According to the U.S. Census, Jesus Was White
Unfortunately for Megyn Kelly, considering he died 2,000 years ago, that classification doesn't make much sense.
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Is the Great Recession Creating a Generation of Democrats?
Research suggests it’s entirely possible.
This Government Shutdown Won’t Be Our Last
Get used to government shutdowns. Serious budget problems are a common feature of large states in decline.
Tony Kushner, Optimist, Takes the Long View
The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and Lincoln screenwriter is very aware of the problems we face as a society, but he has faith in the political process.
Does the President Have the Power to Convince Us of Anything?
Not really, no. So why, then, do we bother to listen to his speeches?
The Lives of Dictators’ Wives
The fancy clothes and charitable works aren't incidental: The dictator’s spouse is an important part of maintaining power.
Why Does Citizenship Matter?
How national affiliation became such an important part of our personal identity.
The Future for Carlos Danger: When Do Political Scandals Go Too Far?
His place in the polls continues to drop, but is there hope yet for Anthony Weiner? Research indicates that many politicians tainted by scandal get elected anyway.
America Has a Stadium Problem
Despite every number suggesting they shouldn't, why do American cities keep building sports stadiums funded with public money?