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Jan Brewer's 'train wreck' opening statement
Though she's polling way ahead of her Democratic challenger, the Arizona governor's nerves unraveled — repeatedly — during a televised debate
Best opinion:Gawker, Politico, Atlantic
Saving Social Security -- and Democratic seats
September 2, 2010, at 5:55 PMIn their desire to dismantle Social Security, Republicans have given Democrats an issue that has been politically potent before -- and can be so again.
Sweden: Where dads act like moms
September 2, 2010, at 4:10 PMBy giving men 18-month paternity leaves, says Nathan Hegedus in Slate, Sweden has redefined male culture
5 things you need to know about Vanity Fair's Sarah Palin expose
September 2, 2010, at 4:03 PMIn Vanity Fair's new issue, Michael J. Gross takes a hard look at Palin's "surreal new world." Here are some of his must-read revelations
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Will the new Apple TV take off?
September 2, 2010, at 3:47 PMAfter its first version flopped, Apple is trying to corner the market on high-def, streamable video-on-demand. But some commentators have already tuned out
What is 'super Earth'?
September 2, 2010, at 3:20 PMScientists have discovered a planet only slightly larger than the Earth orbiting a distant star. Could it host life?
Jan Brewer's 'train wreck' opening statement
September 2, 2010, at 2:22 PMThough she's polling way ahead of her Democratic challenger, the Arizona governor's nerves unraveled — repeatedly — during a televised debate
A second stimulus: Are tax cuts the answer?
September 2, 2010, at 2:00 PMPresident Obama reportedly is considering a second stimulus depending more heavily on tax cuts than the first. Will that save the economic recovery?
Tony Blair's autobiography: The key revelations
September 2, 2010, at 1:20 PMThe former British prime minister's memoirs shed new light on his relationships with George W. Bush, Princess Diana, and more
Dividing up Jerusalem?
September 2, 2010, at 12:55 PMAs peace talks begin in Washington, Israel says it might cede part of Jerusalem to the Palestinians. Could that pave the way to a deal?
Boxer vs Fiorina debate: The post-mortem
September 2, 2010, at 11:59 AMIn a heated back-and-forth, California's senate candidates slammed each other's records and sparred over the economy. But did either come out on top?
Is post-war Iraq better off?
September 2, 2010, at 11:53 AMThe end of U.S. combat operations in Iraq has prompted pundits to consider what we achieved in the battle-scarred country
Burger King buyout: Has BK lost its crown?
September 2, 2010, at 11:26 AMMcDonald's has been eating Burger King's lunch in the stock market, and BK has just been bought by Brazilians. How did it come to this?
Steeler Troy Polamalu's $1 million hair
September 2, 2010, at 10:57 AMThe NFL star's locks are now worth a bundle of cash. The commentators weigh in
Glenn Beck: The alcoholism question
September 2, 2010, at 10:30 AMAt least one prominent columnist thinks that Beck's public persona — as displayed at his DC rally — is rooted in his personal history of addiction
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A McMahon curse?: A quick guide to the dead athletes overshadowing the Connecticut Republican's senate campaign
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Boxer v. Fiorina: In a heated back-and-forth, California's senate candidates slammed each other's records and sparred over the economy. But did either come out on top?
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'Bloodbath' for Dems: A new Gallup poll shows Republicans with a record lead in a "generic ballot." Just how bad will it get for the Dems in November?
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Glenn Beck drew hundreds of thousands of people to Washington Saturday. Why?
Robert Shrum
Saving Social Security -- and Democratic seats
In their desire to dismantle Social Security, Republicans have given Democrats an issue that has been politically potent before -- and can be so again.
Daniel Larison
The false case for attacking Iran
America's political class is consumed with the debate over whether to bomb Iran -- as if doing so were necessary, or even sensible.
David Frum
Poland makes peace with its Jews
Outside of Israel, I've never seen Jewish history commemorated the way it is in Poland.
Will Wilkinson
Bradley Manning's guilt — and ours
The accused leaker to WikiLeaks appears to have acted out of idealism. Now that we've seen the results of our wars, can we say the same?
Tish Durkin
Three cheers for Christiane Amanpour
Christiane Amanpour, the capital's newest talking head, has been roundly abused for lacking insider status. But she has something more important.
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