Critics' Picks
What you need to see, read, do this week: Squirrels! Swingers! Napoleon's pickled penis! (06/28/2008)

My coming-out mix tape By Kera Bolonik
I was an alienated kid roiling with sexual anxiety. But then New Wave gave me the soundtrack -- and the courage -- to embrace my homosexuality. (06/28/2008)

Women and their "girl crushes" Tracy Clark-Flory
Judith Warner asks why men don't share in platonic same-sex crushes. (06/28/2008)

All together now By Walter Shapiro
Obama and Clinton's choreographed love fest in Unity, N.H., went off without a glitch. But are Democrats singing the same tune? (06/28/2008)

"The Last Mistress" By Stephanie Zacharek
This explicit movie about a sexually insatiable 19th century courtesan emerges like an erotic dream. (06/27/2008)

"WALL-E" By Stephanie Zacharek
This new Pixar movie is an environmental cautionary tale and a story of robot love -- and quite possibly the most melancholy cartoon ever made. (06/27/2008)

"Wanted" By Stephanie Zacharek
Sick thrills, "Matrix"-like special effects, Angelina Jolie in black leather -- but this action picture's secret weapon is James McAvoy. (06/27/2008)

Bateman: Obama on FISA
The cartoonist doesn't see change in the senator's support of FISA. (06/27/2008)

Hypocrisy strikes again
Tracy Clark-Flory on recent claims that an antiabortion congressional candidate paid for his ex-girlfriend's abortion. (06/27/2008)

"La Dolce Vita" in old age Andrew O'Hehir
An elderly Spanish couple -- one dignified, the other not -- revisits the classic love affair between Marcello Mastroianni and Anita Ekberg. (06/27/2008)

Bill Clinton makes himself scarce
Joan Walsh stands up for the ex-president as his wife and Barack Obama work towards unity (06/27/2008)

To breed or not to breed By Laura Miller
With its taproot in "Hamlet," this novel spins an engrossing tale of power struggles within a family of Wisconsin dog breeders. (06/27/2008)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Steve asks Jill to join him on the most dangerous undertaking yet. (06/27/2008)

What's so wrong with a pregnancy pact? By Amy Benfer
The media is apoplectic about the knocked-up Gloucester girls, but as a former teen mother, I think there was some wisdom in their plan. (06/27/2008)

Is the Pill "outdated"? Tracy Clark-Flory
A lead reproductive health researcher says hormonal birth control pills don't "work well enough." (06/27/2008)

The next female presidential contender Katharine Mieszkowski
Maybe you should ask her to run. (06/27/2008)

Ex-girlfriend: Pro-life pol is a hypocrite Tracy Clark-Flory
Mike Erickson's ex-girlfriend claims the congressional candidate paid for and approved of her abortion. (06/27/2008)

A game with soothing graphics, gal pals Judy Berman
It's great that video game manufacturers are reaching out to women. But why are they so clumsy about it? (06/27/2008)

The tragic story of LaVena Johnson Kate Harding
More disturbing evidence that women in the military sometimes face more danger from their fellow soldiers than from their enemies. (06/27/2008)

Woman's best friend Kate Harding
How can dogs detect ovarian cancer? (06/27/2008)

Ladies get a small bite of the Big Apple Logan Scherer
Forget what you see on TV. New York women are much worse off economically than they were two decades ago. (06/27/2008)

Supreme Court gun ruling could backfire By Mike Madden
John McCain used the high court's decision to blast away at Barack Obama -- but it could make Obama's campaign more bulletproof. (06/27/2008)

On energy, McCain sounds a lot like Cheney By Joe Conason
The GOP nominee wants to distance himself from Bush on climate change, but he'd do better to emulate Jimmy Carter than the vice president. (06/27/2008)

Keith Olbermann's reply and Obama's secret plan to protect the rule of law Glenn Greenwald
The MSNBC star denies he was justifying Obama's support for the FISA bill; in the course of denying it, he proceeds to do exactly that. (06/27/2008)

Leave Bill Clinton alone! Joan Walsh
Why is everybody trying to rain on the Clinton-Obama unity parade by asking about the ex-president? By making himself scarce, he's doing exactly the right thing. (06/27/2008)

New ad says McCain is "putting country first" Alex Koppelman
A new spot about John McCain's energy policy tries to reinforce his campaign's new message. (06/27/2008)

Clinton and Obama appear together Alex Koppelman
Their first joint appearance, at a fundraiser in Washington, showed that Democrats are inching toward unity, but there's still some work to be done. (06/27/2008)

Top Clinton loyalist joining Obama camp Alex Koppelman
Neera Tanden, a longtime aide to Hillary Clinton, will reportedly become Barack Obama's director of domestic policy. (06/27/2008)

Prominent evangelical group attacks Obama on abortion Alex Koppelman
The Family Research Council is going on the air Friday with a new ad that targets Barack Obama's position on the right to abortion. (06/27/2008)

A place called Unity Alex Koppelman
On Friday, Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton made their first public campaign appearance together, in a place laden with symbolism. (06/27/2008)

Clintons donate to Obama Alex Koppelman
Bill and Hillary Clinton's gesture followed a similar one from Barack and Michelle Obama. (06/27/2008)

A lesson in how not to pick your co-sponsors Alex Koppelman
The Federal Marriage Amendment has just been reintroduced to Congress, and a couple of interesting people are backing it. (06/27/2008)

Washington state Dems agree to change "Sopranos" ad Alex Koppelman
After a complaint from a local Italian group, the party apologized for an attack ad directed at a Republican candidate that featured the theme song from "The Sopranos." (06/27/2008)

Vacation, all I ever wanted Alex Koppelman
Guest bloggers will be running War Room for a couple weeks. (06/27/2008)

NBA draft King Kaufman
Rose goes first, Riley takes Beasley after all, and the New York fans boo the Knicks' choice, as always. (06/27/2008)

E is for ennui
Feeling cynical? Members of Salon's community, Table Talk, redefine the word this week. (06/27/2008)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
Flying isn't much fun, but for now people keep doing it anyway. What can the airlines do to keep their customers happy? (06/27/2008)

More fun with reverse globalization Andrew Leonard
High transportation costs are making Procter & Gamble rethink its supply chain strategy. But China still comes out on top. (06/27/2008)

Consumer confidence: "The economy really sucks" Andrew Leonard
Americans haven't felt this glum about their finances since 1980. Hmmm. What else happened in 1980? (06/27/2008)

Bad ethanol economics Andrew Leonard
Industry capacity hits a new high, even as a dozen companies file for bankruptcy. (06/27/2008)

Bill Gates, the greatest hacker of all time Farhad Manjoo
Reflecting on the Microsoft co-founder's legacy. (06/27/2008)

Dalton Trumbo and American evil Andrew O'Hehir
How the legendary screenwriter of "Roman Holiday" and "Spartacus" defied Congress, broke the blacklist and raised his family. (06/26/2008)

Does Google prove orgies are as American as apple pie? Farhad Manjoo
Farhad Manjoo discusses a novel defense Web porn defense. (06/26/2008)

So you think they can break-dance? By Jeff Chang
Forget the Bronx and South Central. If you want to find the best hip-hop dancers in the world look farther east, to South Korea. (06/26/2008)

Bateman: Dick Morris is wrong about pretty much everything
Actual audio of Dick Morris on the "Today" show. (06/26/2008)

Don't call her Mrs. Corleone By Camille Peri
Eleanor Coppola -- Francis Ford's wife and Sofia's mom -- talks about life in a famous Italian-American family and finding her artistic voice. (06/26/2008)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Judge Scalia's Constitution Comics! (06/26/2008)

Bad news for 27-year-old virgins Catherine Price
The FDA is delaying its decision on whether to approve Gardasil, the cervical cancer vaccine, for women over 26. (06/26/2008)

A new definition of "boob tube" Catherine Price
Should doctors be allowed to offer financial incentives for patients to post video endorsements on the Web? (06/26/2008)

What do your genes say about your breasts? Catherine Price
A recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine says we're getting closer to a genetic test for breast cancer risk. (06/26/2008)

Beautiful new home comes with free ... wife? Judy Berman
One Florida real estate agent will sell you a lovely house -- with her in it. (06/26/2008)

Are you a "trailing spouse"? Catherine Price
When one half of a married couple relocates for work, what happens to the other person's career? (06/26/2008)

McCain's man in Ohio By Mike Madden
Rob Portman is a Bush loyalist from the key swing state, who's even served as a John Edwards stand-in. Could he end up as McCain's running mate? (06/26/2008)

Keith Olbermann: Then and now Glenn Greenwald
In January, the MSNBC star denounced telecom immunity as "textbook fascism" designed to "immunize corporate criminals." Wednesday night, he heaped praise on Obama for supporting it. (06/26/2008)

Obama: "I bit my tongue" on Clinton Alex Koppelman
In a meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus, Barack Obama says he held back in criticizing his one-time rival, and that the party must focus on defeating John McCain. (06/26/2008)

Supreme Court strikes down D.C. gun ban Alex Koppelman
The court's decision, the first it has made on the Second Amendment since 1939, says that the amendment protects an individual right to bear arms. (06/26/2008)

Powell for Obama? Alex Koppelman
Speculation that Colin Powell will endorse the presumptive Democratic nominee is growing. (06/26/2008)

Supreme Court rules "millionaire's amendment" unconstitutional Alex Koppelman
In a 5-4 vote, the court struck down a provision of a campaign finance law that allowed candidates to collect larger contributions when facing self-financed opponents. (06/26/2008)

Jindal approves castration for sex offenders Vincent Rossmeier
The Louisiana governor signs a bill mandating the castration of sex offenders convicted of a second offense, and rails against SCOTUS's decision on his state's death penalty laws. (06/26/2008)

McCain advisor: Politicians "putting politics first and country second" Alex Koppelman
In a memo that seems to presage the campaign's message to come, Steve Schmidt positions his candidate as patriotic and Obama as interested only in himself. (06/26/2008)

Poll shows Obama ahead in key states Vincent Rossmeier
According to a poll released Thursday, Barack Obama is leading John McCain by double digits in four swing states. (06/26/2008)

Schwarzenegger seems to hit Bush, McCain, Crist on drilling Alex Koppelman
California's governor, who had held his tongue before, says anyone who promises that certain policies will reduce gas prices soon "is blowing smoke." (06/26/2008)

Will evangelicals abandon McCain? Justin Jouvenal
The presumptive Republican nominee continues to reach out to Christian conservatives, but so far, they're not enthused. (06/26/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
A conservative radio host says he's especially desperate to get tickets to a football game because of what might happen if Barack Obama is elected. (06/27/2008)

The ultimate underdog pile King Kaufman
Fresno State wins a baseball championship that had seemed improbable 26 hours before -- and unthinkable a month ago. (06/26/2008)

Jerry Brown joins the Countrywide pile on Andrew Leonard
And the housing bust hits a new low: The legacy of REO Speedwagon power ballads is invoked (06/26/2008)

There's a hole in my oil bucket Andrew Leonard
You don't need speculators to explain why the price of oil keeps going up, up, and up (06/26/2008)

Why $140-a-barrel oil is no surprise Andrew Leonard
It took awhile, but the market finally realized there's only so much of that black gold to go around. (06/26/2008)

Bateman: Jim Cramer yells about gas prices
"Our price of oil is not in our control!" And more actual (and scary) audio from the "Mad Money" host's appearance on "Hardball." (06/25/2008)

Awesome; I f**kin' shot that basketball movie! By Caitlin Shamberg
The Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch on his new documentary, "Gunnin' for That #1 Spot," and tomorrow's NBA superstars. (06/25/2008)

Feel the noise Caitlin Shamberg
New York is a loud, loud city. We talk to locals about what they hear, and how they drown it out. (06/25/2008)

Adam Yauch on "Gunnin' for that #1 Spot"
The Beastie Boy talks about his new documentary, a music-driven celebration of elite basketball. (06/25/2008)

Can these tempers be cooled?
Rebecca Traister responds to reader letters expressing continued anger among supporters of Hillary Clinton. (06/25/2008)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
I'm punching myself, but all the blood is going to waste. (06/25/2008)

J.C. Penney does not actually endorse teen sex Catherine Price
A racy, fake advertisement has the retail giant up in arms -- and pointing fingers. (06/25/2008)

How gay it would be By Sarah Bird
I know a mother is supposed to accept her children as they are. But my son has one painful flaw -- he's straight. (06/25/2008)

"PUMAs": Angrier than I thought Rebecca Traister
Readers' responses to a piece about Hillary Clinton supporters. (06/25/2008)

Holy Mary, mother of God ... lactivist icon? Katharine Mieszkowski
The Vatican condones depictions of baby Jesus at the breast. (06/25/2008)

Umm, what is boob punching? Sarah Hepola
Duh: It's when you punch a woman in the boobs, of course. And it's yet another Internet trend. (06/25/2008)

"I just want mayonnaise. I don't want guys kissing" Judy Berman
A backlash ensues after Heinz pulls an ad featuring a smooch between two men. (06/25/2008)

Bully for Nancy Pelosi! Rebecca Traister
The speaker of the House affirms that she, too, is the victim of sexism, yesiree. (06/25/2008)

Men: Score! Women: Whoops! Tracy Clark-Flory
A study finds women experience more regret over one-night stands. (06/25/2008)

Malaysia: Give up lipstick, prevent rape! Tracy Clark-Flory
Officials are passing out anti-rape pamphlets that warn against makeup and high heels. (06/25/2008)

Zimbabwe's descent into electoral terror By Jan Puhl and Toby Selander
Opposing the brutal dictator Robert Mugabe in the election deadlock here has become equivalent to a death sentence. (06/25/2008)

Stop the noise! By Katharine Mieszkowski
When noise pollution is not making us sick and anxious, it is literally killing us. How do we turn it off? (06/25/2008)

Is Ralph Nader losing it? Joan Walsh
His remarks about Obama's "talking white" were appalling. But he's right that progressives need to keep the pressure on the Democratic nominee. (06/25/2008)

Chris Dodd's speech and a glimmer of hope for stopping the FISA bill Glenn Greenwald
The Connecticut senator's passionate speech in defense of the rule of law and surveillance safeguards signals some slowly growing opposition to the FISA bill. (06/25/2008)

What Barack Obama can learn from Jesse Ventura By Garrison Keillor
I made fun of Jesse for years, but the man knew something basic about politics: You need to talk to the people. How else will they get who you are? (06/25/2008)

McCain camp pushes back against low polling numbers Alex Koppelman
In a memo, pollsters for John McCain's campaign don't bother to argue that he's leading; they just say he's not trailing as badly as one recent survey said. (06/25/2008)

Obama asks top donors to help with Clinton's debt Alex Koppelman
As the push for unity continues, Clinton is also expected to do her part -- urging her congressional supporters to back the presumptive Democratic nominee. (06/25/2008)

Republicans won't run anti-voter-fraud campaign this year Alex Koppelman
One report says that some have decided that their traditional efforts, seen as voter suppression by Democrats and others, might cause a backlash. (06/26/2008)

McCain has missed the most votes of any senator Alex Koppelman
Campaigning has kept John McCain from his day job so often that the second most absent senator is Tim Johnson, who was away for months after a brain hemorrhage. (06/25/2008)

Clinton not asking for her money back Alex Koppelman
In a letter to supporters, Hillary Clinton seeks help paying some of her campaign's debts, but makes it clear her own loans are not included in that request. (06/25/2008)

DNC sues FEC over McCain Alex Koppelman
Democrats fire their latest salvo in a fight over John McCain's campaign spending. (06/25/2008)

McCain had private meeting with head of gay group Alex Koppelman
John McCain and Patrick Sammon of the Log Cabin Republicans met recently, but McCain's campaign kept the event off his public schedule. (06/25/2008)

ESPN's dishonest tap-dance King Kaufman
The network refuses to play it straight with Euro 2008 viewers about its announcers not being at the stadium. (06/25/2008)

Underdog days: Fresno State, Turkey King Kaufman
In a great midweek of sports, two Cinderellas continue their quest at Euro 2008 and the College World Series. (06/25/2008)

Losing their religion, in Kerala Andrew Leonard
A fuss gets kicked up in India over a social studies textbook that supposedly promotes atheism. (06/25/2008)

The way of the samurai Andrew Leonard
From the battle of Sekigahara to rice paddies, video games, MySpace and YouTube, this 16th century warrior will live on forever. (06/25/2008)

Slick John McCain and the offshore oil ruse By Andrew Leonard
The safety and economics of offshore drilling are distractions from the much larger challenges that humanity faces: Climate change and peak oil. (06/25/2008)

On the morality of immigration Andrew Leonard
If the U.S. is less crowded than the rest of the world, is it "fair" to keep other people out? (06/25/2008)

Bush administration biofuel confusion Andrew Leonard
How much do energy crops contribute to food price hikes? Depends how you count (06/25/2008)

Indie film is dying -- unless it isn't Andrew O'Hehir
Yes, distributors are closing, films are tanking and insiders are muttering that doom is nigh. But the best filmmakers always survive. (06/24/2008)

More on oil drilling
Alex Koppelman examines why drilling today won't mean cheaper gas tomorrow. (06/24/2008)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
A few recent examples of awesomely non-racist political discourse. (06/24/2008)

Equality, shmequality! Just become a man Tracy Clark-Flory
Some Albanian women swear to live as men to avoid the strictures of womanhood. (06/24/2008)

Is local food really miles better? By Roberta Kwok
Many of us now count "food miles." But local fruits and veggies may not be more carbon-friendly than produce at the supermarket. (06/24/2008)

News flash: Sex is sold to young girls! Tracy Clark-Flory
A report argues that the media is hypersexualizing adolescents, leading to an "ideology of seduction." (06/24/2008)

So was it a "pact," or more of an informal agreement? Catherine Price
Controversy continues to stir over the supposed "pregnancy pact" at Gloucester High School. (06/24/2008)

Disaster of the day: Too many women rabbis! Judy Berman
Jewish religious leaders lament a shortage of men in the clergy. (06/24/2008)

"I'm not pregnant -- but the night is young" Kate Harding
Joy Nash offers women some snappy comebacks to nasty remarks about their bodies. (06/24/2008)

Who's afraid of Michelle Obama? By Erin Aubry Kaplan
The flap about the potential first lady's "image problem" proves how uncomfortable the country feels about a shift in racial dynamics. But as far as I'm concerned, I've found a kindred spirit. (06/24/2008)

A crack in the Army's glass ceiling Catherine Price
Pending Senate approval, Lt. Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody will become America's first female four-star general. (06/24/2008)

I now pronounce you male applicant and female applicant Catherine Price
A Virginia courthouse may have inadvertently beaten California to the punch by accidentally marrying two men. (06/24/2008)

The war on teen terror By Jo Becker
The Bush administration's treatment of juvenile prisoners shipped to Guantánamo Bay defies logic as well as international law. (06/24/2008)

The swing states of 2008 By Thomas F. Schaller
Salon asks a round table of experts to predict where the presidential election will be won or lost. It's not just about Ohio anymore. (06/24/2008)

Two things you don't want to miss Joan Walsh
Check out Tom Schaller's round table on 2008 swing states and Larry King's tribute to George Carlin. (06/24/2008)

Hoyer hails FISA bill as "a significant victory for the Democratic Party" Glenn Greenwald
The House majority leader argues that giving the GOP what it wanted on eavesdropping removed it as an election issue. That's the same mentality that led Democrats to authorize the war in 2002. (06/24/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Who are you calling an arrogant martini drinker, you arrogant martini drinker? (06/24/2008)

Lobbying for polar bear hunting Katharine Mieszkowski
New protections for bruins threaten furry rugs. (06/24/2008)

The truth about drilling and gas prices Alex Koppelman
Republicans are slamming Democrats for their opposition to offshore oil drilling, but new drilling wouldn't bring relief at the pump any time soon. (06/24/2008)

Is Obama moving to the center? Vincent Rossmeier
Positions he has taken recently on illegal wiretapping and foreign policy are indications that Barack Obama is trying to shake the dreaded liberal label. (06/24/2008)

Barack Obama, the experience candidate? Alex Koppelman
One longtime political hand says Obama's time in the Illinois Legislature has more value than many think, and that "experience" is a subjective measure anyway. (06/24/2008)

A "fitting monument" for Dubya Katharine Mieszkowski
San Franciscans may get a chance to vote to name their sewage treatment plant in honor of President Bush. (06/24/2008)

Bill Clinton says he'll help Obama Alex Koppelman
The former president's first statement on behalf of Barack Obama didn't evince much enthusiasm, though. (06/24/2008)

Surveying the race Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama's campaign manager paints a mostly rosy picture supported by recent polling, while John McCain's media buys give some insight as to where he'll be trying to compete. (06/25/2008)

Young ballers: See the world King Kaufman
The N.Y. Times profiles a high school basketball star on the verge of a smart response to the NBA age limit. (06/24/2008)

Please stand by King Kaufman
Posting will resume soon. (06/25/2008)

A human-animal hybrid nonproliferation treaty? Andrew Leonard
While Congress mulls over the ethics of cutting-edge biotech, other countries are moving right along. (06/24/2008)

Citing Google, pornographer claims orgies are bigger than apple pie Farhad Manjoo
Does the search engine prove group sex isn't so unusual? (06/24/2008)

Big Think: Saving the world two shoes at a time
The founder of TOMS Shoes discusses how purchasing a pair can help others. (06/23/2008)

Bateman: Atom Age Vampire, Part 18
The cops investigate Dr. Levin's lab and find strange atomic specimens. (06/23/2008)

Bateman: John McCain's "Energy Security"
We must shift our entire energy economy toward new and cleaner power sources such as ... drilling, drilling and drilling? (06/23/2008)

Gore Vidal's inconvenient truths By Louis Bayard
"The Selected Essays of Gore Vidal" reminds us that this combative political provocateur is also one of our finest literary critics. (06/23/2008)

Ask Pablo By Pablo Päster
It was 20 years ago that Congress heard the first serious warning about global warming. What can individuals do now? (06/23/2008)

Want the pill? It'll cost ya. Nathalie Gorman
The House drops an amendment for more affordable birth control for college students and lower-income women. (06/23/2008)

Did Maureen Dowd go too far? Sarah Hepola
The New York Times' public editor examines whether sexism played a role in Clinton's coverage by the paper of record. (06/23/2008)

Not such a pill anymore Kate Harding
A British doctor offers birth control prescriptions online. Are you listening, American docs? (06/23/2008)

Baby's first stilettos Sarah Hepola
Well, I suppose it had to happen eventually -- high heels for newborns. (06/23/2008)

SOS double-D Kate Harding
Jogging bras can save your life! (06/23/2008)

Quote of the day Sarah Hepola
Barack Obama speaks about equal pay to working women in New Mexico. (06/23/2008)

Girls in trouble for catcalling construction workers? Sarah Hepola
The tables turn at a college campus in England. (06/23/2008)

The New Republic syndrome Glenn Greenwald
A mentality that repeatedly admitted wrongdoing, reversed itself and spawned great destruction nonetheless continues to dominate the Democratic Party. (06/23/2008)

Why Clinton voters will come back to the fold By Walter Shapiro
Don't worry about those angry Hillary supporters who say they'll vote for McCain or stay home in November. History proves they'll vote for Obama. (06/23/2008)

Why Clinton voters say they won't support Obama By Rebecca Traister
The attack of the PUMAs, or a dozen reasons why Clinton voters are still too angry to come home. (06/23/2008)

George Carlin dies at 71 Joan Walsh
Read Heather Havrilesky's last great interview with Carlin, in which he talks about cocaine, being a fallen idealist and the "exciting" Obama story, even though he didn't plan to vote. (06/23/2008)

McCain panders on immigration, again Alex Koppelman
Once a moderate on the issue, John McCain needs to tack to the right to mollify his party's base, but also needs to hold on to Latino votes -- so he's tailoring his position to his audience. (06/23/2008)

Obama camp ditches its take on presidential seal Alex Koppelman
Unveiled Friday, the seal was the subject of criticism -- and some mirth -- but Barack Obama's campaign isn't the only one that's come up with its own version. (06/23/2008)

Rove: Obama "coolly arrogant" Alex Koppelman
Karl Rove used, of all things, a country club metaphor to slam the presumptive Democratic nominee at a breakfast on Monday. (06/23/2008)

Did lobbyists influence McCain's "straight talk" on Boeing?
Newsweek's Michael Isikoff updates the story of one of John McCain's good-government efforts, which doesn't smell so sweet anymore. (06/23/2008)

The self-aware Bill Kristol Alex Koppelman
In his latest column, the influential neoconservative pundit bemoans those who think only other people's kids should serve in the military. (06/23/2008)

Clinton, Obama go heavy on the symbolism Alex Koppelman
Details of one of their first joint appearances have just been released; the message is unmistakable. (06/23/2008)

Times slams Obama on ethanol Alex Koppelman
In an article implicitly critical of the biofuel, the paper explores Barack Obama's position on it and his ties to the industry. (06/23/2008)

McCain advisor sees political advantage in terror attack Alex Koppelman
John McCain is distancing himself from comments made by one of his senior advisors, who said a terror attack would help McCain's prospects for victory. (06/23/2008)

Partial score: George Carlin, 71 King Kaufman
The comedian, who died Sunday, talked about sports rarely, but he was funny and insightful when he did. (06/23/2008)

Now batting, number $, Derek Jeter King Kaufman
Babe Ruth's granddaughter wants the Bambino's number retired by all teams. The solution: Retire 'em all. (06/23/2008)

Germany: We are the green champions, of the world Andrew Leonard
While other nations whine about climate change, Germany takes action (06/23/2008)

Solar power: Just about ready for prime time Andrew Leonard
Forget about offshore drilling and energy speculators. Grid parity is just around the corner, and then the entire energy game changes. (06/23/2008)

Peak safety matches? Andrew Leonard
In India, a rise in phosphorus prices is forcing the closure of match factories. Some Indians are blaming China, but the real culprit is global agriculture. (06/23/2008)

On McCain's push for offshore drilling
Joan Walsh on John McCain's desire to allow offshore oil drilling. (06/21/2008)

Meet the Japanese Brando Andrew O'Hehir
Little known outside his homeland, haunted hero-villain Tatsuya Nakadai spans the best years, and greatest films, of Japan's postwar cinema boom. (06/21/2008)

Critics' Picks
What you need to see, read, do this week: The Violent Femmes' Gnarls Barkley homage, an early gay-marriage prototype, and a "Sex and the City" antidote. (06/21/2008)

Sick in the head By Jennifer Traig
I've diagnosed myself with heart attacks, blood poisoning, meningitis and multiple sclerosis. Turns out, what I had was hypochondria. (06/21/2008)

U.N.: Rape a war crime Tracy Clark-Flory
Finally, the Security Council defines sexual violence as a weapon of war. (06/21/2008)

The Scott McClellan sideshow By Joe Conason
The former press secretary's testimony about Valerie Plame is valuable, but only the press can uncover whether Bush and Cheney lied to investigators. (06/21/2008)

Obama's support for the FISA "compromise" Glenn Greenwald
There are many important lessons from yesterday's announcement that he now supports a warrantless eavesdropping and telecom amnesty bill (06/21/2008)

McCain's offshore oil-drilling flip-flop Joan Walsh
Is the GOP nominee going out of his way to draw closer to President Bush? Plus: Obama's FISA compromise. (06/22/2008)

"The Love Guru" By Stephanie Zacharek
Mike Myers' new movie is offensive to Hindus? They're not the only ones. (06/20/2008)

"Get Smart" By Stephanie Zacharek
Steve Carell plays everyone's favorite shoe-phone-sporting spy in this surprisingly smart comedy. (06/20/2008)

"Kit Kittredge: An American Girl"
Six-year-old Dinah Schone (and her doll) talk about the funniest parts of the new movie. (06/20/2008)

Bateman: The voting machine -- a long step up from tyranny
Actual audio from the 1957 film "Behind the Freedom Curtain." (06/20/2008)

Do women really want to date psychopaths?
Tracy Clark-Flory responds to a new study that shows that men who possess a "dark triad" of traits have more sexual partners. (06/20/2008)

"Kit Kittredge: An American Girl" By Stephanie Zacharek
Yes, it's based on a doll. But this gentle-spirited movie makes the past come alive. (06/20/2008)

Secrets and lives By Allen Barra
Sebastian Barry may be the most exhilarating prose stylist in Irish fiction. His new book weaves together strands from Ireland's past -- and his own. (06/20/2008)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Keeping up with daredevilish Steve? No problem! (06/20/2008)

The great size debate continues Amy Benfer
A popular online chart claims to show women's preferred penis size. (06/20/2008)

Should we go to the mall -- or get pregnant? Kate Harding
A group of Massachusetts teen girls make a pregnancy pact. (06/20/2008)

Japan's new sexbot Sarah Hepola
She's the woman of your fantasies, if you dream of 15-inch cyborgs. (06/20/2008)

Women love "self-obsessed psychopaths"? Tracy Clark-Flory
Yet another study draws creative conclusions about what women want. (06/20/2008)

Clinton's campaign is cold, but sexism is still hot Judy Berman
The man behind the controversial Obama button has a Web site stocked with Hillary hate. (06/20/2008)

Girl crush: Velvet d'Amour Kate Harding
A celebration of the 5-foot-8, 300-pound model who is anything but "the staid, asexual, catalogue, muumuu chick." (06/20/2008)

Barack Obama is a Muslim, and other stories By Mike Madden
The Democratic nominee's campaign is working overtime to combat rumors -- yet misinformation is still running rampant across the Internet. (06/20/2008)

What Nancy Pelosi, Steny Hoyer and Fred Hiatt mean by "bipartisanship" Glenn Greenwald
Even the GOP, the media establishment and many Democrats themselves are openly mocking the claims by Pelosi and Hoyer that they "negotiated" a "bipartisan compromise." (06/20/2008)

Bloomberg: "Let's call those rumors what they are: Lies" Alex Koppelman
Speaking to a Jewish group in Florida, the mayor of New York says lies about Barack Obama's religion should be rejected. (06/20/2008)

Obama calls two Muslim women to apologize Alex Koppelman
The women, who had been barred by campaign volunteers from sitting behind the candidate because they were wearing head scarves, accept his apology. (06/20/2008)

Clinton, Obama to campaign together Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama's campaign hasn't provided details of the joint appearance yet, but it will happen next Friday. (06/20/2008)

The 527 monster hiding under Obama's bed Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama justified opting out of public financing in part by citing the specter of independent GOP attack groups, but the threat is overblown. (06/20/2008)

MoveOn closes its 527 for good Alex Koppelman
The liberal group's 527 committee hadn't been operating for a few years, though it had remained legally open. (06/20/2008)

McClellan takes the stand Alex Koppelman
Former White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan testified before the House Judiciary Committee on Friday. (06/20/2008)

Obama says he supports FISA compromise Alex Koppelman
But the presumptive Democratic nominee says he will work in the Senate to strip a retroactive immunity provision. (06/20/2008)

Why I'm voting Republican Alex Koppelman
A parody ad makes a funny, if unsubtle, case against supporting the GOP in the fall. (06/20/2008)

Bissinger contrite, but still bashing blogs King Kaufman
The world's foremost defender of quality writing makes a fool of himself again. (06/20/2008)

With age comes ... insecurity Andrew Leonard
Another reason for economic pessimism: Older Americans are more likely to file for bankruptcy than ever before. (06/20/2008)

Charlie the Tuna swims to Korea Andrew Leonard
Whom to blame for StarKist's emigration? How about the price of oil, cheap labor, dolphins and free trade? (06/20/2008)

Emotiv's thought-reading headset puts your mind in games Farhad Manjoo
The thrill of controlling a game with your thoughts alone. (06/20/2008)

The bad economics of rapid population growth Andrew Leonard
Family planning can help lead a poor nation to prosperity, but you don't want to miss a crucial demographic window. (06/20/2008)

Can't wait for Spore!
Farhad Manjoo on the remarkable new social video game. (06/19/2008)

Maddin and Herzog: Brothers of the ice! Andrew O'Hehir
It's frozen allegory week -- in summer! Guy Maddin reveals the sleepwalking sex secrets of Winnipeg; Werner Herzog chases psycho penguins in Antarctica. (06/19/2008)

Can Lil Wayne save hip-hop? By Jess Harvell
He insists he's "the best rapper alive" -- and many agree. But can his smash-hit new album really redeem a flagging genre? (06/19/2008)

Bateman: "The McClaughlin Groove"
Andrew W.K. rocks out to real conversations from the wackiest in political television. (06/19/2008)

How to be a comic book hero By Douglas Wolk
Like graphic novels, manga or superhero tales? New books by Lynda Barry, Jessica Abel and Matt Madden may inspire you to turn your stories and doodles into real cartoons. (06/19/2008)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Introducing Chrysler's $2.99 gas price guarantee! (06/19/2008)

Hot, steamy footage! Sarah Hepola
For the first time, human ovulation is captured on film. (06/19/2008)

Healthcare needs you By Rahul K. Parikh, M.D.
Ask not what healthcare can do for you but what you can do, with incentives, for healthcare. (06/19/2008)

Amazon.com for prostitutes Tracy Clark-Flory
Johns review sexual services and prostitutes dish on customers. (06/19/2008)

Save the animals, exploit the women Annsley Chapman
Once more, PETA places politics above humanity. (06/19/2008)

A new form of birth control Catherine Price
If homosexuality is determined by prenatal hormones, is there a way to force your fetus to be straight? (06/19/2008)

A new take on the octopussy Catherine Price
A French AIDS-prevention ad campaign makes us never want to go swimming again. (06/19/2008)

Some GOP women are defecting from McCain Katharine Mieszkowski
The candidate's abysmal record on reproductive rights is one reason. (06/19/2008)

McCain on Iran: Bush all over again By Hooman Majd
An alarmist John McCain is using Iran as a political weapon against Barack Obama -- even as he misjudges our Middle East adversary. (06/19/2008)

Obama, telecoms and the Beltway system Glenn Greenwald
Why is the Democratic nominee intervening in a Democratic primary to support one of the worst pro-war, Bush-enabling Blue Dogs against a highly credible, progressive challenger? (06/19/2008)

Pipe down, Cindy McCain Joan Walsh
Nobody wants to see a future first lady catfight. Do they? (06/20/2008)

George Bush's latest powers, courtesy of the Democratic Congress Glenn Greenwald
Congress is going to decree that the president has the power to order private citizens to break the law, as well as to spy on our telephone calls and e-mails with no warrants. (06/19/2008)

Obama opts out of public funding Alex Koppelman
In a video sent out to supporters, Barack Obama presents the decision as a way to "declare ... independence from a broken system." (06/19/2008)

McCain camp response to Obama's decision: "Typical politician" Alex Koppelman
Fur is already flying between the two major campaigns over Barack Obama's announcement that he'll opt out of the public financing system. (06/19/2008)

McCain counsel disputes Obama camp's account Alex Koppelman
An Obama spokesman says comments by a lawyer for McCain's campaign showed that McCain wasn't interested in dealing on public financing, but the lawyer says that's not true. (06/19/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama's response to Republicans' using 9/11 as a political weapon against him? Bring it on. (06/19/2008)

Rove slams Obama and McCain on economy Vincent Rossmeier
Calling the candidates "economically illiterate and irresponsibly populist," the former Bush advisor argues against restricting oil company profits. (06/19/2008)

Obama camp releases first general election ad Alex Koppelman
The spot, which introduces the senator from Illinois in his own words, will air in 18 states starting Friday. (06/19/2008)

McCain: "We will take public financing" Alex Koppelman
Thursday morning, Barack Obama announced his intention to opt out of the public financing system; later in the day, John McCain said he'll opt in. (06/19/2008)

AFSCME endorses Obama Alex Koppelman
The union had backed Hillary Clinton, and its head had previously expressed doubts about Barack Obama's chances for victory. (06/19/2008)

Popular baseball mechanics King Kaufman
Breaking down swings and pitching motions used to be insider stuff. But online, everyone's an insider. (06/19/2008)

Sonics: We're worthless King Kaufman
The NBA team makes a bizarro-world argument as it tries to escape Seattle. (06/19/2008)

Streaming Euro 2008 King Kaufman
Stuck at work? Silicon Alley Insider has some solutions, not all of them legal. (06/19/2008)

The bogus baby bust nightmare Andrew Leonard
A declining population doesn't automatically result in declining prosperity. Even the Black Death had a silver lining. (06/19/2008)

The insignificance of offshore drilling Andrew Leonard
Even Bush's Department of Energy acknowledges that more drilling in the U.S. won't relieve gas price pain. For real short-term help, look to China (06/19/2008)

How low can American drivers go? Andrew Leonard
In April, Americans drove fewer miles than last year. But the drop-off was much smaller than March's plunge. (06/19/2008)

"Rock Band" on Wii: The same as before, but still fun Alex Koppelman
Salon's political blogger pursues his rock star dreams. (06/19/2008)

A conflict of wind power interest Andrew Leonard
General Electric says wind power is a good deal for the U.S. government. Guess what? G.E. makes wind turbines. (06/19/2008)

Apple's iTunes sells 5 billion songs, but you don't own them Farhad Manjoo
Meanwhile, Microsoft keeps its DRM servers alive. (06/19/2008)

What color are Chinese South Africans? Andrew Leonard
According to the country's High Court, they are now considered "black" (06/19/2008)

Wii Rock Band makes us sing
Alex Koppelman finds his inner rock star (06/18/2008)

Where the 20-somethings are By Judy Berman
Forsaken by the networks, the post-college set has turned to the Web for revealing shows (full-frontal coed nudity!) about people just like them. (06/18/2008)

Bateman: Meet the Lithium League
Who is this strange band of depressed children with superhuman powers? (06/18/2008)

Baking with the first ladies
Alex Koppelman considers Cindy McCain's cookie recipe. (06/18/2008)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
Life's little victories. (06/18/2008)

Confessions of a salvia eater By Neal Pollack
This hallucinogenic herb offers an experience as intense as LSD, but the trip only lasts five minutes. Is it any wonder states are banning it? (06/18/2008)

Bareheaded in the park Judy Berman
Islamic women can shed their scarves at Tehran's female-only "Mothers' Paradise." (06/18/2008)

Imprisoned to iron, birth illegitimate child Tracy Clark-Flory
Two Italian women were allegedly kidnapped to clean house and avoid public shame. (06/18/2008)

Make mine a venti Sarah Hepola
The good news for women who drink coffee. (06/18/2008)

Men snip, but don't tell Logan Scherer
Male plastic surgery is on the rise, even as the overall market takes a dip. (06/18/2008)

Joan Rivers' F-bomb on British television Rachel Shukert
After her colorful description of Russell Crowe, the comedian is escorted off the set. (06/18/2008)

Girl crush: Cyd Charisse Sarah Hepola
Remembering one of Hollywood's most elegant dancers. (06/18/2008)

Michelle Obama on "The View" Sarah Hepola
She's proud of her country, Hillary Clinton -- and her signature fist bump! (06/18/2008)

A McCain-Lieberman ticket? By Walter Shapiro
Joe-mentum slants too far right for Democrats, but it would (believe it or not) move the Republicans toward the center. (06/18/2008)

A timeline to Bush government torture By Mark Benjamin
Newly public evidence sheds greater light on Bush officials' efforts to develop brutal interrogation techniques for the war on terror. (06/18/2008)

Campaign against warrantless eavesdropping and telecom amnesty is expanding Glenn Greenwald
Three targets are chosen who are key enablers of the corrupt bill Congress is attempting to pass. (06/18/2008)

The motor home fades into the sunset By Garrison Keillor
There's nothing like having the freedom of the road and the comforts of home. But $5 gas is pushing the fantasy of comfortable vagabondage to the wall. (06/18/2008)

Comcast's efforts to protect members of Congress who, in turn, protect Comcast Glenn Greenwald
Two weeks ago, Comcast rejected a political ad as defamatory because it stated that telecoms "broke the law." Today, the NYT wrote that telecoms "broke the law by helping Mr. Bush carry out his warrantless wiretapping operation." (06/18/2008)

Ru-dy! Ru-dy! Ru-dy! Alex Koppelman
The president of 9/11 is back, and attacking Barack Obama, but Democrats are having none of it. (06/18/2008)

Obama: "I think families are off limits" Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama says he's disappointed that his opponent didn't help come to the defense of Michelle Obama, but the McCain campaign says the same thing about him. (06/18/2008)

The return of Larry Sinclair Alex Koppelman
On Wednesday, the National Press Club plays host to the controversial figure, who claims to have engaged in a wild night with Barack Obama. (06/18/2008)

Volunteers blocked Muslims from being seen with Obama Alex Koppelman
Two Muslim women were told they could not sit behind the candidate at a recent appearance unless they removed their head scarves. (06/18/2008)

Cindy McCain, cookie thief? Alex Koppelman
The wife of the presumptive GOP nominee has been accused of recipe plagiarism -- again -- but that only provokes a larger question: Why is anyone asking a potential first lady for recipes? (06/18/2008)

The path to 270: Keys to victory in November Justin Jouvenal
Pollsters and consultants give Salon their take on what both candidates will have to do to win the presidency. (06/18/2008)

A "September 10th mindset" Vincent Rossmeier
After Rudy Giuliani criticized Obama's position on terrorism this morning, the DNC responded by pointing out the apparent hypocrisy of Giuliani's statement. (06/18/2008)

Celtics demolish Lakers for title King Kaufman
L.A. walked into Game 6 looking to get KO'd, and Boston more than obliged to wrap up the NBA Finals. (06/18/2008)

The FedEx economy Andrew Leonard
When it absolutely, positively doesn't have to get there overnight. (06/18/2008)

Gas prices and offshore drilling Andrew Leonard
Not much is at stake on Election Day 2008. Just the long-term health of the global economy and the future of the planet. That's what the offshore drilling debate is all about. (06/18/2008)

Bateman: Ode to "Crack Panda"
A revival of the great, lost daily comic strip from the '80s. (06/17/2008)

Red State Update: Barack and Jackie vs. the Internet
Did Jackie Browles go see "Sex and the City" with Mrs. Farrakhan? That and other online rumors questioning Jackie's campaign. (06/17/2008)

Angry, but not Republican
Rebecca Traister on whether "angry white women" will really vote for John McCain. (06/17/2008)

The "Dark Genius" of Fox News By Vincent Rossmeier
Biographer Kerwin Swint explains how news honcho Roger Ailes has pushed the country to the right for the past four decades. (06/17/2008)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
The Republican good news fairy is here to assuage your doubts. (06/17/2008)

My failed lesbian romance By Ann Bauer
I was heartbroken and lost after the end of my marriage. Then I fell in love with Gisele, and things really got complicated. (06/17/2008)

American Apparel sells the "Cadillac of vibrators" Sarah Hepola
Get your hoodies and your Hitachi Magic Wand in one convenient place. (06/17/2008)

Angry women? Not so fast Rebecca Traister
Don't paint female Hillary supporters as wackadoo McCain voters. (06/17/2008)

Gay men and straight women have similar brains Sarah Hepola
Old stand-up comedy jokes find a new scientific basis. (06/17/2008)

The sex lives of animals Catherine Price
A new exhibit in New York reveals that creatures in the wild do a lot more than what you see on the Discovery Channel. (06/17/2008)

Octogenarian lesbian brides tie the knot Katharine Mieszkowski
Tear-jerker alert! Celebrating San Francisco's first same-sex marriage. (06/17/2008)

Press release of the day: The "fertile turtle" resort package Catherine Price
Do you find baby sea turtles arousing? Have we got the vacation package for you! (06/17/2008)

Pro-life pharmacies Catherine Price
As if it weren't enough to refuse to dispense contraceptives, a growing number of drugstores won't even stock them. (06/17/2008)

Iran tackles summertime sin Tracy Clark-Flory
As the weather heats up, police crack down on dress code violations. (06/17/2008)

And Obama's veep is ... a Republican? By Mike Madden
Some are buzzing about Chuck Hagel, a strong critic of Bush and the war, for the Democratic ticket. A bold idea or political fantasy? (06/17/2008)

In Iraq to stay By Tom Engelhardt
The press is finally reporting on the U.S. mega-bases in Iraq that the Bush administration wants to make permanent. (06/17/2008)

Election 2008: Declare a forfeit By Gary Kamiya
To avoid humiliating a once-great party and subjecting America to more painful glimpses of McCain's ideas and teeth, the mercy rule must be invoked now. (06/17/2008)

The company we keep Glenn Greenwald
House Democratic leaders are working hard to enact legislation this week to replicate the eavesdropping policies of Russia and Zimbabwe. (06/17/2008)

Targeting Steny Hoyer for his contempt for the rule of law Glenn Greenwald
Efforts are under way to disrupt the plans of the House Democratic leadership to give the president warrantless eavesdropping powers and the telecom industry full-fledged amnesty. (06/17/2008)

John Yoo's ongoing falsehoods in service of limitless government power Glenn Greenwald
Bush's war crimes theorist claims that the Supreme Court protected "Al Qaeda terrorists" who were "captured fighting against the U.S." Both claims are false. (06/17/2008)

Clinton and Obama, together at last Alex Koppelman
No, it's not for a joint ticket -- just a joint appearance. (06/17/2008)

Survey: Youth vote nearly doubled for 2008 primaries and caucuses Justin Jouvenal
Observers are always skeptical about turnout by young voters, but it appears to be way up this year. Will it matter? (06/17/2008)

Senate report says Pentagon skewed timeline on interrogation Alex Koppelman
A Senate committee finds that there are major holes in Pentagon officials' stories about the decision to use certain interrogation tactics at Guantánamo. (06/17/2008)

McCain's new ad goes green Mike Madden
John McCain keeps up his pitch for independent voters with a new commercial about global warming. (06/17/2008)

DNC heads back to court over McCain Mike Madden
The committee says it'll try again to sue federal election authorities, hoping they'll crack down on John McCain's campaign spending. (06/17/2008)

MoveOn, AFSCME hit McCain on Iraq Alex Koppelman
The groups' new ad goes for voters' emotions, and targets John McCain's comments about staying in Iraq for 100 years. (06/17/2008)

The new racist, anti-Obama fashion statement Alex Koppelman
One vendor in Texas makes no bones about pins promoting a racist attitude toward the presumptive Democratic nominee. (06/17/2008)

MLB replay: It's heresy! But it's OK King Kaufman
Baseball should get home run calls right without going down the NFL's tedious road. (06/17/2008)

Baseball's firing line King Kaufman
Randolph of the Mets and Bavasi of the Mariners pay for unrealistic expectations. (06/17/2008)

How my vendetta against the Benetton family was born Andrew Leonard
Another cashier reads from a script; another rent is torn in the fabric of civilized society. There is no escape. But we can bitch. (06/17/2008)

Made of steel: A globalization fable Andrew Leonard
The saga of Bayou Steel stretches from the banks of the Mississippi to the Taj Mittal (06/17/2008)

Spore Creature Creator: Proof that this game will rule Farhad Manjoo
Download a sneak peek of Will Wright's much-anticipated evolution simulator. (06/17/2008)

Scott Bateman: "I am the favored robot ruler"
Kristen Schaal plays the fearsome overlord who will control all of us! (06/16/2008)

Big Think: Robert Butler wants you to stay young
The president of the International Longevity Center talks about how we can slow aging. (06/16/2008)

Monday roundup: Hulk vs. Shakespeare Andrew O'Hehir
"Hulk" director says superhero flicks are boring! So I'm off to a 10-hour Japanese film. Also: A.P.'s wacky war against the blogosphere. (06/16/2008)

Summer reads By Salon staff
Past perfect: From a sinister Victorian thriller to the lush life of Louis XIV's mistress, these historical novels will take you back in time. (06/16/2008)

I stood on principle and was harshly reprimanded By Cary Tennis
I refuse to apologize for taking a stand that is in the best interests of the company. (06/16/2008)

The "angry white women" problem Sarah Hepola
Are female Clinton supporters really planning to leave their party to vote for John McCain? (06/16/2008)

Turns out, advertising stereotypes men too Judy Berman
A look at some of the worst male-bashing commercials. (06/16/2008)

Outrage of the day: Children's salon boom Kate Harding
The feminist in me hates the trend, but as a little girl, I would have eaten this up. (06/16/2008)

Heart disease is a feminist issue Kate Harding
Diabetic women get less intensive treatment for their heart disease than men do. (06/16/2008)

Roundup on gay marriage Judy Berman
With California's same-sex wedding ceremonies starting Monday, news outlets wonder: Are couples feeling ambivalent? And do gay men have bigger penises? (06/16/2008)

Gambling with science By Eliza Strickland
Determined to defeat lawsuits over addiction, the casino industry is funding research at a Harvard-affiliated lab. (06/16/2008)

Why Obama should pick Hillary Clinton as veep By Ed Kilgore
The case for an Obama-Clinton ticket, also known as, you got any better ideas? (06/16/2008)

Why Obama should NOT pick Hillary Clinton as veep By Thomas F. Schaller
He would lose his claim to being the candidate of change -- and probably wouldn't get any swing states in return. (06/16/2008)

The rantings of hateful leftists and Arab paranoids Glenn Greenwald
Back in 2003, the administration scornfully attacked anyone who suggested that the U.S. would seek to establish permanent military bases in Iraq. (06/16/2008)

Obama on Father's Day Joan Walsh
A tough, moving speech about absent fathers, including his own. (06/17/2008)

Newt Gingrich, supreme fear-monger Glenn Greenwald
With one radical policy after the next, the former GOP speaker warns that we will "lose a city" unless we give up our core constitutional liberties. (06/16/2008)

John Edwards not ruling out veep slot Alex Koppelman
In an interview, the former senator and one-time vice-presidential nominee doesn't categorically deny interest in trying for the job again. (06/16/2008)

Plouffe discusses Obama's map to victory Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama's campaign manager lays out his strategy for an Electoral College win, and discounts the importance of two states that had been key battlegrounds. (06/16/2008)

Lanny Davis joins Fox News Alex Koppelman
Davis, a special counsel to the president in the Clinton White House and a dogged surrogate for Hillary Clinton, becomes a contributor to the network. (06/16/2008)

Former Clinton campaign manager joining Obama staff Alex Koppelman and Mike Madden
Patti Solis Doyle, who ran Hillary Clinton's campaign until February, will be the chief of staff to Obama's running mate once he (or she) is chosen. (06/16/2008)

Obama says he'll visit Iraq, Afghanistan Alex Koppelman
The presumptive Democratic nominee, who's been criticized by Republicans for not visiting Iraq recently, said Monday that he wants to go to both before Election Day. (06/16/2008)

Gore to endorse Obama Monday night Alex Koppelman
The former vice president will make an official announcement during a joint appearance with the presumptive Democratic nominee. (06/16/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Responding to unsubtle jabs about its candidate's age and unfamiliarity with the Internet, the McCain campaign gets a little snippy. (06/16/2008)

More on Kucinich and impeachment Alex Koppelman
A vote last week means that articles of impeachment the Ohio congressman introduced are almost certainly doomed. (06/16/2008)

Gore endorses Obama Alex Koppelman
The former vice president throws his support behind the presumptive Democratic nominee, describing him as a man who can bring needed change to the U.S. and the world. (06/17/2008)

Superstar rules help the Lakers King Kaufman
Bryant gets a key non-call to help L.A. send the NBA Finals back to Boston for Game 6. (06/16/2008)

"Home run, Daddy!" King Kaufman
Miami second baseman Jemile Weeks' dad provides the best call of the College World Series -- on a cellphone. (06/16/2008)

Turkey tops the Celtics' comeback King Kaufman
Three goals in final 15 minutes of regulation give the Turks a stunner of a win over the Czech Republic at Euro 2008. Plus: Soccer letters. (06/16/2008)

Saudi Arabia to the rescue? Andrew Leonard
The New York Times says the kingdom is planning to pump more oil than ever. But energy traders shrug, and prices hit another record high (06/16/2008)

U.S. aircraft carrier "propa-manga" Andrew Leonard
As the nuclear-powered George Washington sails toward Japan, the Navy attempts to win Japanese hearts and minds with a comic book. (06/16/2008)

Gas prices and bicycles Andrew Leonard
A short and sweet equation (06/16/2008)

Is Obama a protectionist? Andrew Leonard
In Michigan, the candidate says we can't turn back the tide of globalization, but not all trade agreements make sense. Is he contradicting himself? Or just being nuanced? (06/16/2008)

What's wrong with Obama's FightTheSmears.com By Farhad Manjoo
Obama's new site tries to fight ugly rumors by getting people to e-mail the truth to their friends. The strategy could backfire. (06/16/2008)

Critics' Picks
What you need to see, read, do this week: Quintessential Lynda Barry, a fetishistic femme fatale and one wacky season of "Weeds." (06/14/2008)

Obama on the campaign trail
He wins on Social Security and taxes, stumbles on Jim Johnson and shows he'll fight back on smears and rumors. (06/14/2008)

Finale wrap-up: "Battlestar Galactica" By Heather Havrilesky
What the frack?!! "Battlestar" is known for its shocking finales, but this one may be the most mind-blowing of them all. (06/14/2008)

Bad Dad Gift Guide By Steve Almond
From Darth Vader to Pete Doherty, Salon presents a lighthearted list of the 10 worst fathers ever and the presents they deserve. (06/14/2008)

Ardor in the court, Part 2 By Alan Berlow
Salon reported on an alleged affair between judge and prosecutor in a Texas murder trial. Now, days before Charles Hood's scheduled execution, his lawyers make the allegation in court papers. (06/14/2008)

Tim Russert, one of the good guys By Walter Shapiro
There was no artifice in the "Meet the Press" host. The best political questioner on TV seemed the same guy off-camera as on. (06/14/2008)

Obama's first week, one-on-one with McCain Joan Walsh
He wins on Social Security and taxes, stumbles on Jim Johnson and shows he'll fight back on smears and rumors. (06/14/2008)

Various items Glenn Greenwald
Right-wing figures call for the president to ignore the Supreme Court and for the shooting deaths of dissidents. Journalists demand that their subjects be treated respectfully. Democratic capitulation on FISA is imminent. (06/14/2008)

Kinky underwear in Antarctica Andrew O'Hehir
Opening this week: Farmiga's feral femme fatale, Herzog at the South Pole, a true-life gay love story, the amazing "Blue Planet" and more. (06/13/2008)

Everyone hates the Tonys By Sarah Hepola
But those big-belting dames and over-the-top dance numbers bring out my inner theater geek -- and give my heart a wedgie. (06/13/2008)

"The Incredible Hulk" By Stephanie Zacharek
The big, angry green guy is back in this booming picture. Sure, it's a fantasy -- but is it too much to hope for a little believability? (06/13/2008)

Bateman: Barack Obama on healthcare
"Year after year, election after election, candidates make promises ... and nothing changes." (06/13/2008)

Who will win the Latino vote?
Alex Koppelman on a new poll showing Obama leading McCain with this growing voting bloc. (06/13/2008)

"The Happening" By Mary Elizabeth Williams
Suicide is painless. Can the same be said of M. Night Shyamalan's latest scare flick, in which people off themselves in countless ingenious ways? (06/13/2008)

Rushdie the romantic By Laura Miller
In Salman Rushdie's satisfying fairy tale "The Enchantress of Florence," magic and history entwine -- and so do a middle-aged emperor and a sexy princess. (06/13/2008)

WayLay By Carol Lay
Jumping, for a guy? Is he that great, or am I that nuts? (06/13/2008)

From shortcake to tart Amy Benfer
What have marketers done to the beloved toys of my youth? (06/13/2008)

Baby mama drama By Miles Marshall Lewis
How did an urban slang insult cross over into the political mainstream, and why is it so offensive? (06/13/2008)

"She had her mouth on my dad's penis!" Kate Harding
The controversial case of the nursing-home lovers. (06/13/2008)

Men, talk among yourselves Rachel Shukert
One woman asks the question: Are men boring? (Well, are they?) (06/13/2008)

Hard drive By Tracy Clark-Flory
Human males have yet to evolve flesh-eating sperm like some animals, but their biological imperative for sex has made them into the creatures they are today. (06/13/2008)

Quote of the day Kate Harding
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick on the recent announcement that his daughter is a lesbian. (06/13/2008)

Michelle Obama Watch Kate Harding
A new Web site tracks the most egregious examples of racism and sexism directed at the potential first lady. (06/13/2008)

I'm secretly addicted to porn By Cary Tennis
My girlfriend thinks I just play computer games a lot! (06/13/2008)

Girl crush: "Top Chef's" Stephanie Izard Sarah Hepola
It's rare that the person who deserves to win actually does -- and makes Bravo history, to boot. (06/13/2008)

What happened to McCain the reformer? By Joe Conason
He should follow Obama's lead and tell his rich supporters that he won't tolerate vicious advertising paid for with sewer money. (06/13/2008)

Supreme Court to Bush: You're not above the law By James Ross
The court's latest rebuke of Guantanamo Bay won't close the prison down. But it's a step toward curbing Bush's unilateral tactics. (06/13/2008)

Conservatism vs. authoritarianism: The British vs. the U.S. right Glenn Greenwald
While British conservatives oppose mild increases in government detention and surveillance powers, American "conservatives" support endless expansion of those powers. (06/13/2008)

Debating debates Alex Koppelman and Mike Madden
The McCain and Obama camps are now sniping at each other over John McCain's proposal to hold 10 joint town halls. (06/13/2008)

Gauging the Latino vote Alex Koppelman
Democrats had worried about Barack Obama's appeal to the rapidly expanding demographic, but a recent poll shows he may not have much to worry about. (06/13/2008)

Iraqi leader: Talks on security hit "dead end" Alex Koppelman
The prime minister of Iraq says U.S. proposals for a security deal don't respect Iraqi sovereignty. (06/13/2008)

Russert dead from apparent heart attack Alex Koppelman
Tim Russert, host of NBC's "Meet the Press," was 58. (06/13/2008)

Clark: "What does John McCain really believe?" Alex Koppelman
Appearing on MSNBC Friday, retired Gen. Wesley Clark has some harsh words for the presumptive GOP nominee. (06/13/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Breaking down Justice Antonin Scalia's reasoning on detainees at Guantanamo. (06/13/2008)

McCains owe more than 100K in credit card debt Alex Koppelman
The exact total, which was revealed in Senate financial disclosure records released Friday, is not yet clear. (06/13/2008)

Tennessee Dem leader suggests Obama has terrorist connections Katharine Mieszkowski
With friends like these, who needs Republicans? (06/13/2008)

It's OK, boys: Score first! King Kaufman
Just when ESPN retires its graphic, second-goal scorers take a back seat at Euro 2008. (06/13/2008)

O Perez! My Perez! King Kaufman
Odalis and Oliver are confusing enough. Oneli's struggles in the minors save us more trouble. (06/13/2008)

Celtics take control with huge comeback King Kaufman
Chopping down a 24-point lead, Boston wins to put the Lakers at death's door. (06/13/2008)

The wheel thing
One of the greatest feuds in history: Bikes vs. cars. This week, members of Salon's community, Table Talk, try to find middle ground. (06/13/2008)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
The smell of smoke in the cockpit, and it's back to Boston for a planeload of fixated Japanese tourists. (06/13/2008)

Tell us how you really feel about Social Security, John McCain Andrew Leonard
On Thursday the candidate said he had "never" supported privatization. Did he forget his vote for George Bush's Social Security plan? (06/13/2008)

The joys of being a friend of Angelo Mozilo Andrew Leonard
Portfolio Magazine has the scoop on exactly how Washington insiders benefited from Countrywide's care and affection (06/13/2008)

Graduation day Andrew Leonard
Guess whose name kept popping up at elementary and middle school commencement ceremonies in Berkeley, California? Hint: It wasn't John McCain's (06/13/2008)

The real high-school musical By Mark Schone
Forget Zac Efron and his singing, dancing friends. These real, live high-school musical videos deserve a standing ovation. (06/12/2008)

Finale wrap-up: "Top Chef" By Heather Havrilesky
The judges bring this season's delicious bowl of cheftastic goodness to a most satisfying conclusion. (06/12/2008)

Bateman: John McCain's "2013"
Actual audio from the candidate's eerie, sci-fi Web ad. (06/12/2008)

The iPhone is coming!
Farhad Manjoo can't wait to play games on the new model. (06/12/2008)

A high-school musical medley
Salon picks the best real high-school musicals from the Web. (06/12/2008)

Sex, death and the city (i.e., Prague) Andrew O'Hehir
Smoldering Ana Geislerová lights up the screen in a dark, sexy blend of romance and social satire, one of the year's best foreign flicks. (06/12/2008)

The Little Tramp's killer comedy Andrew O'Hehir
How Charlie Chaplin's poisonously dark "Monsieur Verdoux" drove the audience away -- and was embraced by critics and filmmakers as a masterpiece. (06/12/2008)

Kiss my ass By Louis Bayard
For years America has desperately tried to outlaw sodomy and other sex acts like fellatio and cunnilingus. What are we so scared of? (06/12/2008)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
You've seen it before: Hip black guy vs. cranky old white guy. (06/12/2008)

My whole family is alcoholic. How to protect the kids? By Cary Tennis
My mom says she won't drink when she's around them, but then she'll have a beer. (06/12/2008)

Parental consent laws gone amok Amy Benfer
A Georgia mother gets jail for illegally signing a form so that her son's girlfriend could get an abortion. (06/12/2008)

When panic attacks! By Meredith Maran
America is the most anxious country on the planet. So will I ever learn to live with my fear, racing heart and disaster scenarios? (06/12/2008)

Are all women a little bit bi? Sarah Hepola
A new documentary looks at the complicated nature of female sexuality. (06/12/2008)

Geeks gone wild Catherine Price
Are the Nerd Girls set to redefine our image of female engineers? (06/12/2008)

Judge Alex Kozinski regrets posting those pictures Catherine Price
Is it a good idea for public figures to host porn on their public Web sites? You be the judge. (06/12/2008)

Dancing with the New Tsars By Clare Foges
With their tricked-out yachts, trained servants and diamond-frosted toys, newly rich Russians have invaded London -- and thrown Britain's elite into a royal tizzy. (06/12/2008)

In a blow to Bush, the Supreme Court restores habeas corpus
The text of the court's historic decision to strike down part of the Military Commissions Act and affirm the right of Guantánamo prisoners to challenge their detention. (06/12/2008)

Supreme Court restores habeas corpus, strikes down key part of Military Commissions Act Glenn Greenwald
"Security subsists, too, in fidelity to freedom's first principles. Chief among these are freedom from arbitrary and unlawful restraint." (06/12/2008)

Coming to a Kabuki theater near you -- the search for a vice president By Walter Shapiro
Every four years, the who-for-No.-2 drama follows the same insincere rituals, from comically straining to soothing the party's base. (06/12/2008)

Displaced Iraqis to return -- but to where? By Anna Badkhen
Thanks to a law meant to quell sectarian violence, returning refugees who find their homes occupied cannot kick them out. (06/12/2008)

Oh no they didn't Joan Walsh
Counting the ways in which Fox News calling Barack Obama's wife his "baby mama" is so, so, so wrong. (06/13/2008)

Longtime reporter: "Bloggers have taught me a lesson" about dependency on sources Glenn Greenwald
"The problem with all that, I've come to realize, is that I got too close to the people I covered." (06/12/2008)

Polling the polls Justin Jouvenal
Don't look now, but Barack Obama leads John McCain by more than George Bush ever led John Kerry. (06/12/2008)

A Huck-a-pundit for Fox Mike Madden
Mike Huckabee finally lands the TV gig some people thought he was seeking all along. (06/12/2008)

Louisiana schools open to creationism? Vincent Rossmeier
Wednesday, the Louisiana House passed a bill that would allow teachers to promote "critical thinking." Critics say it's just intelligent design in a new package. (06/12/2008)

Obama won't be at town hall tonight Alex Koppelman
John McCain had wanted to kick off his proposed series at New York City's Federal Hall, but the launch will have to wait for another time. (06/12/2008)

Supreme Court rules in favor of Guantánamo detainees Alex Koppelman
The ruling, decided by a 5-4 vote, is the third time the court has ruled against the Bush administration in a case involving the detainees. (06/12/2008)

Penn spreads the blame around Alex Koppelman
The former chief strategist for Hillary Clinton's campaign has borne the brunt of the criticism in her loss, but he's not ready to admit his role. (06/12/2008)

Fox News responds Alex Koppelman
The network blames "poor judgment" for the description of Michelle Obama as "Obama's baby mama." (06/12/2008)

Sonics to Seattle: Screw us? Screw you!
Owners argue that poor attendance means city doesn't care about team -- which owners have destroyed and tried to move. (06/12/2008)

(Feigned) death on the soccer pitch By King Kaufman
The ugly part of the Beautiful Game: A defender lies motionless -- but unhurt -- during a scramble in front of his goal at Euro 2008. (06/12/2008)

Obama's new pro Wal-Mart economist Andrew Leonard
Organized labor isn't crazy about Jason Furman, but he's still a far cry from what you'll find on the other side of the political aisle (06/12/2008)

As promised, an economic stimulus Andrew Leonard
Americans boosted their shopping in May. What happened to all those well-meaning promises to pay down debt and sock away savings? (06/12/2008)

The king of beer mergers Andrew Leonard
Will patriotic Americans stand by while a foreign brewery chugs down red-white-and-blue Budweiser? Or will they say, good riddance! (06/12/2008)

Again: The new iPhone is not "half the price" of the old one Farhad Manjoo
Digging in on the iPhone price tag. (06/12/2008)

Bateman: Kucinich's articles of impeachment
Actual audio from the Ohio lawmaker's articles of impeachment of President Bush. (06/11/2008)

Strange but true By James Hannaham
Composer Stew bares all about his raucous Broadway hit "Passing Strange" -- and why his song "We Just Had Sex" won't be on TV on Tony night. (06/11/2008)

My Paulina, my country By Ariel Dorfman
During the making of a film about my exile from Chile, I finally met the anonymous woman who saved my life during Pinochet's murderous reign. (06/11/2008)

Clint vs. Spike: WWII racial grudge match! Andrew O'Hehir
A British paper lures Eastwood and Lee into an unfortunate feud. Here's the real question: Which of their films should the other one have made? (06/11/2008)

On being a Broadway outsider
Stew talks about his Tony-nominated musical, "Passing Strange." (06/11/2008)

Not quite Americans By Whitney Joiner
Sexual assault, enslavement, no medical care -- Peter Orner, author of an oral history of illegal immigrants, discusses the nightmares experienced by this vulnerable population. (06/11/2008)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
A shot for hepatitis B minutes after birth? (We're deciding on vaccines for the baby.) (06/11/2008)

I went to L.A. to work in film and just got yelled at By Cary Tennis
Should I convert to Judaism, go backpacking in Thailand, or move back to Florida near my parents? (06/11/2008)

Food for thought of the day Lynn Harris
Save women's reproductive decision making, save the planet. (06/11/2008)

Michelle Obama, fashionista Rachel Shukert
The media compares the presidential candidate's wife to Jackie Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn ... and Barbara Bush? (06/11/2008)

Guilt by abortion association Lynn Harris
Could RU-486 help treat, like, everything? We may never know. (06/11/2008)

"Virginity is more important to me than life" Judy Berman
The disturbing increase in hymenoplasty surgery among European Muslim women. (06/11/2008)

Quote of the day Sarah Hepola
Katie Couric speaks out on how sexism hurt the Clinton campaign. (06/11/2008)

Old McDonald had a pharm By Elizabeth Svoboda
And genetically modified his goats and chickens to produce drugs for humans. But hold on. Should we be doing this to animals? (06/11/2008)

He's a young black guy, and that's a problem for some folks By Garrison Keillor
But Barack Obama has gifts that transcend race and his own slim résumé. (06/11/2008)

Going down with the Titanic? Joan Walsh
Chris Matthews frames the decision between Obama and McCain as whether to stay in the big doomed ship or jump into a lifeboat. (06/11/2008)

John McCain then and now Glenn Greenwald
"On the transcendent issues, on the most important issues of our day, I've been totally in agreement and support of President Bush." (06/11/2008)

Obama's best veep choice By Camille Paglia
Here's a hint: She's not Hillary! Plus: Talk radio's paranoid delusions and a Brazilian diva Madonna could aspire to. (06/11/2008)

Bush says he regrets tone on Iraq Alex Koppelman
In an interview, the president says some of his remarks on the war "indicated to people that I was, you know, not a man of peace." (06/11/2008)

Horton ad maker strikes again Alex Koppelman
In a new spot, Floyd Brown -- who produced the infamous Willie Horton ad -- attacks Barack Obama on religion. (06/11/2008)

McCain: Timeline of Iraq withdrawal "not too important" Alex Koppelman
Democrats are taking advantage of some unartful comments from John McCain, but his campaign says that his words are being twisted. (06/11/2008)

Fox News calls Michelle Obama "Obama's baby mama" Alex Koppelman
An on-screen graphic displayed the description during a segment about attacks on the wife of the presumptive Democratic nominee. (06/12/2008)

Conservatives angry at Bush over his statement of regret Alex Koppelman
Bloggers on the right are attacking President Bush for not sticking to his guns on previous statements he'd made about the war in Iraq. (06/11/2008)

James Johnson resigns from Obama team Alex Koppelman
Johnson couldn't survive the controversy over his ties to a company involved in the subprime crisis. (06/11/2008)

Get ready for the attacks on Michelle Obama Vincent Rossmeier
Conservatives are already trying to paint Barack Obama's wife as bitter and anti-American. (06/11/2008)

Quote of the day Justin Jouvenal
How is the Republican Party like a cheesy '80's movie? (06/11/2008)

Lakers beat Celtics: Was the fix in again? King Kaufman
It's a big problem for the NBA that disgraced ex-ref Tim Donaghy's allegations of rigged games in the '02 and '05 playoffs ring true. (06/11/2008)

Obama's big fat Countrywide mess Andrew Leonard
Whether he jumped or was pushed, veep vetter James Johnson is gone. Will the campaign do better the next time it gets caught in a toxic housing bust tarpit? (06/11/2008)

The perils of international online dating Andrew Leonard
Can an e-mail trail help determine whether a marriage was made in "good faith"? (06/11/2008)

Oil executives: "What do they know?" Andrew Leonard
A lobbyist for the futures industry dismisses talk of a fundamental price for oil, and threatens "retaliation" if U.S. politicians boost regulation. (06/11/2008)

Glassdoor.com shows Apple's minions work for peanuts Farhad Manjoo
A new site will tell you if your bosses are underpaying you. (06/11/2008)

The mystery of Obamacon-ism Andrew Leonard
Milton Friedman's son thinks Barack Obama is not so bad. What has the world come to? (06/11/2008)

Sexism still matters
Rebecca Traister urges us to keep the conversation going even after Clinton's concession. (06/10/2008)

Red State Update: Send Obama and McCain to Iraq!
Jackie and Dunlap on entertaining the troops. (06/10/2008)

Bateman: "How low can LiLo's ex go?"
Actual audio from the reality show "Living Lohan," in which Dina Lohan tries to identify a questionable picture of her daughter. (06/10/2008)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
The week that was: So they're uniting behind a youthful, compelling candidate, and we've got ... OK then. (06/10/2008)

This is a Bust! Judy Berman
Celebrating 15 years of the feminist magazine for "women with something to get off their chests." (06/10/2008)

Will my boyfriend ever want kids and marriage? By Cary Tennis
He recoils at the idea now, but he's only 26. Should I assume he'll change? Or move on? (06/10/2008)

Let's keep talking about sexism Rebecca Traister
Discussing the effects of sexism remains important even after Hillary Clinton's concession. (06/10/2008)

Can I get this abstinence message in a medium? Annsley Chapman
Kmart sells "True Love Waits" sweatpants but denies trying to promote the cause. (06/10/2008)

Massachusetts declares a "public health emergency" Catherine Price
Domestic-violence-related deaths are up, and Gov. Duval Patrick has announced plans to try to help. (06/10/2008)

Hot moms of the world, unite! Catherine Price
You've got yourselves an anthem. (06/10/2008)

"I now pronounce you wife and wife" Katharine Mieszkowski
Meet the lesbian pioneers who will be San Francisco's first legally married same-sex couple. (06/10/2008)

The mother-daughter wars By Phyllis Chesler
Rebecca Walker's denunciation of feminism and her mother Alice Walker has a lot to teach us about the choices women make and the daughters who judge them. (06/10/2008)

The insanity inside Guantánamo By Jennifer Daskal and Stacy Sullivan
A new report reveals that a number of prisoners -- even some long ago cleared to leave -- are spiraling into hallucinations, despair and suicide. (06/10/2008)

The White House and Abramoff: 70 more contacts revealed
A congressional investigation finds that Bush administration officials had more interaction with disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff than previously disclosed. (06/10/2008)

Relax, liberals. You've already won By Michael Lind
No matter who prevails at the ballot box in November, John McCain or Barack Obama, the four-decade-long conservative counterrevolution is over. (06/10/2008)

The mix master By Gary Kamiya
Barack Obama's candidacy spells the end of the one-drop rule and the beginning of a painful but necessary exploration of the real meaning of race in America. (06/10/2008)

NYT circulates fear-mongering claims on FISA debate Glenn Greenwald
The White House and Congress prepare to tell Americans: If you want to stay safe, you must give the president the power to spy on you without warrants, and immunize telecoms from the consequences of lawbreaking. (06/10/2008)

How bleak is the picture for Republicans? Alex Koppelman
Observers suggest dozens of GOP House seats could be up for grabs this fall, and the Republican Senatorial Campaign Committee has set some very low expectations for that body. (06/10/2008)

Rep. Kucinich introduces articles of impeachment Alex Koppelman
The maverick Ohio lawmaker took up the House floor for hours Monday reading his list of President Bush's alleged crimes, but the effort is certain to come to naught. (06/10/2008)

Debate over contractor immunity hampers Iraq-U.S. deal Alex Koppelman
The issue is apparently stalling progress as the two countries negotiate over a long-term U.S. troop presence in Iraq. (06/10/2008)

Clinton asks her delegates to support Obama Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton has been calling delegates pledged to her and asking them to vote for her one-time rival, but hasn't technically "released" them. (06/10/2008)

Paul planning his own convention Alex Koppelman
Texas Rep. Ron Paul has booked enough space for 11,000 of his supporters to meet while the Republican convention goes on nearby. (06/10/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Fox's E.D. Hill says Barack and Michelle Obama's "fist bump" wasn't reminiscent of terrorists after all. (06/10/2008)

Dem congressman won't endorse Obama Alex Koppelman
Oklahoma Rep. Dan Boren says he will vote for Barack Obama, at the polls and the party convention, but that Obama is too liberal for his constituents. (06/10/2008)

Breaking down McCain's speech on the economy Justin Jouvenal
Despite his reputation for "straight talk," an address the presumptive Republican nominee gave on Tuesday has some factual issues. (06/10/2008)

Discussion of potential Obama running mates heats up Alex Koppelman
The people helping Barack Obama choose a vice-presidential nominee were on Capitol Hill Tuesday, but one prominent possibility took his name out of the running. (06/11/2008)

Schilling on Kobe: "Pissed off and ranting" King Kaufman
The Red Sox star takes in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and finds himself shocked by Bryant, the officials and all that pounding. (06/10/2008)

The Cedric Benson Index King Kaufman
The Chicago Bears waive the underachieving running back after his second alcohol arrest in five weeks. (06/10/2008)

Oil price conspiracy theorists: Rev your engines Andrew Leonard
Last week short-sellers bet that the price of oil would drop. They were very wrong, but sooner or later they'll be right -- at least for a little while. (06/10/2008)

Judge's "fire in the hole" YouTube punishment makes matters worse Farhad Manjoo
A stupid prank -- kids throw drinks at drive-through workers -- hits the big time. (06/10/2008)

Land of the free, home of the underinsured Andrew Leonard
An explanation for American anxiety attacks -- a sharp decline in the quality of health insurance during the Bush economy. (06/10/2008)

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. (06/10/2008)

Hop aboard my Smart car taxi! Farhad Manjoo
If you're in San Francisco, let me give you a ride. (06/10/2008)

Bateman: Atom Age Vampire, Part 18
The police arrive at Dr. Levin's mad-science fun house and find souvenirs from Hiroshima! (06/09/2008)

Big Think: "There's room for music in social issues"
Wyclef Jean reflects on life in Haiti, immigrating to America and the business and politics of music. (06/09/2008)

"Top Chef's" top dog By Sarah Hepola
In this interview and podcast, Tom Colicchio dishes on his favorite contestants, how our food obsession sprang from disco's demise, and why he's nothing like Gordon Ramsay. (06/09/2008)

Summer reads By Salon staff
True confessions: From a trek through the American West to a life filled with music, these memoirs will whisk you away. (06/09/2008)

I'm almost 23 and still afraid of sex By Cary Tennis
I'd like to relax, but traumatic memories come rushing back. (06/09/2008)

And baby daddy makes three Katharine Mieszkowski
Memoirist Mary Pols talks about coparenting with her one-night stand. (06/09/2008)

Always a bridesmaid -- who can afford that? Kate Harding
It's not merely the cost of weddings that's out of control. It's the cost of being a part of them. (06/09/2008)

Clinton news roundup Sarah Hepola
What does the end of her historic presidential campaign mean for women? (06/09/2008)

Today in sex: A roundup Amy Benfer
Married couples who do it every day, affairs that can be forgiven and a history of vibrators that bring "a glow to the face." (06/09/2008)

Fashion! Espionage! Midsize sedans! Kate Harding
Toyota's curious advertising campaign to lure black women. (06/09/2008)

Ask Pablo By Pablo Päster
I'm planning my summer vacation. Is it more ecological to fly or drive? (06/09/2008)

McCain: To Russia, without love By Mark Benjamin
John McCain and his national security advisor both want to get tough with Russia -- but one of them got paid to say so. Does McCain have another lobbyist problem? (06/09/2008)

Battle of the skyscrapers By Ulrike Knöfel, Frank Hornig and Bernhard Zand
A building frenzy is raging in Asia, Russia and the Persian Gulf. And cities like New York don't have the money to compete. Will the West soon look outdated? (06/09/2008)

Comcast censors criticisms of itself and Rep. Carney Glenn Greenwald
The telecom and cable operator rejects an ad, run by numerous other stations and newspapers, bringing to light its lawbreaking and the actions of a congressman who receives substantial donations from Comcast. (06/09/2008)

Return of the gas tax Alex Koppelman
John McCain is pitching the idea of a gas tax holiday to voters again, despite experts' derision of the idea. (06/09/2008)

Why McCain's gas tax proposal is a good idea Alex Koppelman
Experts agree a holiday from the federal gas tax wouldn't do consumers much good, but the idea could still be a real political boon for John McCain. (06/09/2008)

The return of Willie Horton Alex Koppelman
The adman responsible for the notorious spot is raising money for negative ads aimed at Barack Obama; the first has already been shown to be inaccurate. (06/09/2008)

Breaking news: There are crazy people on the Internet Alex Koppelman
Conservative bloggers are in an uproar over items posted to Barack Obama's Web site, even though it's clear the material had nothing to do with the official campaign. (06/09/2008)

Obama's vetting problem Alex Koppelman
James Johnson, one of three people charged with helping Barack Obama select a running mate, is scrutinized over his connections to a controversial mortgage executive. (06/09/2008)

Obama camp reacts to Johnson story Alex Koppelman
In talking points, Barack Obama's campaign says revelations about loans taken out by a member of its veep search team are "overblown." (06/09/2008)

Touché, Senator McCain Alex Koppelman
John McCain unveils his new response to the accusation that his presidency would be like a third term for George W. Bush. (06/09/2008)

Celtics: The big lead King Kaufman
They let it get away in Game 2, but held on to beat the Lakers. Now they have it in the NBA Finals, but have to hit the treacherous road. (06/09/2008)

Rays MVP: Coco Crisp? King Kaufman
The Red Sox outfielder did Tampa Bay a favor when he ducked under pitcher James Shields' punch. (06/09/2008)

Who doesn't understand the economy? Andrew Leonard
As Obama sets forth his economic plan, McCain takes pains to remind Americans of his own confession of ignorance. (06/09/2008)

iPhone pre-launch: Looking "Inside Steve's Brain" Farhad Manjoo
Author Leander Kahney on Steve Jobs' success. (06/09/2008)

"Kung Fu Panda's" inside joke Andrew Leonard
Even a copy of a masterwork is worthy of the proper respect. (06/09/2008)

What to expect in the new iPhone Farhad Manjoo
Finding the best guesses in a thicket of rumors. (06/09/2008)

The 3G iPhone: Faster, cheaper, GPS. $199 on July 11 Farhad Manjoo
But the best part is what outside developers will be able to create for the phone. (06/09/2008)

All the president's economic advisors Andrew Leonard
Austan Goolsbee is ready for another close-up, and a Clinton veteran joins Obama's team. Cue the econoblogospheric chatter. (06/09/2008)

The price cut that isn't: "Cheaper" iPhone, pricier data plan Farhad Manjoo
AT&T; raises its service price just as Apple cuts the cost of its phones. (06/09/2008)

How high gas prices could make the world a safer place Andrew Leonard
No more road rage. As every Prius driver knows, maximizing fuel economy leads to Zen peace, safer streets, and joy everlasting (06/09/2008)

Critics' Picks
What you need to see, read, do this week: A great doc about Roman Polanski, Jeff Koons reconsidered, and "bad dates" with Robert De Niro. (06/07/2008)

Clinton prepares to concede
Joan Walsh looks at Hillary Clinton's week of goodbye preparation. (06/07/2008)

Waterlogged By Katharine Mieszkowski
"Bottlemania" author Elizabeth Royte explains how one of life's necessities became an extravagance, denounced by environmentalists and nuns alike. (06/07/2008)

Arraigning the 9/11 suspects, Guantánamo-style By Joanne Mariner
Hearings for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and others here were marred by intimidation, partial censorship and a ruling that left justice in doubt. (06/07/2008)

David Broder: Embodiment of Beltway values Glenn Greenwald
The press corps Dean who led the attempt to drive Bill Clinton from office dismisses the crimes of the Bush years as mere "policy disputes" (06/07/2008)

Clinton endorses Obama Joan Walsh
"I'm going to work my heart out to make sure Senator Obama is the next president." (06/07/2008)

Clinton suspends campaign, endorses Obama Alex Koppelman
On Saturday, Hillary Clinton exited the presidential race, gave enthusiastic support to Barack Obama and spoke of what she and her supporters had accomplished on behalf of the women who'll follow. (06/07/2008)

"Mother of Tears: The Third Mother" By Stephanie Zacharek
Orgies! Eviscerations! Power-crazed witches! As sick and twisted as this horror movie is, it's also full of life. (06/06/2008)

"You Don't Mess With the Zohan" By Stephanie Zacharek
Despite the bare butts and crude sex jokes -- or because of them -- this Adam Sandler vehicle addresses some of the biggest political problems of our time. (06/06/2008)

Rabbit Bites interviews Athene, the "Merciless Gladiator"
The bunnies confront the gamer about his World of Warcraft record and YouTube success. (06/06/2008)

Genghis Khan, Harlan Ellison and RFK Andrew O'Hehir
We haven't exhausted the kids' movies topic yet, believe me! Meanwhile here's a quickie guide to new films opening this week (that I'm not covering). (06/06/2008)

Bateman: "That's not change we can believe in"
A response to John McCain's speech and his attempts to smile. (06/06/2008)

How Karl Rove played politics while people drowned By Paul Alexander
Hurricane Katrina posed a huge test to Bush's administration. But instead of bailing out Louisiana, Karl Rove played Blame the Democrats. (06/06/2008)

WayLay By Carol Lay
How about doing something a little more daring? (06/06/2008)

Why can't I find a relationship that will last? By Cary Tennis
Am I destined to be lonely? Do I pick the wrong men? Why am I still single? (06/06/2008)

Hygiene and the city Logan Scherer
German author Charlotte Roche stirs controversy with a raunchy, feminist novel about female grooming. (06/06/2008)

Girl crush: Sarah Haskins Kate Harding
The satirist we wish "The Daily Show" would hire. (06/06/2008)

Don't forget the gender-neutral lyrics! Kate Harding
West Point alters its school songs to respect female cadets. (06/06/2008)

And the winner is ... Catherine Price
We present you with the world's most yonic building. (06/06/2008)

Single women should be ashamed of themselves! Rachel Shukert
A sex therapist says that if you're unmarried, and you say you're happy, then you must be lying. (06/06/2008)

Arming our own enemies in Iraq By Gareth Porter
Bush officials claim that Iran has supplied grenade launchers to Iraqi militants -- but the real source of the weapons is U.S. negligence. (06/06/2008)

Who will Obama choose as veep? Nope, you're wrong By Walter Shapiro
From Webb to Strickland, there are many names bouncing around the blogosphere. If history serves, it will be none of the above. (06/06/2008)

Democrats, put down your swords By Joe Conason
Mourn defeat, yes, but the destruction wreaked by the Bush administration leaves little room for factional fights and identity politics between today and Nov. 4. (06/06/2008)

NYT front page reports on McCain's reversal on spying, executive power Glenn Greenwald
McCain's behavior on these vital issues completely negates the two attributes the media uses to define him -- his "moderate" ideology and principled independence. (06/06/2008)

Clinton asks supporters to raise money for Obama Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton has reportedly asked her finance committee to shift gears; advisors estimate she can help Obama pull in at least $50 million. (06/06/2008)

Hamas' "unendorsement" of Obama Alex Koppelman
The group reacted negatively to his speech at AIPAC, and now there's talk of Hamas' "unendorsing" Obama, but the whole discussion rests on a faulty premise. (06/06/2008)

Inside the Clinton-Obama meeting Alex Koppelman
There's not much detail on what the two discussed when they met Thursday, but the vice presidency was apparently not on the table. (06/06/2008)

McCain camp debuts new ad with big buy Alex Koppelman
For its first real general election spot, John McCain's campaign is thinking big. (06/06/2008)

"Black President" Alex Koppelman
In a change from this campaign season's music so far, the newest pro-Obama song is actually good. (06/06/2008)

Mr. Obama goes to Virginia Chris Weaver
Barack Obama's focusing on the state as one he can turn Democratic this fall, so it wasn't surprising to see him there very soon after he became his party's presumptive nominee. (06/06/2008)

Did Clinton wait too long to concede? Alex Koppelman
A history professor points to previous examples to suggest that Hillary Clinton isn't alone in waiting a bit before acknowledging her loss. (06/06/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
One San Francisco Chronicle columnist is really, really, really enthusiastic about Barack Obama. (06/06/2008)

Paul Pierce's resurrection King Kaufman
NBA Finals: The Boston forward's dramatic return from a scary-looking injury leads the Celtics to a Game 1 win over the Lakers. (06/06/2008)

Who needs Lakers-Celtics nostalgia? King Kaufman
The NBA Finals are fascinating and exciting on their face. Enough with the obsession over memories of Larry, Magic, Wilt and Russell. (06/06/2008)

What will Bush be remembered for?
The president's legacy, as defined this week by members of Salon's reader community, Table Talk. (06/06/2008)

Summer jobs go missing Andrew Leonard
What happens when you add an oil shock to a housing bust? How about the biggest one-month jump in the unemployment rate in 22 years. (06/06/2008)

"Wind and water are our nuclear power" Andrew Leonard
A small country with big plans, Portugal bets on renewable energy. (06/06/2008)

Who needs tariffs when you have expensive oil? Andrew Leonard
Rising transport costs are changing global terms of trade. Good news for the West's working class, maybe, but for white-collar workers, not so much. (06/06/2008)

A "True Enough" reading in Berkeley Farhad Manjoo
Stop by Cody's on Monday, 7 p.m. (06/06/2008)

Global warming versus a bad economy Andrew Leonard
Why did Ohio's liberal Democrat Sherrod Brown vote with the Republicans to kill a climate change bill? (06/06/2008)

Barney Frank jousts with Larry Kudlow Andrew Leonard
Tax-the-rich meets the ultimate supply-sider. Frank wins the contest on points (06/06/2008)

Ask the pilot By Patrick Smith
When a routine flight is plunged into weirdness after the crew smells smoke, how to deal with a possible emergency -- and a plane full of foreign tourists. (06/06/2008)

Market crashes. Dow down 400 points. Blame Obama Andrew Leonard
Investors didn't panic because of the astonishing jump in oil prices or the sharp uptick in unemployment. They're just terrified at what a President Obama might do to the capital gains tax rate. (06/06/2008)

Bateman: Hillary concedes nothing
And makes no decisions. (06/05/2008)

Hillary supporters fight on Caitlin Shamberg
Clinton fans don't see defeat on Tuesday night. (06/05/2008)

Salon's guide to summer music festivals By Judy Berman and Charly Wilder
Radiohead! Kanye! My Bloody Valentine! Dylan! Here's what to catch -- and what to skip -- on the festival circuit this summer. (06/05/2008)

Cavemen fought over women too
Tracy Clark-Flory on a new finding that reminds us that women have long been the spoils of war. (06/05/2008)

Are you too dumb to vote? By Louis Bayard
Sure, ignorance is rampant among the American electorate, as Rick Shenkman argues. But without The People, there would be no Democracy as we know it. (06/05/2008)

Tom the Dancing Bug By Ruben Bolling
Super-Fun-Pak Comix: Hilarious Only to the British, the Epic/Brutal Report, and more! (06/05/2008)

Your fuel efficiency is so hot Judy Berman
Women prefer men who drive environmentally friendly cars. (06/05/2008)

Iraq, as described by its women Catherine Price
The New York Times is running a five-part series of (wo)man-on-the-street interviews focusing on the female perspective of daily Iraqi life. (06/05/2008)

Stone Age men fought over women Tracy Clark-Flory
A new archaeological find suggests men have long battled over women. (06/05/2008)

My business trip ended with me in four-point restraints! By Cary Tennis
I drank some wine, took my pills, boarded the plane and woke up on a gurney! (06/05/2008)

How crazy are women on reality television? Sarah Hepola
Stars from "The Hills" and "Real Housewives of NYC" get a quick diagnosis from the DSM-IV. (06/05/2008)

Why is Walters talking about Hillary Clinton's backside? Judy Berman
"It's a little smaller on top and fuller on the bottom," the host of "The View" says. (06/05/2008)

Sitting shiva with Hillary By Mike Madden
Before reports surfaced that she would bow out later this week, Hillary Clinton spent the day after Barack Obama's victory campaigning for president -- sort of. (06/05/2008)

The real consequences when America is at war By Chris Hedges
We may not want to admit it, but the war in Iraq is now primarily about murder. (06/05/2008)

The other 18 million By Joan Walsh
Now that Obama has won his history-making bid, it's time for him to start winning over all of Hillary Clinton's constituencies, especially women. (06/05/2008)

Obama taking over DNC, but Dean will remain chairman Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama is moving to take control of the Democratic National Committee, as the party's nominee always does, but there'll be a familiar face at the top. (06/05/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
The majority of Hillary Clinton's supporters from her state's congressional delegation won't be coming to her final campaign event on Saturday; Rep. Charles Rangel explains why. (06/05/2008)

"It's an inquisition, not a trial" Vincent Rossmeier
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, puts on quite a show at his arraignment in Guantánamo. (06/05/2008)

Clinton writes to her supporters Alex Koppelman
As she prepares to exit the race, Hillary Clinton sends an e-mail announcing the event at which the official announcement will be made. (06/05/2008)

Reid: "Lieberman is an important vote for this caucus" Alex Koppelman
The "independent Democrat" from Connecticut gets a talking-to from Obama, but his Senate position looks safe for now, despite his active support of McCain. (06/05/2008)

Obama camp open to helping Clinton with debt Alex Koppelman
A senior advisor to the presumptive Democratic nominee says they haven't yet discussed the issue with Hillary Clinton's staff, though. (06/05/2008)

Clinton camp damping down veep talk Alex Koppelman
Some of her supporters are still making overt efforts to get Clinton on the ticket, but her campaign says it's Obama's choice. (06/05/2008)

Profanity-laced tirade watch: Mariners King Kaufman
This is shocking! Who knew Seattle's manager was named John McLaren? Plus: Lesbian kissing controversy in the Safeco stands. (06/05/2008)

MLB draft: Entertaining the wonks King Kaufman
It's baseball nerd time on ESPN2, and this column's favorite amateur player now belongs to its favorite pro team. (06/05/2008)

Red Wings hang on to win Stanley Cup King Kaufman
The Penguins almost -- almost! -- pull off another last-minute comeback. (06/05/2008)

NBA Finals prediction: Lakers in 5 By King Kaufman
The Celtics have the Big Three, but athletic L.A. has three pretty good players too. (06/05/2008)

Following the junk science money trail Andrew Leonard
One last installment in the saga of Big Tobacco and the war on science (06/05/2008)

Say goodbye to that SUV in the sky Andrew Leonard
Continental joins the airline bloodbath. There's no silver lining for air travelers in this bout of turbulence (06/05/2008)

What to expect when you're expecting inflation Andrew Leonard
Worrying that prices will rise in the future has historically ensured they rise even faster. Should we be relieved that that link seems to be broken? (06/05/2008)

NASA and global warming
Alex Koppelman considers a report finding that the agency's P.R. office distorted results of climate change research. (06/04/2008)

Bateman: Dick Cheney cracks a funny
Things you can say when you're not running for reelection. (06/04/2008)

The K Chronicles By Keith Knight
Some stuff I need to get done before the kid comes -- when my life will be over. (06/04/2008)

Drunk lady looks like a dude? Sarah Hepola
A new ad campaign attempts to stem female binge-drinking. (06/04/2008)

Scenes from a group marriage By Laird Harrison
I was a normal 9-year-old boy with two parents. And then, after a fateful camping trip, I had four. (06/04/2008)

I'm an exhausted caregiver on the point of collapse By Cary Tennis
In caring for my sick husband and father and my demented mother, I feel I've ceased to exist as a person. (06/04/2008)

Clinton props of the day Lynn Harris
According to Arianna Huffington, you can win for losing. (06/04/2008)

Daughters of Iraq Tracy Clark-Flory
Charged with preventing suicide bombings, the female guards can't carry guns or work in public. (06/04/2008)

Hard labor Lynn Harris
Washington state prisons offer incarcerated mothers birth and parenting support. (06/04/2008)

"Show me your genitals" Amy Benfer
YouTube dude translates catcalls into plain English. (06/04/2008)

A giant vulva bicycle taxi hits the streets of Finland Catherine Price
What more is there to say? (06/04/2008)

Barack Obama's epic win By Walter Shapiro
The young senator makes history not only in terms of race, while a determined Hillary Clinton delays the inevitable a bit longer. (06/05/2008)

Events next week -- NYC and D.C. Glenn Greenwald
Conferences and speeches examining the general election and post-Bush world now that the primary war is concluding. (06/04/2008)

Everybody in the pool! By Garrison Keillor
Watching my kid in the water, I have to ask myself, what do I love as much? (06/04/2008)

Bush congratulates Obama Alex Koppelman
The incumbent president didn't personally call the presumptive Democratic nominee, however. (06/04/2008)

Emanuel endorses Obama Alex Koppelman
Rahm Emanuel, a former top aide to Bill Clinton who's now the House's fourth-ranking Democrat, announces his decision Wednesday. (06/04/2008)

Clinton says goodbye Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton visited her Virginia headquarters on Wednesday to speak with staffers. (06/04/2008)

California Supreme Court won't stay gay marriage ruling Alex Koppelman
In a rebuke to opponents of gay marriage, the court won't wait to make official its ruling that overturned the state's ban. (06/04/2008)

Obama makes veep search team official Alex Koppelman
The identities and work of the people helping Barack Obama pick a running mate had once been a closely guarded secret, but no more. (06/04/2008)

Report: Clinton to drop out Friday Alex Koppelman
According to multiple outlets, Hillary Clinton will be holding an event with supporters at which she'll announce her exit from the race for the presidency. (06/04/2008)

Dem leaders want race over this week Alex Koppelman
In a statement, four top Democrats make it clear they want uncommitted superdelegates to announce their endorsements, and soon. (06/04/2008)

Rezko rains on Obama's parade Alex Koppelman
The guilty verdict in the trial of former Obama fundraiser Tony Rezko interrupts what the presumptive nominee's campaign no doubt hoped would be a uniformly positive news cycle. (06/04/2008)

McCain wants joint town halls, Obama receptive to idea Alex Koppelman
In a letter, McCain asks Obama to agree to 10 appearances together, at least one a week until the Democratic convention. (06/04/2008)

Clinton makes it official, schedules event for Saturday Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton's campaign has confirmed her intent to suspend her campaign and support Barack Obama. (06/05/2008)

Joba's first-start disaster King Kaufman
Phenom Chamberlain fails to get out of the third inning, but his conversion's just starting. (06/04/2008)

Let Ozzie rant in bleeping peace King Kaufman
Typists, chatterers rave over ChiSox manager Guillen's mild tirade. Slow-news week? (06/04/2008)

Exodus of the Polish plumber Andrew Leonard
In a borderless Europe, cheap workers come -- and then they go (06/04/2008)

Diesel flashback Andrew Leonard
Author Robert Bryce predicted $5-a-gallon diesel almost three years ago ... in Salon. (06/04/2008)

Obama, McCain and the price of food Andrew Leonard
McCain attacks Obama for supporting tariffs that raise the cost of groceries. If he's talking about Brazilian ethanol, he might have a case. (06/04/2008)

India: Cheap gas is too expensive Andrew Leonard
The government can no longer afford to subsidize pump prices. (06/04/2008)

Bateman: "Our Democratic Party threw us down the tubes!"
Audio of a Hillary Clinton supporter at the Rules and Bylaws Committee meeting Saturday. (06/03/2008)

Does "Sex and the City" mean more leads for women?
Rebecca Traister on the film's success at the box office. (06/03/2008)

Red State Update: Bush's press secretaries -- a gallery of heroes
And one who fatally besmirched the honor and dignity of the job. (06/03/2008)

City kids By Megan Doll
Brazilian TV series "City of Men" explores the hardships of growing up among guns and gangsters in Rio's slums. (06/03/2008)

Would you like some books with that tote bag? By Laura Miller
This year's Book Expo America attendees snatched up totes, celebrity autographs -- oh yeah, and some books. (06/03/2008)

We are what we buy By Laura Miller
Do the brands we buy and the things we own define who we are? Like it or not, two new books say they do. (06/03/2008)

This Modern World By Tom Tomorrow
A brief history of gasoline consumption in America. (06/03/2008)

The superheroes of "Sex and the City" Catherine Price
Are Carrie and the gang the high-heeled equivalents of the Incredible Hulk? (06/03/2008)

"We need to be vulgar. This is our revolution" Rachel Shukert
A "Vagina Monologues" for the Middle East, and other ways that Arab women are pushing boundaries. (06/03/2008)

News flash: Straight men like boobs! Rachel Shukert
A new scientific study answers the age-old question: Do some guys do stupid things because of sex? (06/03/2008)

Mother of "honor" killing victim murdered in Iraq Catherine Price
Leila Hussein, the Iraqi woman who dared to leave her husband after he brutally murdered their 17-year-old daughter, was shot in the street. (06/03/2008)

What should we do with our $3 million? By Cary Tennis
My husband, it turns out, inherited some money. We're talking about just moving to Mexico and drinking. (06/03/2008)

Sex and the box office Rebecca Traister
"Sex and the City" does big business and makes Hollywood wonder: Does the female audience have power again? (06/03/2008)

More on "the YouTube divorcée" Sarah Hepola
It's annoying that Tricia Walsh-Smith is in serious talks for her own reality show. But does she deserve our scorn or our sympathy? (06/03/2008)

Coat hangers and crochet hooks Tracy Clark-Flory
A physician with experience of pre-Roe days details the horrors of illegal abortion. (06/03/2008)

What role did race play with white Democrats? By Mark Schone
As the primaries end, a round table of experts -- Tom Schaller, Ruy Teixeira and Sean Wilentz -- weighs the influence of white racism on the Clinton vs. Obama contest. (06/03/2008)

Looking for payoff in Iraq By Arnon Grunberg
Winning "hearts and minds" is in some sense like a seduction. But what happens if American largesse here runs out? (06/03/2008)

McCain, spying and executive power: A complete reversal in 6 months Glenn Greenwald
Last December, the GOP nominee was giving answers that were the same as those of the ACLU and Russ Feingold. Now, he sounds like John Yoo and Dick Cheney. (06/03/2008)

We are all appeasers now By Gary Kamiya
The GOP and establishment media are attacking Barack Obama for being willing to talk to "terrorists" -- but many parties, including Israel, are doing just that. (06/03/2008)

What does the Clinton campaign's denial mean? Alex Koppelman
Aides to Clinton deny a report that Clinton will admit that Obama has enough delegates for the nomination, but their statements are open to interpretation. (06/03/2008)

McCain his "own man" Mike Madden
The presumptive GOP nominee to emphasize his independence from Bush in a New Orleans "general election" speech. (06/03/2008)

Rush of superdelegates to Obama Alex Koppelman
Just after the polls closed, Barack Obama's campaign announced endorsements that will add up to 26.5 votes at the Democratic convention, and more are likely on the way. (06/04/2008)

Hillary Clinton for veep -- the petition Katharine Mieszkowski
Clinton loyalist Lanny Davis is kicking off a drive to get the Senator from New York on Barack Obama's ticket. (06/04/2008)

Clinton says she's open to veep slot Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton reportedly tells supporters she'd consider being Barack Obama's running mate, a shift from her earlier public position. (06/03/2008)

One way or another, tonight is Obama's Alex Koppelman
No matter what happens in South Dakota and Montana, it now appears certain that the Illinois senator is ready to go over the top. (06/03/2008)

Obama to Clinton: Want to meet? Katharine Mieszkowski
The presumptive Democratic nominee and the runner-up chat. (06/04/2008)

Carter to endorse Obama Vincent Rossmeier
Former President Jimmy Carter says he'll make it official after the primaries end tonight. (06/03/2008)

Clinton gets one more Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton has just announced her second superdelegate endorsement of the day, but her take for Tuesday is still swamped by Barack Obama's. (06/04/2008)

Clinton voters warm up to Obama Mike Madden
Early exit polls in South Dakota and Montana show Clinton voters are more likely to support Obama in the general election. (06/04/2008)

McCain goes on the attack Mike Madden
Speaking on the night of the final primaries of the Democratic race, the presumptive Republican nominee welcomed the general election, and went hard after Barack Obama. (06/04/2008)

Leader of Florida delegate challenge endorses Clinton Alex Koppelman
Jon Ausman has half of a vote at the convention; he's supporting Hillary Clinton now, he says, to send a message to the Obama campaign. (06/03/2008)

Clinton declared winner of South Dakota primary Alex Koppelman
It won't make much difference in the overall delegate count, but at least Hillary Clinton will get to take what's likely her final bow on a high note. (06/04/2008)

AP: Obama has clinched nomination Alex Koppelman
According to a tally that includes the minimum number of pledged delegates he'll win tonight and unannounced endorsements, Barack Obama has hit the "magic number" needed for victory. (06/03/2008)

More delegates for Obama Alex Koppelman
California Rep. Maxine Waters is switching sides and endorsing Barack Obama, and a number of delegates once pledged to John Edwards are coming over as well. (06/03/2008)

CNN, MSNBC declare Obama presumptive nominee Alex Koppelman
As polls closed in South Dakota, the two networks made their calls, not for the state's primary, but for the nomination generally. (06/04/2008)

Quote of the day Alex Koppelman
Terry McAuliffe gives a hint as to Hillary Clinton's plans. (06/03/2008)

Minnesota Gov. Pawlenty goes after Obama Mike Madden
The governor, said to be on the shortlist of potential running mates for McCain, held a conference call to give Barack Obama a welcome of sorts to his state. (06/03/2008)

Clinton wins! Alex Koppelman
Instead of the sort-of concession many expected her to deliver, Hillary Clinton's remarks to supporters on Tuesday night sounded remarkably like... a victory speech? (06/04/2008)

Fallon says Bush doesn't want war with Iran Vincent Rossmeier
In an interview, Adm. Fallon denies claims he was forced out of his job because he disagreed with the president over attacking Iran. (06/03/2008)

Obama projected as winner of Montana primary Mike Madden
Barack Obama has already been declared the presumptive Democratic nominee by most media outlets, and now he can celebrate one more win in his planned victory speech. (06/04/2008)

Report: Clinton will admit Obama has delegates for nomination Alex Koppelman
The AP says that, in her speech tonight, Hillary Clinton will make a big concession, though probably not the final one. (06/03/2008)

Vanity Fair piece about Bill Clinton sparks controversy Justin Jouvenal and Alex Koppelman
An article about the former president, which features some harsh criticism about him and suggestions of possibly indiscreet behavior by him, inspired a negative reaction and discussion about journalistic ethics. (06/03/2008)

Obama declares victory Mike Madden
In his speech Tuesday night, Barack Obama claimed the mantle of presumptive Democratic nominee and began his general election campaign in earnest. (06/04/2008)

Penguins survive trip to the brink King Kaufman
Thirty-five seconds away from a Red Wings Stanley Cup, Pittsburgh ties Game 5 and then wins a 3OT thriller. (06/03/2008)

Another win for baseball fans -- over baseball King Kaufman
The Supreme Court refuses to hear MLB's appeal in the fantasy baseball case, meaning stats stay in the public domain. (06/03/2008)

George Soros explains the oil bubble Andrew Leonard
Yes, there is speculation, he says, but don't underestimate the fundamental real-world forces at work. (06/03/2008)

The London-Dubai loophole Andrew Leonard
Why do foreign energy-trading exchanges get to set up in the U.S. without having to play by U.S. rules? (06/03/2008)

Big Tobacco and the war on science Andrew Leonard
How in the world does one connect Rachel Carson and DDT to the public health dangers of cigarettes? Ask Philip Morris (06/03/2008)

Mr. Soros goes to Washington Andrew Leonard
But before he can even begin his testimony on oil market speculation, a Republican senator welcomes him with forked tongue (06/03/2008)

Endangered species: The Tahoe, Suburban and Yukon Andrew Leonard
General Motors announces plans to close four truck and SUV manufacturing plants. (06/03/2008)

I'm on vacation. But you can help out! Andrew O'Hehir
Seeking suggestions: Best movies for kids, non-current, non-Disney (or at least non-CGI) and non-obvious preferred. (06/02/2008)

Big Think: Paul Muldoon on far-flung metaphors
The poet recalls his Irish roots and reads "The Coyote." (06/02/2008)

Scott Bateman: Atom Age Vampire, Part 17
The investigation of Monique's death leads the police to Dr. Levin. Was there foul play? (06/02/2008)

What are you reading this summer?
We travel to Long Island City, to find out what books fare well in warm weather. (06/02/2008)

Summer reads By Salon staff
Chick chat: From a black-humored romantic romp to the tale of a single woman flirting her way around the world, these novels make perfect beach companions. (06/02/2008)

Is Wii Fit the new striptease? Sarah Hepola
In a new YouTube trend, guys film their girlfriends playing the Nintendo Hula Hoop game. (06/02/2008)

Make it stop: Abstinence-only education Amy Benfer
Bad news for those of us who think sex ed should include discussions of actual sex. (06/02/2008)

Women trade dead-end relationships for dead-end careers? Sarah Hepola
The Onion issues its special report on gender. (06/02/2008)

The perfect time to quit smoking? Kate Harding
Apparently, you can do a lot by tracking your menstrual cycles, if you're into that kind of thing. (06/02/2008)

Why political candidates should be sucking up to women Kate Harding
According to the authors of "The She Spot," there's plenty of money and free P.R. to be had. (06/02/2008)

I need more ideas! Where do they come from? By Cary Tennis
I've been doing well selling my writing but I seem to be running out of inspiration. (06/02/2008)

Nuclear bomb By Joseph Romm
Nuclear energy, the sequel, is opening to raves by everybody from John McCain to a Greenpeace co-founder. Don't be fooled. It's the "Ishtar" of power generation. (06/02/2008)

Viva Hillary Clinton! By Mike Madden
Although she won Puerto Rico easily, Clinton seemed to be campaigning in an alternate reality, as hopes for the nomination slipped away. (06/02/2008)

Newest McCain official: President has "near dictatorial powers" Glenn Greenwald
McCain reaches into the most deceptive propaganda organ in America to staff the highest level of his communications apparatus. (06/02/2008)

Reading the Clinton tea leaves Alex Koppelman
Early signs indicate that Tuesday night may be the beginning of the end for Hillary Clinton's campaign. (06/02/2008)

Clinton camp denies report of planned staff cuts Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton's campaign says a previous report is untrue, and that advance staffers are just being given an option of where to go Tuesday night. (06/02/2008)

The latest delegate math Alex Koppelman
Including the delegations from Florida and Michigan, Barack Obama's campaign says he's fewer than 50 delegates away from securing the nomination. (06/02/2008)

Politico: Obama wins the Drudge primary Justin Jouvenal
A look at the Drudge Report indicates that the influential site has been favoring Barack Obama's campaign so far. (06/02/2008)

Could the GOP lose another safe congressional seat? Justin Jouvenal
It's been a rough year for Republican congressional candidates already, and now there are signs they're facing another big loss. (06/02/2008)

Why not let Clinton keep the four Michigan delegates? Alex Koppelman
Hillary Clinton's supporters are arguing vehemently against one part of the deal reached to seat the state's delegation. (06/02/2008)

AIPAC conference reignites fight between McCain and Obama Vincent Rossmeier
In a speech at the conference, John McCain ridicules Barack Obama's positions on Iran and Iraq; Obama's campaign is quick to hit back. (06/02/2008)

Obama's delegate roundup Alex Koppelman
Barack Obama's campaign has reportedly set a goal of getting enough superdelegates to endorse him Tuesday to make a victory speech possible Tuesday night. (06/02/2008)

Mixed martial arts on CBS: Truth gets KO'd By King Kaufman
For all the hand-wringing about the Tiffany Network dirtying its hands on a blood sport, it was the Eye that acted sleazy. (06/02/2008)

My cellphone calls too many timeouts King Kaufman
Could it be that the latest trend in mid-tech gadgetry is to program in hoops-coach logic? (06/02/2008)

Manny hits home run No. 501!! King Kaufman
Who'd have thought he could top that historic 500th dinger! But where was the big celebration? (06/02/2008)

Why is diesel even more expensive than gas? Andrew Leonard
We could blame China, or India, or the EU. But the more interesting question is: Why is gas so cheap? (06/02/2008)

Mortgaging our credit card debt Andrew Leonard
For a few years, the housing bubble helped Americans pay their plastic bills. Not anymore. (06/02/2008)

Where have all the bicycles gone? Andrew Leonard
Commuter bikes are selling like hotcakes in New York City. And train ridership is up in California. Hmm, what could be the connection? (06/02/2008)

Machinist, gone phishing Farhad Manjoo
We'll return in a week. (06/02/2008)