a literary Janis Joplin to generations of women. In tribute, we present her 1976 essay on the singer. (11/13/2006)

I'm in a cutthroat dating scene By Cary Tennis
All the women I meet are attached. Should I ignore that and start pursuing them? (11/13/2006)

Playing with the boys Page Rockwell
Rep. Nancy Pelosi dons Armani and makes headlines. (11/13/2006)

Bikini troubles in Dubai Page Rockwell
Women face harassment and groping on Dubai's beaches. Will a police crackdown solve the problem? (11/13/2006)

The apron versus the fire hose Tracy Clark-Flory
The Washington Post asks the dubious question: Is America more racist or more sexist? (11/13/2006)

Six feet under and still ignored Page Rockwell
Why do obituary pages feature so few women? (11/13/2006)

Green gains By Amanda Griscom Little
Voters have finally made the environment an election issue, kicking polluters like Richard Pombo to the curb. (11/13/2006)

Old school By Debra J. Dickerson
I'm supposed to be inspired by women my age who run marathons and go back to college, but I'm too tired to be young. It's too much work. (11/13/2006)

Bye-bye, bullies! By Joan Walsh
From Allen to Santorum, Rummy to Rush, last week's big losers personified a GOP culture of scorn and intimidation rejected by voters. (11/13/2006)

Feingold drops out of the "Me Primary" By Walter Shapiro
What does the gadfly senator's withdrawal as a candidate for 2008 mean for the remaining contenders? (11/13/2006)

Beltway cynics get it wrong By Glenn Greenwald
The pundits assumed Russ Feingold's principled stands were really grandstanding by a presidential hopeful. As usual, the pundits were mistaken. (11/13/2006)

Pelosi endorses Murtha Alex Koppelman
Nancy Pelosi, in line to be speaker of the House, gives her support to John Murtha in his race to be House majority leader. (11/13/2006)

Lieberman won't rule out switching parties Alex Koppelman
The Connecticut senator says he still might consider becoming a Republican. (11/13/2006)

Karpinski to testify against Rumsfeld Alex Koppelman
Former general at Abu Ghraib plans to take the stand for the prosecution in a probe of possible war crimes by the outgoing defense secretary. (11/13/2006)

That other war Alex Koppelman
Iraq will, no doubt, continue to get most of the ink, but a new report shows that while it languishes, forgotten, Afghanistan is only getting worse. (11/13/2006)

CREW opposes Murtha Alex Koppelman
Citing ethics issues, the watchdog group opposes Jack Murtha's run for House majority leader. (11/13/2006)

Quote of the Day Alex Koppelman
Former New York Times reporter Judy Miller, on blogs and bloggers. (11/13/2006)

CNN: Martinez to head RNC Alex Koppelman
Florida Sen. Mel Martinez is the White House's pick to succeed Ken Mehlman as head of the Republican National Committee. (11/13/2006)

Another Quote of the Day Alex Koppelman
Right-wing pundit Mark Steyn enlightens the rest of us on why women become lesbians -- or marry Muslims. (11/13/2006)

Jury finds Republican fundraiser Tom Noe guilty Alex Koppelman
The man at the center of Ohio's "Coingate" scandal is convicted of 29 of 40 charges against him. (11/13/2006)

Giuliani prepares to throw his hat into the ring Alex Koppelman
It's not official yet, but the former New York mayor appears to be readying for a presidential run. (11/13/2006)

Looking for 18,000 missing votes in Florida Katharine Mieszkowski
Did electronic voting machines cost a Democrat her seat in Congress? (11/13/2006)

Martinez: Right-wing bloggers react Alex Koppelman
Some aren't happy about the reported appointment of Florida Sen. Mel Martinez as chairman of the RNC. (11/13/2006)

Changing of the Big Pharma guard Andrew Leonard
Drug company political hacks beware: There's a new sheriff in town. (11/13/2006)

Welcome to the city of Los Angeles Andrew Leonard
Counting car dealerships and contemplating doom at the world's largest auto mall. (11/13/2006)

Taming the Australian weed Andrew Leonard
Are eucalyptus trees the next biofuel savior? A note of caution from California. (11/13/2006)

I Like to Watch By Heather Havrilesky
Ready to retch? ABC's cloying "Brothers & Sisters" serves up Sally Field, Calista Flockhart and a heaping helping of hugging and learning. (11/12/2006)

Feingold won't run for president Joan Walsh
The progressive Wisconsin Democrat says he can make a difference working with a new Senate majority. (11/12/2006)

The video game bullies By Farhad Manjoo
U.S. senators and conservative groups want to ban "Bully," citing fears it could cause another Columbine. But research on kids and violence -- and the game's own merits -- expose just another round of political gamesmanship. (11/11/2006)

Celebrity judge Chris Walla picks his winner
Deathcab for Cutie's guitarist weighs in. (11/10/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
"Borat" faces lawsuit. Richards tosses laptops. Plus: Comedy Central had Rumsfeld scoop? (11/10/2006)

Exclusive Daily Download: "Willow's Song," Isobel Campbell
A free exclusive download from Isobel Campbell's newest (11/10/2006)

"Stranger Than Fiction" By Stephanie Zacharek
Will Ferrell stars in this sometimes sweet, sometimes irritating fable that ponders the big questions a bit too ponderously. (11/10/2006)

"Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus" By Stephanie Zacharek
As Arbus, Nicole Kidman radiates warmth and empathy that are nowhere to be seen in the photographer's work. (11/10/2006)

Space balls By Laura Miller
While politicians spent a campaign season avoiding the big issues, TV's bravest series has been facing them in thrilling fashion. (11/10/2006)

"A Good Year" By Stephanie Zacharek
Russell Crowe charms his way through this well-intentioned comedy based on a book by Peter Mayle. (11/10/2006)

What's real in "Borat"? By David Marchese and Willa Paskin
Everything you wanted to know about the Kazakh road trip -- what was staged, who was an actor, and who was just hapless comedy roadkill. (11/10/2006)

I'm cheating on my hairdresser By Cary Tennis
I knew it was wrong, but I saw someone else, and he was good. Very, very good. (11/10/2006)

He or she? Carol Lloyd
In the Big Apple, you can be whoever you want to be. (11/10/2006)

Feminism and intervention, Part XXXVIII Chris Colin
How to parse another milestone in a very different war? (11/10/2006)

The other Harold Ford Jr. race card Chris Colin
Forget racist whites -- did the GOP do a number on black Tennessee women? (11/10/2006)

New U.N. agency for women Chris Colin
And it's about time! (11/10/2006)

Pelosi's family values Chris Colin
She campaigned as a mother. Will she fight for American families? (11/10/2006)

Have you heard my rape joke? Chris Colin
A Colorado University sophomore keeps the ACLU in business. (11/10/2006)

What else we're reading Chris Colin
Western publishers veil Muslim women, a girl gang rocks Chile, a New York doctor plots the nation's first womb transplant and more. (11/10/2006)

Lost faith in the GOP By Lauren Sandler
Evangelical leader Richard Cizik explains how Iraq, corruption and other failures are transforming the political piety of America's religious voters. (11/10/2006)

Howard Dean, vindicated By Joe Conason
The DNC chairman's "crazy" strategy of rebuilding the Democratic Party across all states helped it ride the national wave against the GOP. (11/10/2006)

A new bellwether for America By Garrett Epps
Jim Webb's victory, handing the Senate to the Dems, completes Virginia's transformation from reliably red into something more muted -- and more reflective of a changing national politics. (11/10/2006)

Confessions of an Ohio poll worker, Part 2 By Annie Cieslukowski
I made it through Election Day as a precinct judge, and all the votes were counted, even the ones in the malfunctioning machines -- I think. (11/10/2006)

The chairman can't win for winning Tim Grieve
Will "anti-Deaniacs" greet victory by demanding a change at the DNC? (11/10/2006)

Say good night, Ken Tim Grieve
In the wake of Tuesday's elections, Ken Mehlman is expected to leave his job as chairman of the Republican National Committee. (11/10/2006)

I'm a majority leader 4 U Tim Grieve
Harry Reid on Britney Spears. (11/10/2006)

Iraqis estimate their death toll: 150,000 Tim Grieve
In December, Bush put the number at 30,000, "more or less." (11/10/2006)

The GOP in 2008: As Allen convalesces, Gingrich unloads Tim Grieve
The president must "rethink how he engages the American people and how he communicates with candor." (11/10/2006)

Silent Dick Tim Grieve
Cat got your tongue, Mr. Vice President? (11/10/2006)

The conventional wisdom that would not die Alex Koppelman
The talking heads keep telling us this election was a victory for conservative Democrats. So who -- besides Heath Shuler, of course -- are they? (11/10/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
NFL Week 10: Dems headed for another big win. Also probably the Patriots. (11/10/2006)

Where do we go from here?
Table Talkers weigh in with a few post-election thoughts. (11/10/2006)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
There we were, hanging sideways in the sky just a few feet from death. Never before had I seen the ground from such a terrifying perspective. What happened? (11/10/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Federline files for custody. "Borat" banned in Russia. Plus: Madonna blasts celeb ambassadors. (11/09/2006)

Daily Download: "When Planets Collide," Viva Voce
Yo La Tengo meets stoner rock. (11/09/2006)

Beyond the Multiplex By Andrew O'Hehir
A documentary masterpiece that shows us Iraq as it truly is. Plus: Ed Harris as Beethoven, and an exegesis on the word "fuck." (11/09/2006)

Odds-on office talent show winner By David Marchese
This brave soul dusts off his best Bono impression to celebrate a corporate partnership. Is it real, or a viral spoof? (11/09/2006)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Lucky Ducky meets the liberal media. Gotcha! (11/09/2006)

Is it dangerous for a woman to wear party clothes on a bus at night? By Cary Tennis
My friend's boyfriend doesn't want her riding city transit in going-out clothes. Is he abusive and controlling? Or just protective? (11/09/2006)

Partial-B.S. abortion ban Carol Lloyd
The gory pageantry of the Supreme Court's hearing on the federal Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act. (11/09/2006)

Winey play dates Carol Lloyd
News flash! Some mothers are indulging in a glass of wine -- get this -- in front of their children! (11/09/2006)

What else we're reading Carol Lloyd
Face lifts, depressed babies, gay politicians and more! (11/09/2006)

Hatching a plan Carol Lloyd
Anonymous baby hatches save the lives of unwanted infants -- but what about those infants' desperate mothers? (11/09/2006)

Rumsfeld's thumpin' By Mark Benjamin and Michael Scherer
Swelling dissent within the military establishment -- and Tuesday's rebuke by voters -- was the one-two punch that ended the secretary's career. (11/09/2006)

Bush's presidential quagmire By Walter Shapiro
Donald Rumsfeld's discharge continues a shake-up begun months ago -- and marks a major power shift in the White House. But is it too late for Bush to salvage his presidency? (11/09/2006)

One more word from Allen, and the Democrats take the Senate Tim Grieve
The Associated Press says Jim Webb has won Virginia and Democrats have won the Senate. George Allen could concede today. (11/09/2006)

The "thumpin'," unspun Tim Grieve
What happened Tuesday wasn't some sort of unavoidable sixth-year itch. (11/09/2006)

Reports: Allen to concede Virginia Senate race Tim Grieve
The Democrats will take control. (11/09/2006)

What does a Democratic Senate mean for the Supreme Court? Tim Grieve
A sobering reminder: Democrats controlled the Senate when Clarence Thomas was confirmed in 1991. (11/09/2006)

Allen concedes defeat in Virginia Katharine Mieszkowski
Democrats take control of the Senate. (11/09/2006)

AP: Burns concedes to Tester in Montana Katharine Mieszkowski
And then there was one. (11/09/2006)

A party today, then the work ahead Tim Grieve
The Democrats celebrate Senate control. (11/09/2006)

Rumsfeld, revisited Tim Grieve
Orrin Hatch declares "mission accomplished" in Afghanistan. (11/09/2006)

The Senate is set, but some House races are still undecided Tim Grieve
Another Florida in Florida and unsettled contests in Ohio, New Mexico and beyond. (11/09/2006)

Quote of the Day Tim Grieve
The Rev. Lou Sheldon on the U.S. elections: "No one was killed." (11/09/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
On Election Day, billionaire team owners looking for taxpayer handouts had it just as rough as the GOP. (11/09/2006)

Hail Macaca! Andrew Leonard
Welcome to America, George Allen, and remember: "Don't f--- with Indians." (11/09/2006)

Shades of the reconquista Andrew Leonard
Hispanics vote for Democrats, and immigration hard-liners lose. (11/09/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Britney files for divorce. The "real" Borat wants credit, money. Plus: Faith Hill says it was all a joke. (11/08/2006)

Daily Download: "Brittle Britches," Quien es, BOOM!
Deliciously intricate sounds with a (surprise!) vocalist. (11/08/2006)

Fox: Just "a standard election" By Andrew O'Hehir
Fox News' talking heads comb desperately through the night's rubble and ashes in search of a blackened emblem of symbolic victory. (11/08/2006)

"It's Chinese or something" By Kerry Lauerman
Chris Matthews' odd late-night outburst about Hillary Clinton. (11/08/2006)

Bush: I lied. Wait, no I didn't! By Kerry Lauerman
During a testy press conference, the president admits fibbing to reporters. Or does he? We record -- you decide! (11/08/2006)

"Curses" By Douglas Wolk
Kevin Huizenga's excellent debut follows Everyman Glenn Ganges as he navigates marriage, newborn babies -- and feathered ogres. (11/08/2006)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
Skateboarding is hip-hop. You can't tell me no different. (11/08/2006)

I want to carry a child for my sister By Cary Tennis
My husband is dead set against it, but I feel compelled to be a surrogate mother. (11/08/2006)

Female arousal and male contraception Adrienne So
When it comes to scientific sex research, these days everything's going our way. (11/08/2006)

Booyah, South Dakota! Tracy Clark-Flory
The sweeping South Dakota abortion ban is defeated. (11/08/2006)

Most. Women. Leaders. Ever! Katharine Mieszkowski
Still more reasons for American women to celebrate today. (11/08/2006)

Elections coverage is fattening Tracy Clark-Flory
Do female anchors avoid the campaign trail because they're watching their figures? (11/08/2006)

With liberty and Plan B for all Adrienne So
A federal judge rules that a reproductive-rights group can subpoena the White House. (11/08/2006)

Curtains for Pelosi? Page Rockwell
The first female speaker of the House receives decorating tips, fashion commentary. (11/08/2006)

"The Democrats are ready to lead" By Michael Scherer
Save the debate about committee chairs for tomorrow. Nancy Pelosi's set to be the first woman House speaker, and Democrats just wanted to enjoy it. (11/08/2006)

Allen's last gasps By Scott Bass
George Allen's defeat in Virginia won't be official until the last votes are recounted -- but win or lose, he has been beaten to a shell of his good ol' boy self. (11/08/2006)

Dirty tactics fail in Missouri By Dave Drebes
Claire McCaskill takes the Senate seat, proving that Republican smear campaigns don't always work in the Show-Me State. (11/08/2006)

Answered prayers? By Lauren Sandler
The base turned out for the GOP candidate -- and against gay marriage -- in Haggard's home turf, but the mood was blue. (11/08/2006)

Morning in Montana By Thomas Goltz
After a long night, big Jon Tester claims victory and delivers the U.S. Senate to the Democrats. (11/08/2006)

Pennsylvania's extreme makeover By Rebecca Traister
If the voting patterns of Philly's northeast suburbs are as reliable a predictor as usual, disgust with Iraq and Bush turned red states blue. (11/08/2006)

A new contract with America By Walter Shapiro
GOP corruption and an unpopular war bring an end to Republican domination in Washington -- and leave President Bush answering to a new Democratic majority. (11/08/2006)

Fall of the house of kitsch By Sidney Blumenthal
Like Haggard and other GOP cultural warriors, Bush, Cheney and Rumsfeld were empty historical characters -- faux "war heroes" who trafficked in style over substance. (11/08/2006)

What now? By Salon staff
Paglia, Keillor, Conason, Pollitt, Smiley and more! Reactions to the elections, and what we should take from them. (11/08/2006)

Living on hope By Garrison Keillor
An influx of inspired Democrats and a smart, well-spoken woman for speaker could be just what the doctor ordered. (11/08/2006)

Talent concedes Missouri Page Rockwell
Democrat Claire McCaskill nets a surprising victory in the state's Senate race. (11/08/2006)

Democrats on the edge of Senate control Tim Grieve
It's not over until it's over, but it's almost over. (11/08/2006)

Razor-thin still cuts it Scott Rosenberg
A Democratic victory in both houses by even small margins would be a big deal, however the opposition might spin it. (11/08/2006)

Matthews on Hillary: Good point, then a weird point King Kaufman
MSNBC host offers sound advice, calls her "Chinese." (11/08/2006)

Where things stand Tim Grieve
Democrats have declared victory in five Senate races, and they lead in the sixth they need for control. (11/08/2006)

An olive branch or a stick in the eye? Tim Grieve
What will "bipartisanship" mean to George W. Bush now? (11/08/2006)

The morning after: Righty bloggers react King Kaufman
"The American electorate just took the Republicans to the woodshed." (11/08/2006)

The curse of Bush Tim Grieve
The president hit the campaign trail hard. A lot of Republican candidates may be wishing he hadn't. (11/08/2006)

The morning after: The GOP reacts King Kaufman
The message is: We have to get back to core principles. (11/08/2006)

Democrats: We won. Republicans: Wait Tim Grieve
The state of play in Montana and Virginia. (11/08/2006)

Pelosi's first press conference Tim Grieve
The speaker-to-be says she's ready for a "conversation" with Bush about Iraq -- and that firing Rumsfeld would be a good way to start it. (11/08/2006)

AP: Tester wins Montana Tim Grieve
Democrats assured of at least a 50-50 Senate; Virginia will determine the final outcome. (11/08/2006)

Rumsfeld resigns Tim Grieve
In the wake of elections, the secretary of defense plans to step down immediately. (11/08/2006)

The Dems' other big win King Kaufman
The new governorship majority will come in handy in '08. (11/08/2006)

Bush on the vote: "A thumpin'" Tim Grieve
President says defeat not a message about Iraq. (11/08/2006)

"A different face on an old policy"? Tim Grieve
Will Bob Gates bring a course correction in Iraq, or maintain the status quo? (11/08/2006)

Why the Republicans lost (according to the Republicans) Tim Grieve
The NRCC says it was all sorts of things, but the war doesn't seem to have been one of them. (11/08/2006)

Detainees' lawyers want Rumsfeld tried for war crimes Tim Grieve
They say they'll file a new case next week in Germany. (11/08/2006)

A question of timing Tim Grieve
Would Republican have done better if Rumsfeld had been sent packing sooner? (11/08/2006)

Pryce to step down from Republican House leadership Alex Koppelman
At a "victory" press conference, the veteran congresswoman admits the day is bittersweet. (11/08/2006)

Rumsfeld to voters: You just don't understand Tim Grieve
As he bids farewell, the secretary of defense suggests that his critics don't see what he sees. (11/08/2006)

"This is not the end of the Ohio Republican Party" Alex Koppelman
In 2004's key swing state, Republicans held some ground Tuesday, but nearly everyone agrees it was a dark night for Ohio Republicans. (11/08/2006)

They're still fair and balanced Tim Grieve
Will Bush's critics ever be happy? (11/08/2006)

Dow (hearts) gridlock Katharine Mieszkowski
The key stock index closes at a new record high. (11/08/2006)

Allen campaign death watch Katharine Mieszkowski
Will Republicans soon start pressuring him to concede too? (11/08/2006)

No longer barred from voting Katharine Mieszkowski
Felony probationers and parolees win the vote in Rhode Island. (11/08/2006)

AP calls Senate race in Virginia for Webb Katharine Mieszkowski
The news service reports that Democrats have taken control of the Senate. (11/08/2006)

The meaning of Pombo Andrew Leonard
It's morning in America for environmentalists. Let the sun shine in. (11/08/2006)

History and Heath Shuler Andrew Leonard
Pundit poppycock: The "rise" of the socially conservative Democrat. (11/08/2006)

Daily Download: "Return of the Native," Early Day Miners
The perfect rainy-day-nap download. (11/07/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Faith Hill's live TV faux pas. Judge tosses Britney sex-tape suit. Plus: Snoop Dogg arrested. (11/07/2006)

An Election Day message By Kerry Lauerman
Today's youth on the issues important to them. Kind of. (11/07/2006)

Elections 2006: The 10 best political ads By Kerry Lauerman
Early Lamont, later Lieberman and one smart Fox. (11/07/2006)

Fed up By David Marchese
Just before Britney filed for divorce, Kevin Federline talked to Salon about how he "would've probably blown up huge by now" if he had never married, and why her fans would rather she was with an "all-American boy." (11/08/2006)

Election 2006: The 10 worst political ads By Kerry Lauerman
The race card, the rape card and lots of tearful mea culpas. (11/07/2006)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Fish tale (11/07/2006)

My brother won't take responsibility for himself By Cary Tennis
He's delivering pizzas and we've got money -- but he's always begging for more. (11/07/2006)

Two hundred buck chuck By Stephen Yafa
Wealthy wine collectors will empty their pockets for some of California's most sought-after cabernets. But are hype and clever marketing all that distinguish a $500 wine from a $25 one? (11/07/2006)

Muslim misogyny met by feminist "jihad"? Tracy Clark-Flory
A push toward Muslim extremism is greeted with talk of women's empowerment and, yep, feminism. (11/07/2006)

The pastor's wife made him do it Lauren Sandler
Pastor tells flock that Haggard had gay sex because his wife let herself go. (11/07/2006)

A case for parental notification Adrienne So
Why I'm voting for California Proposition 85. (11/07/2006)

What else we're reading: Election edition Tracy Clark-Flory
Some of our least favorite politicos are going down. And soon enough the first female speaker of the House will be sworn in. (11/08/2006)

After the fall By Lauren Sandler
Will the Haggard scandal usher in a new age of Christian tolerance or increase the religious right's homophobia? (11/07/2006)

The lonely little party By Mark Benjamin
At GOP headquarters in Washington, Ken Mehlman & Co. go from glum to grim as the Dems take the House. (11/08/2006)

How to watch the elections By Walter Shapiro
The early races to look for, what those exit polls really mean -- and how you'll know whether the Democrats will clean House. (11/07/2006)

Will the real America please stand up? By Gary Kamiya
Ever since Bush was reelected, it's felt like someone switched countries on us when we weren't looking. On Tuesday, we have the chance to start taking it back. (11/07/2006)

In Montana, maybe it will be Tester time after all Tim Grieve
Internal polling of early voters reportedly gives the Democrat a big lead over GOP Sen. Conrad Burns. (11/07/2006)

Associated Press: Voting machines are wreaking "havoc" already Tim Grieve
Problems reported in Ohio, Indiana and Florida. (11/07/2006)

Court says no to voter I.D.; poll worker demands one anyway Tim Grieve
Poll worker demands a photo I.D. from the secretary of state anyway. So what's happening to everybody else? (11/07/2006)

The law of averages, Diebold style Tim Grieve
"We got five machines. One of them's got to work." (11/07/2006)

Playing the expectations game Tim Grieve
The Times' Adam Nagourney goes first: Democrats lose no matter what happens tonight. (11/07/2006)

FBI investigates vote-suppression charges in Virginia Tim Grieve
Democratic voters say they're getting calls telling them -- falsely -- that their polling places have changed. (11/07/2006)

Strike another blow for voter I.D. requirements Tim Grieve
South Carolina's Republican governor is turned away at the polling place. (11/07/2006)

Maybe voting machines are "cowards," too Tim Grieve
Rep. Jean Schmidt tries to vote. An optical scanner won't take her ballot. (11/07/2006)

Campaigns allege vandalism in New Jersey, Colorado Tim Grieve
Republicans claim vandals locked them out of their offices. Democrats cite death threat, skunk smell. (11/07/2006)

Emergency alert: Vote Republican Tim Grieve
The station that gave birth to Rush Limbaugh's radio show jams 17 others with a Republican advertisement. (11/07/2006)

Rove: Iraq matters, at least to those crazy kids Tim Grieve
The president's political advisor says young people won't vote Republican because they "most keenly feel war." (11/07/2006)

See how they run Tim Grieve
On Election Day, Rick Santorum declares that he's not a "conservative ideologue." (11/07/2006)

Colorado Springs: A dead soldier, a fallen idol and a skunk Lauren Sandler
Vandalism and death threats in a deadlocked battle for the House. (11/07/2006)

A quiet day for the president Tim Grieve
No public comments, no more "hypotheticals." (11/07/2006)

Election Day on Fox: Threats from terrorists and the transgendered Tim Grieve
"Just because you wear a brassiere doesn't mean that you're a woman." (11/07/2006)

Touch-screen voting glitches in Florida Katharine Mieszkowski
EFF requests extension of voting hours after some voters couldn't cast ballots for three and a half hours. (11/07/2006)

Pennsylvania: Faulty machines, closed polls in black neighborhoods Rebecca Traister
Problems for black voters in Pittsburgh. (11/07/2006)

GOP claims voting problems in Ohio. Is it a concession? Alex Koppelman and Tim Grieve
Democrats see "sporadic" problems nationally but say they're mostly being resolved. (11/07/2006)

Hewitt: Santorum's going to need lots of lawyers! Alex Koppelman
Blogger and GOP mouthpiece Hugh Hewitt spends the afternoon wringing his hands about voter fraud. (11/07/2006)

Emanuel's superstitions, Schumer's faith Michael Scherer
In Washington, the Democratic leadership reads the tea leaves in the final hours of Election Day 2006. (11/07/2006)

Will high turnout help Democrats? Tim Grieve
Republicans worry in Maryland as CNN projects "historic" turnout in Virginia. (11/07/2006)

Exit polls: All politics aren't local Tim Grieve
CNN says 2006 looks like a national referendum, and that's bad news for the party in power. (11/07/2006)

The GOP's apprentice in Pennsylvania's 13th Rebecca Traister
You'd think this would be as important a race as any to the GOP. You'd be wrong. (11/07/2006)

More exit polls, more bad news for the GOP Tim Grieve
Nearly 60 percent of voters disapprove of Bush and the war in Iraq. (11/07/2006)

For the GOP, it's fraud, not festivities Mark Benjamin
Republicans in Washington aren't looking ready to party hard tonight. (11/07/2006)

Exit polls? A big night for Democrats, if you think they're real Tim Grieve
We've been down this road before. (11/07/2006)

Dirty family politics in Tennessee Jackson Baker
Harold Ford's father and his not-so-Democratic "Democratic ballot." (11/07/2006)

"This gay stuff has gotta stop" Lauren Sandler
At the Rev. Ted Haggard's polling place, his congregants turn out to back a gay-marriage ban. (11/07/2006)

Big turnout in Virginia? Michael Scherer
The Webb campaign expresses confidence, suggesting today has brought the highest voter turnout in the state since 1994. (11/07/2006)

Cat bites voting machine Katharine Mieszkowski
A voter uses a paperweight to express his feelings about touch-screen voting, and a poll worker uses his hands to express his feelings about voters. (11/07/2006)

Exit polls: An interpretation and a caveat Tim Grieve
A "big Democratic night," or just more skewed polls? (11/07/2006)

High turnout in Missouri makes Democrats sweat Dave Drebes
Two years ago, a gay marriage ban helped a Republican win the governorship. Will Republicans benefit from a stem cell amendment this year? (11/07/2006)

"Burns is the devil we know" Thomas Goltz
Taking the pulse of small-town Montana at the polls. (11/07/2006)

First reports from the "coal mine" Tim Grieve
Early results from Kentucky and Indiana. (11/07/2006)

In Ohio, the end of the road for Ken Blackwell Tim Grieve
CNN says Demoocrat Ted Strickland will win the governor's race. (11/07/2006)

Virginia: First results give Webb small lead Tim Grieve
Democratic challenger seeks to defeat Republican Sen. George Allen. (11/07/2006)

A late night in Pennsylvania Rebecca Traister
State denies that it's a messy election, while some polls stay open late. (11/07/2006)

Virginia Senate: Welcome to the back-and-forth Tim Grieve
It's going to be a long night. (11/07/2006)

A wave in the "coal mine"? Tim Grieve
Democrats lead in three bellwether Indiana districts. (11/07/2006)

Ohio polls open late Walter Shapiro
A judge orders precincts in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, be kept open. (11/07/2006)

In the Senate, two contested races go to the Democrats Tim Grieve
Menendez projected to win in New Jersey; Santorum heads for defeat in Pennyslvania. (11/07/2006)

In Ohio, another Senate pickup for the Democrats Tim Grieve
Sherrod Brown is projected to beat Mike DeWine. (11/07/2006)

The Foley effect? A close race in Florida, so far Tim Grieve
Foley's GOP replacement is in a neck-and-neck fight with Democrat Tim Mahoney. (11/08/2006)

In Connecticut, CNN calls it for Lieberman Tim Grieve
Republican voters help Lieberman defeat Democratic candidate Ned Lamont. (11/08/2006)

In Maryland, a win on defense for the Democrats Tim Grieve
CNN says Ben Cardin will beat Michael Steele. (11/08/2006)

Rhode Island: CNN says it's another pickup for Democrats Tim Grieve
Sheldon Whitehouse projected to beat Sen. Lincoln Chafee. (11/08/2006)

Once more into the coal mine Tim Grieve
A Republican pollster said the GOP would be in trouble if it lost three Republican-controlled seats in Indiana and Kentucky. It just did. (11/08/2006)

Republicans are getting wet, but it's not a wave yet Tim Grieve
Democrats take seats from Republicans in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennyslvania and beyond. (11/08/2006)

In a nail-biter, Allen leads Webb, barely Tim Grieve
With more than 90 percent of the precincts counted, the Republican leads by less than one percentage point. (11/08/2006)

A "disappointing" night for Republicans Tim Grieve
"Many of our voters have come to believe that we value power over principle." (11/08/2006)

A key defeat in Kentucky Mark Schone
According to Rep. Tom Reynolds, the GOP lost a bellwether House race. (11/08/2006)

A recount in Virginia? Tim Grieve
If Allen and Webb finish within a percentage point of one another, we may not have an answer tonight. (11/08/2006)

Network projections: Democrats will take the House Tim Grieve
The Democrats get the 15 pick-ups they need to take control (11/08/2006)

Montana cops for Tester Thomas Goltz
Inside Tester HQ in Great Falls, popular Democratic Governor Brian Schweitzer explains why it's not just the firefighters backing Tester. (11/08/2006)

Maybe no one could have predicted it Tim Grieve
The Republicans will downplay the Democrats' House victory, but remember: Until tonight, they said it wouldn't happen (11/08/2006)

With Virginia tight, eyes turn to Montana, Missouri and Maryland Tim Grieve
Talent leads McCaskill; Corker leads Ford; Tester leads Burns. And a question about Maryland. (11/08/2006)

CNN: South Dakota abortion ban going down Katharine Mieszkowski
Challenge to Roe v. Wade is headed for defeat. (11/08/2006)

Can the Dems still take the Senate? Tim Grieve
Maybe -- but they have to win Montana, Missouri and Virginia. (11/08/2006)

Webb: "The votes are in, and we won" Tim Grieve
The Democratic challenger leads Virginia Sen. George Allen by 1,800 votes. (11/08/2006)

In Missouri, McCaskill takes a lead Tim Grieve
Another nail-biter: She's up by less than one percentage point with 80 percent of the votes counted. (11/08/2006)

The Dems do a victory lap Tim Grieve
Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi and Howard Dean on tonight's results. (11/08/2006)

Schumer sees the Senate going Dem Tim Grieve and Michael Scherer
The DSCC chair says Virginia, Missouri and Montana will go blue. (11/08/2006)

The Hillary factor Sarah Karnasiewicz
At Hillary Clinton's victory party, the one thing on everyone's mind, of course, was 2008. (11/08/2006)

In DeLay country, the pendulum swings Tim Grieve
Democrat Nick Lampson is favored to win in Sugar Land, Texas. (11/08/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
Election Day voter's guide: Here are some of the important issues on which you should make your voice heard. (11/07/2006)

A primer on inequality Andrew Leonard
Haven't voted yet? Read this speech by a worried central banker (11/07/2006)

In Geneva, another election Andrew Leonard
Big Pharma and Bush hacks are watching as the World Health Organization picks a new leader. (11/07/2006)

A song for Ted Haggard Andrew Leonard
While you wait for returns, here's some election night music to tap your toes to (11/07/2006)

Daily Download: "Crazy for Leaving," Catfish Haven
A sweet cut of blues-infused indie rock. (11/06/2006)

Our first finalist -- and a new faceoff
Rollicking soul vs. a punky indie romp. (11/06/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
McCartney "sad" but "optimistic." Crowe blasts U.S. legal system. Plus: "Borat," big hit! (11/06/2006)

Chevy Chase does Mel -- or is it Borat? By Kerry Lauerman
"Law & Order" rips a Mad Mel moment from the headlines. (11/06/2006)

Destination: Russia By Ken Kalfus
Alienation, the struggle for a decent life, really bad weather -- the universal themes of this vast nation's literature make us all feel Russian at one point or another. (11/06/2006)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
Revealed: Prominent Republicans are actually demons in human form! (11/06/2006)

The people vs. Courtney Love By Lisa Levy
Courtney Love -- rock star, publicity whore, feminist -- has scrapbooked her life in the spotlight. Has the self-proclaimed fame junkie lasted past her expiration date? (11/06/2006)

Is lunch a date? By Cary Tennis
A guy in my graduate program asked me to lunch, but I've got a boyfriend. Should I ask if it's a date? (11/06/2006)

Anglican unrest Page Rockwell
Can the American Episcopal Church tolerate change, or will issues like same-sex marriage and a new female leader cause a schism? (11/06/2006)

Pissed off about Iraq? Blame the women Page Rockwell
American Enterprise Institute scholar Michael Ledeen says Bush's female advisors are running the show. (11/06/2006)

A scarlet letter for sex offenders? Katharine Mieszkowski
Judge orders man to wear T-shirt decreeing "I am a registered sex offender." (11/06/2006)

Investigating Bill O'Reilly Katharine Mieszkowski
Abortion providers, attacked on Fox News for "executing babies," strike back. (11/06/2006)

Tackling "partial birth" abortion Page Rockwell
When it comes to late-term abortions, Congress doesn't care about maternal health. Will the Supreme Court? (11/06/2006)

Photo finish in Arizona By Art Levine
Democrats have a shot at a Senate seat and several House races, but a new voter I.D. law could keep many of their supporters from voting. (11/06/2006)

The Scandal Sheet By Mark Follman and Tracy Clark-Flory
Don't just read it and weep -- pin it on your wall, fax it to Nancy Pelosi. A dozen reasons to throw the bums out of Washington. (11/06/2006)

"Jesus didn't smoke no weeds!" By Debra J. Dickerson
I tried to persuade my Bush-hating, Baptist mother to vote to legalize marijuana in Nevada -- but she wouldn't believe her Savior was cool with pot. (11/06/2006)

Can the Democrats stay afloat? By Walter Shapiro
Although local and state polls still look gloomy for the GOP, two national surveys say the race is tightening. (11/06/2006)

An inevitable tightening or a cause for panic? Tim Grieve
Three new polls show Republicans closing the gap on Democrats. Three other polls don't. (11/06/2006)

Are deceptive robo-calls helping Republicans turn the tide? Tim Grieve
The GOP bombards voters with calls but manages to leave voters thinking that Democrats are to blame. (11/06/2006)

Another question about the timing of Saddam's sentencing Tim Grieve
If U.S. politics weren't a factor, why was the announcement made before the tribunal was ready with its explanation? (11/06/2006)

Tightening race? Not in these polls Tim Grieve
Countering three other polls, CNN and Fox polls say the Democrats' lead is growing. (11/06/2006)

As election nears, Dick Cheney still has "other priorities" Tim Grieve
The vice president abandons campaigning for his first hunting trip since he shot Harry Whittington. (11/06/2006)

About those exit polls Tim Grieve
The RNC wants you to know that they're not accurate. (11/06/2006)

Momentum for momentum's sake? Tim Grieve
The RNC needs to sound bullish, but it's still looking like a bad day for the GOP. (11/06/2006)

For Bush, a public snub on election eve Tim Grieve
The president campaigns in Florida for Charlie Crist, who suddenly finds a need to be somewhere else. (11/06/2006)

Generic matchups vs. the real ones Tim Grieve
A new Democracy Corps analysis gives Democrats a relatively stable five-point lead in competitive Republican districts. (11/06/2006)

A nation at war? Somebody tell the recruiters Tim Grieve
Bush uses the W-word 15 times in a speech today, but some Army recruiters are telling applicants that Iraq is old news. (11/06/2006)

An elective war, then some elective surgery? Tim Grieve
A "prominent Republican" tells Bob Novak that Bush would have done the Republicans a favor if he had disappeared around Labor Day. (11/06/2006)

Ohio 2004: Was it Kerry's fault? Alex Koppelman
Ohio Democrats say Kerry's strategy was what ultimately lost him the state to Bush. (11/06/2006)

Meanwhile in Iraq, or why Tuesday matters Tim Grieve
"Bush didn't give us democracy; he gave us more new ways to be killed." (11/06/2006)

Someone is going to look silly Tuesday night Tim Grieve
Four political analysts predict Democratic gains. Then there's Tony Snow. (11/07/2006)

Democrats demand robo-call probes Tim Grieve
Democratic representatives ask Justice, FCC, FEC to investigate misleading and harassing calls. (11/07/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
That crazy finish in Washington was just par for the NFL 2006 course. Plus: Did the Colts beat the Pats with defense? (11/06/2006)

Corn, globalization and an election in Iowa Andrew Leonard
The price of corn is rising in the Midwest. So is globalization bashing. (11/06/2006)

Familiarity breeds a lack of contempt Andrew Leonard
Illegal immigrants: A big issue where there aren't any. (11/06/2006)

Viva Sandinista! Andrew Leonard
Meet the new Nicaraguan president. Same as the old one. (11/06/2006)

Sancho Panza for senator! Andrew Leonard
Windmills dot the political commercial landscape. (11/06/2006)

W. rocks the vote By Michael Scherer
As the midterms loom, an unpopular president hops around the country from one deep-red enclave to another, trying to rally the GOP faithful. (11/05/2006)

Obama on tour By Rebecca Traister
On the stump in Philly, the could-be presidential contender outshines other Democratic stars and wows the crowd. (11/05/2006)

"I'm guilty of sexual immorality," Haggard tells his flock By Lauren Sandler
At New Life Church a tearful congregation hears from its fallen minister, and recommits itself to battling the enemy with prayer and political fervor. (11/05/2006)

The Democrats' best slogan: "Bush lost the war" By Bill Maher
He also lowered Paris Hilton's taxes and botched the job of finding Osama. A few last talking points to help the party win back Congress. (11/05/2006)

Saddam Hussein is sentenced to death. Is it a lifeline for the GOP? Tim Grieve
Is the sentence a sign of progress or just another reminder of an unpopular and unnecessary war? (11/05/2006)

Where things stand Tim Grieve
Democrats appear poised for victory in the House, but late changes in Senate races make the hill seem steeper there. (11/05/2006)

Cheney on Iraq: "Full speed ahead," no matter what the voters say Tim Grieve
"The president has made clear what his objective is." (11/05/2006)

Herding the flock through troubled waters Alex Koppelman
An influential pastor in Ohio takes his best pre-election shot at rallying the faithful behind the wayward GOP. (11/05/2006)

The other quagmire Mark Follman
A new CIA assessment makes clear that Afghanistan is sliding into an abyss on Bush's watch, too. (11/05/2006)

Pew poll: GOP cuts Dems' lead Joan Walsh
Likely voters still favor Democrats, but the edge narrows after a week marked by John Kerry's gaffe and a slight Bush rebound. (11/05/2006)

The rape card By Kerry Lauerman
One of the most repulsive campaign ads we've ever seen. (11/04/2006)

Class act By Rebecca Traister
A silly, sudsy soap opera? Sure, but ABC's hit show "Ugly Betty" -- with its bracing look at class, ethnicity and economic disparity -- is also seriously subversive TV. (11/04/2006)

Kinky and Grandma battle for third By Rob Patterson
He wanted to be Texas' answer to Jesse Ventura. But as a colorful gubernatorial race wraps up, Kinky Friedman pins his hopes on the kinds of voters who don't answer polls. (11/04/2006)

Abortion foes' dirty tactics By Katharine Mieszkowski
Advocates of a California "parental notification" bill accuse Planned Parenthood of protecting sexual predators instead of teen girls. But who is really breaking the law? (11/04/2006)

A November surprise from within? Military newspapers say: Fire Rumsfeld Tim Grieve
"His strategy has failed, and his ability to lead is compromised." (11/04/2006)

Cheney: Damn the torpedoes (and the public, too) Tim Grieve
The vice president says it doesn't matter if the war in Iraq is unpopular with voters. (11/04/2006)

Bad week for Kerry(s) By Kerry Lauerman
An attack ad backfires -- a weary public rejoices! (11/04/2006)

Poll: Republicans (and Bush) in trouble By Kerry Lauerman
A Newsweek poll shows GOP support continuing to tumble as Election Day nears. (11/04/2006)

Ney's resignation comes "seven weeks too late" Alex Koppelman
Even on his way out, Bob Ney finds a way to hurt Ohio Republicans' already slim chances. (11/04/2006)

The Weekly Standard sees doom ahead Alex Koppelman
The conservative magazine comes through with its election predictions -- and they're not pretty. (11/04/2006)

Frum: Vanity Fair "dishonest," "deceptive" Alex Koppelman
The former Bush speechwriter says he's not "remorseful" about Iraq, despite what Vanity Fair says. (11/04/2006)

Fox News reveals state secrets Alex Koppelman
As the government argues in court that terror suspects should not be allowed to discuss the interrogation techniques used on them, Fox News waterboards its own reporter. (11/04/2006)

Ted Haggard resigns Alex Koppelman
The embattled evangelical leader resigns under the cloud of sexual scandal. (11/04/2006)

Exclusive Daily Download: "Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair," Patty Waters
An exclusive free download from Patty Waters' debut album (11/03/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Cruise takes over United Artists. Pitt and Jolie under al-Qaida threat? Plus: Madonna mulls more adoptions. (11/03/2006)

Song Search celebrity judge
Rob Thomas makes his Song Search pick! (11/03/2006)

"Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation" By Stephanie Zacharek
Sacha Baron Cohen gives us one of the funniest and most pointed satires in years -- and also one of the most complex. (11/03/2006)

It's Borat day! By Kerry Lauerman
Tune in as we explore the Kazakh phenom. First up: An early proto-Borat? (11/03/2006)

Borat day: "Throw the Jew Down the Well" By Kerry Lauerman
The most controversial of the Kazakh's U.S. appearances. (11/03/2006)

Borat day: "I am not sick" By Kerry Lauerman
A scene from "Borat" left on the cutting room floor. (11/03/2006)

Borat day: Christo mighty! By Kerry Lauerman
The man who would be Borat first came from Albania, and had a different name. (11/03/2006)

Borat day: American sweethearts By Kerry Lauerman
More scenes cut from "Borat" that make us proud to be American. (11/03/2006)

Borat day: The P.R. By Kerry Lauerman
Nearly eclipsing "Borat" the movie has been Borat, the publicity machine. (11/03/2006)

Everything sucks. Plus I'm a legal secretary! By Cary Tennis
People say I should go to college, but that's impossible. (11/03/2006)

Tell all your girlfriends to vote for me! Melissa Lafsky
Virginia Senate candidates clumsily vie for female votes. (11/03/2006)

Spread the love Melissa Lafsky
A new study shows that female promiscuity can lead to healthier offspring. (11/03/2006)

Where have all the booties gone? Melissa Lafsky
Celebrity culture seems to have abandoned the "healthy butt" trend. (11/03/2006)

Three cheers for Internet porn Melissa Lafsky
Economists show that the rise in Web pornography leads to fewer rapes. (11/03/2006)

What else we're reading Melissa Lafsky
Gang rape victim gets 90 lashes, and more. (11/03/2006)

The GOP's dwindling anti-gay parade By Michael Scherer
Polls show Americans turning their backs on the divisive politics of homosexuality. Will hard-liners in the heartland, like Colorado's Marilyn Musgrave, be forced to follow? (11/03/2006)

The real insult to our troops: Bush By Joe Conason
Kerry's handling of his botched joke was pathetic -- but it can't match the president's lethal stupidity in his handling of the Iraq war. (11/03/2006)

It's the war, stupid By Joan Walsh
GOP pundits claim the Democrats are in "disarray" and would be adrift if they take back Congress. But polls show their likely victory is because they stand for something -- change in Iraq. (11/03/2006)

Remember gay marriage? Tim Grieve
It's low on the list of voters' priorities. (11/03/2006)

A convicted Abu Ghraib dog handler heads back to Iraq Tim Grieve
His unit will train Iraqi police. (11/03/2006)

Evangelical leader reportedly admits to some of prostitute's allegations Tim Grieve
The Rev. Ted Haggard said initially that he'd never had homosexual sex with anyone. (11/03/2006)

Coincidence, karma or just the usual liberal media bias? Tim Grieve
The president had a very bad day. (11/03/2006)

No, really, tell us about "the stakes" again Tim Grieve
In an effort to prove Saddam Hussein had WMD, the Bush administration provides a public primer on how to build an atomic bomb. (11/03/2006)

Follow the money Tim Grieve
As if by magic, federal storm aid arrives just in time for a presidential visit. (11/03/2006)

Iraq? It's not my problem Tim Grieve
A Republican leader says she shouldn't be held responsible. GOP House members ensure that no one else is, either. (11/03/2006)

Better late than never Tim Grieve
The Pentagon figures out that it "wouldn't be prudent" to send a convicted Abu Ghraib dog handler back for another tour in Iraq. (11/03/2006)

Conservatives: Who cares if we teach terrorists how to build nukes? Scott Rosenberg
A U.S. document dump online was supposed to help prove Saddam had WMD. Instead, it published bomb-making details to the world. (11/03/2006)

The vice president feels the love Tim Grieve
OK, so it's in Idaho, but you take it where you can get it -- and where it won't inspire anyone to vote against the GOP. (11/03/2006)

Haggard: Massage, meth but no gay sex Tim Grieve
The evangelical leader and White House confidant slides further down a slippery slope. (11/03/2006)

George W. Bush, Herbert Hoover and the curse of Elko Alex Koppelman
Bush is the second president ever to stop for a speech in Elko, Nev. The last one lost. (11/03/2006)

Timing is everything: Ney to resign from Congress today Tim Grieve
He collected more than $20,000 in salary after agreeing to plead guilty in Abramoff case. (11/03/2006)

Equality before God Lauren Sandler
The short-term and long-term fallout from the Haggard scandal. (11/03/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
NFL Week 9: You're suspended! Now get out there and sack the quarterback. (11/03/2006)

Short cuts
It may be National Novel Writing Month, but what's wrong with starting small? Table Talkers tackle the six-word challenge. (11/03/2006)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
There's no doubt that turbulence rattles the nerves of uneasy fliers, but is it dangerous? (11/03/2006)

Ming billionaires Andrew Leonard
Children of Chinese party officials are the new imperial clansmen. (11/03/2006)

The battle over biofuels Andrew Leonard
Is bioenergy the savior of the Global South? Or its doom? (11/03/2006)

Daily Download: "There Is a Path," Stuart Staples
A smoky track from Tindersticks frontman Stuart Staples (11/02/2006)

"Hacking Democracy" By Farhad Manjoo
On Tuesday, 40 percent of voters will cast ballots on electronic touch-screens. If you're not worried already about the dangers of paperless voting, this HBO documentary will blow your mind. (11/02/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Tales of a Borat victim. Holmes and Shields, best friends. Plus: Mark Foley's movie role. (11/02/2006)

Beyond the Multiplex By Andrew O'Hehir
A restored version of one of the best movies ever made, "Rules of the Game." Plus: A transsexual romance and a "Memento" rip-off. (11/02/2006)

Text message breakup By Kerry Lauerman
An uproarious new short by a leading online video auteur. (11/02/2006)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Larry Dodson's meteoric rise to the top of the art world continued! (11/02/2006)

My mom is mentally ill and it's tearing the family apart By Cary Tennis
How am I going to cope with this? (11/02/2006)

Divorce is sickening Carol Lloyd
If divorcing is more likely to make you sick, does that mean you should suck it up and stay married? (11/02/2006)

Bad religion Carol Lloyd
Fundamentalist Islam certainly has women problems -- but then, so does Christianity! (11/02/2006)

A veil is a veil is a veil. Or is it? Carol Lloyd
An Afghan girl band puts a fresh spin on the burqa. (11/02/2006)

What else we're reading Carol Lloyd
Emergency contraception, the video game. Plus kisses for Bob Herbert, dancing on tables in Beirut and more. (11/02/2006)

The antiwar GIs By Mark Benjamin
A new protest movement inside the military -- including active-duty soldiers back from Iraq -- is calling on Congress to end the war immediately. (11/02/2006)

Ohio's not-so-mean Jean Schmidt By Walter Shapiro
The congresswoman who called Jack Murtha a coward runs for her life against her own dragon-lady image. (11/02/2006)

Tell us again about "the stakes" Tim Grieve
More Americans think the risk of terrorist attack will increase if Republicans keep control of Congress. (11/02/2006)

Police probe Allen incident; questions linger over '70s court file Tim Grieve
A local police chief says his officers want to talk with Allen. A retired local sheriff says he doesn't remember any serious trouble. (11/02/2006)

He was against body counts before he was for them Tim Grieve
Different week, same president. (11/02/2006)

Senate update: Montana closing, Arizona in play? Tim Grieve
Another poll puts Webb ahead of Allen, Corker ahead of Ford. (11/02/2006)

Cheney's secrets: Safe until after the election Tim Grieve
Lawyers say release of the vice president's visitor logs "cannot be countenanced." (11/02/2006)

John Kerry, "media darling"? Tim Grieve
They see things differently on the right. (11/02/2006)

The president, the preacher and the prostitute Tim Grieve
Who is the Rev. Ted Haggard? (11/02/2006)

Three pundits agree: Democrats will take the House Tim Grieve
Rothenberg, Sabato and Cook predict that the GOP will lose between 20 and 40 seats. (11/02/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
You think luck isn't powerful? Behold: Knicks win in 3OT. Plus: The alterna-Gold Gloves. (11/02/2006)

Beware the inquisitional environmentalists Andrew Leonard
Climate skeptics erupt: Don't you dare attack Michael Crichton's award! (11/02/2006)

Nixon goes to China, the Linux version Andrew Leonard
Microsoft and Novell make a deal to support free software? (11/02/2006)

From silk to semiconductors Andrew Leonard
Lessons from the Kingdom of Ryukyu for free trade in East Asia (11/02/2006)

Daily Download: "Stadiums and Shrines II," Sunset Rubdown
The uncanny charisma of Sunset Rubdown -- a free download (11/01/2006)

Big shows on campus By Stephanie Zacharek
Can TV favorites like "The O.C." and "Veronica Mars" survive when their lead characters trade high school angst for college woes? (11/01/2006)

The Fix By Scott Lamb
Brad mad about pantless pic. Dowd talks to Stewart and Colbert. Plus: Reese dumped Ryan for cheating? (11/01/2006)

That unfortunate Kerry "joke" By Kerry Lauerman
The bungled line by John Kerry that launched a thousand Republican broadsides. (11/01/2006)

Kinchen sinks By Kerry Lauerman
The homophobic gaffe that sidelined an ESPN commentator. (11/01/2006)

Rough stuff on the Allen campaign By David Marchese
A heckler asking George Allen about sealed divorced records gets wrestled to the ground. (11/01/2006)

The knife life By Marisa Meltzer
In "Beauty Junkies," Alex Kuczynski's memoir-cum-exposé, teens get Botox, Navy SEALs get fake bullet wounds and face-lifts are the new feminism. (11/01/2006)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
Life's little victories! (11/01/2006)

Mind over matter By JC Hallman
It wasn't the promise of saving lives that kept me attending an EMT class, but my will to witness the mystery of life in a bifurcated head. (11/01/2006)

I'd like a man just three nights a week -- I've got a life of my own By Cary Tennis
I've been divorced for 10 years. I'm a single mom. I can't afford to just go crazy over a guy. (11/01/2006)

"Student Bodies," student selves Page Rockwell
A new online program hopes to prevent eating disorders among undergrads. But do Internet-based interventions stand a chance? (11/01/2006)

Around the world in 80 lays Page Rockwell
British researchers turn up some surprising findings in the first-ever global sex survey. (11/01/2006)

Is the backlash here yet? Page Rockwell
After overhyping the so-called opt-out revolution, media outlets are eager to prove no such revolution exists. (11/01/2006)

Mob attack on Egyptian women Tracy Clark-Flory
Women are reportedly assaulted during a Ramadan celebration in Cairo. (11/01/2006)

What else we're reading Page Rockwell
Explaining the mystery of SIDS, working moms dare to enjoy themselves, someone finds a new Sylvia Plath poem, and more. (11/01/2006)

With a movie star's help, the Democrats discover a wedge issue By Alex Koppelman
Michael J. Fox isn't the only one making pro-stem-cell research ads for Democrats -- and the numbers show the ads might be working (11/01/2006)

Confessions of an Ohio poll worker By Lucy Paul
I went through the training -- twice -- and I'm still confused. I hope I can figure it all out by Election Day because I'm a precinct judge. (11/01/2006)

Early retirement By Garrison Keillor
If Congress won't impeach Bush, maybe we can persuade him to swap the Oval Office for golf games and volunteer work. (11/01/2006)

It's Rove's midterm to lose By Sidney Blumenthal
His tactical successes have laid the groundwork for the GOP's strategic failure and could cost his party control of Congress. (11/01/2006)

Santorum's last stand? Blame Casey for Kerry comments Tim Grieve
Down by double digits in the polls, the Pennsylvania senator says his challenger has endorsed the "disparaging" of the troops. He hasn't. (11/01/2006)

Breakdown in Iraq, breakdown back home Tim Grieve
The Central Command says conditions are moving closer to "chaos" than to "peace." (11/01/2006)

Kerry cancels campaign appearances. Should Bush? Tim Grieve
As the president rallies the base, he also reminds Democrats and independents why they want a different path. (11/01/2006)

Kerry's words, Bush's war Tim Grieve
Will Americans fall for it again? (11/01/2006)

Limbaugh and Bush, or the call of the chicken hawk Tim Grieve
Limbaugh says Kerry has a "Vietnam-era mindset." How would he know? (11/01/2006)

Kerry apologizes, Hillary attacks Tim Grieve
As Kerry tries to put the story behind him, Clinton helps the GOP keep it alive. (11/01/2006)

Bush: Rumsfeld, Cheney, troops to stay Tim Grieve
If this isn't "stay the course," what is? (11/01/2006)

When will John Boehner apologize? Tim Grieve
The House majority leader suggests generals on the ground are to blame for the mess Bush and Rumsfeld have made in Iraq. (11/01/2006)

King Kaufman's Sports Daily
TNT shows boring ring ceremonies. That's not why it's so good at covering basketball. Not exactly. Plus: Greatest fans! (11/01/2006)

Imperial conference calls Andrew Leonard
Poetry for the age of globalization, a Thomas Friedman koan. (11/01/2006)

Tsunamis in the network Andrew Leonard
Hardware and high finance: The rhetoric of doubt (11/01/2006)

Biofuel neocolonialism? Andrew Leonard
Senegal wants to be part of a green OPEC. India and Brazil want to help. (11/01/2006)