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How Obama can succeed in the next 100 days and beyond
Robert Reich
His first 100 days has been a sprint. But the success of his second 100 days -- and his presidency -- hinges on a series of tough decisions.
China goes for the (non-Olympic) gold
Andrew Leonard
Goldbugs and currency speculators are excited by a Chinese announcement that it is increasing its reserves of the shiny yellow stuff. Should the U.S. be alarmed?
Dear blog commenters: Why do you hate America?
Alex Koppelman
In the Washington Times, Andrew Breitbart says liberals are mounting a Soviet-style disinformation campaign -- in the comment sections of conservative blogs.
The All-Withdrawal team
King Kaufman
Give me the guys who've pulled out and I can rule the World. Baseball Classic, that is.
No more “wars of choice”
Michael Lind
If the Democrats will stop trying to out-hawk the Republicans, the Obama administration can begin rebuilding America's economy and military -- and international image.
Gaza invasion: Powered by the U.S.
Robert Bryce
Taxpayers are spending over $1 billion to send refined fuel to the Israeli military -- at a time when Israel doesn't need it and America does.
The problem with cheap oil
Michael Klare
The price may fall still farther in 2009. Be careful what you wish for.
Committing war crimes for the “right reasons”
Glenn Greenwald
Those defending Bush officials by claiming they acted with good motives are invoking the same rationale used by every war criminal and aggressor.
Mumbai, the NYT’s revisionism, and lessons not learned
Glenn Greenwald
The Times' Editorial Page blames the Bush administration for "blessing" the military coup against Hugo Chavez without mentioning that it did the same. Why does that matter?
Cheap oil’s victims
Andrew Leonard
For Hugo Chavez, Vladimir Putin, and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, sub-$50 oil is a disaster. But don't cheer too loud
Seen one country, seen ’em all
King Kaufman
World Series notes: Fox can't tell Venezuela from Panama, Day 2. Plus: Philly's right-handed problem.
Tim McCarver’s flying start
King Kaufman
In Game 1, the Fox analyst reassigns a catcher's nationality and ducks a good question. Plus: Arguments, logos.
Sean Hannity, Robert Gibbs and anti-Semitism: How to go on Fox News
Glenn Greenwald
Over the weekend, Sean Hannity hosted a "documentary" on Obama in reliance on a notorious, deranged Jew hater -- a fact that an Obama spokesman puts to good use.
Why does nuclear power fly in France, but not in the U.S.?
Cyrus Farivar
Venezuela joins the nuclear power club.
Ain’t no wind in T. Boone Pickens’ sails
Joseph Romm
The oil tycoon's support of John McCain for president demonstrates that his heavily advertised plan for wind power is only hot air.
What’s up with black names, anyway?
David Zax
From Tayshaun to Rau'shee, Olympic athletes have been a reminder of distinctive African-American names. Before you poke fun, here's a history lesson.
Putin’s war enablers: Bush and Cheney
Juan Cole
Russia's escalating war on Georgia reveals the consequences of the Bush administration's long assault on the international rule of law.
Why Exxon desperately wants more offshore drilling
Andrew Leonard
Despite record profits, again, Exxon's production of crude oil is down, again. But no worries: Senate Republicans are on the job.
Exposing Bush’s historic abuse of power
Tim Shorrock
Salon has uncovered new evidence of post-9/11 spying on Americans. Obtained documents point to a potential investigation of the White House that could rival Watergate.
Does OPEC want Obama to win?
Andrew Leonard
A lawsuit filed in federal court on Monday alleges the oil cartel is attempting to interfere with the November election. If true, OPEC has sadly misjudged the situation.
Why gas is so expensive
Andrew Leonard
It's not runaway greed or overregulation. It's the world we live in. It's a price that can be seen in a single gallon of California gas.
It’s beginning to look a lot like the general election
Vincent Rossmeier
In their latest preview of what's to come before November, McCain and Obama spar about foreign policy and lobbyists.
Who’s the superpower now?
Michael T. Klare
As oil prices drain the U.S. of military power and influence, Russia is rising as a world force again.
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