Adam's Articles

First Same-Sex Marriages Celebrated in D.C.

Mayor Adrian Fenty to attend the weddings of three African-American couples.   

5 Campaign Promises That Obama Kept

Yes, there are a lot of things that Obama didn’t do in his first year in office. But here are five things that he did.

The Republican Right: Al-Qaeda’s Unwitting Hype Men?

Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab’s alleged terrorism attempt shows Al-Qaeda no longer has the juice to conduct large-scale attacks. So why are Republicans playing into Osama Bin Laden’s hands?

Did the Ft. Hood Killer Go Postal or Go Terrorist?

If the alleged shooter acted out of personal anger, the tragedy may be more Columbine than jihad. No one should make any assumptions until all the facts are out.

A Few Reasons No One Seems To Be Pushing Rangel Around?

California’s Pete Stark, the CBC would be mad, and because the distinguished gentleman from NYC is a reliably progressive vote.

Holding Fast to Justice

In the Bush era, important legal decisions were put in the hands of political appointees rather than career lawyers. Is a change about to come to the Justice Department?

The Self-Hate Hustle

Why the argument between conservative and progressive Jews over Israel sounds a lot like the African-American 'house negro' debate.  

Save Pat Buchanan!

Why the Republican hitman is delivering the best news for black folks on television.

Ghetto Loans for 'Mud People'?

Why we still need the NAACP.

What Color Is a Superhero?

Comic book nerd nation is no longer just filled with pimply-faced, white suburban kids huddling in their basements.