Does Europe Still Heart Obama?

This week’s G-20 summit will test the continent’s love fest with Barack Obama. Note to Prez: Along with stimulus plans, take flowers and candy.

Love in the Time of the Obamas

Barack and Michelle's presidential marriage: The New York Times takes a look at how the president and first lady juggle romance and politics.

Storming the Court?

When it comes to appointing federal judges, President Obama shouldn’t try to play center. Centrist judges will not balance judges on the right. Left balances right.

Is the USDA Still the Last Plantation?

During the Bush administration, 13,999 racial discrimination cases were swept under the rug at the Agriculture Department. What will Secretary Tom Vilsack do about it?

How ‘Precious’ Is Like Palin’s ‘Going Rogue’

Nope, I didn’t see the movie, and I’m not going to read the book. I’m tired of being played by over-hyped productions.

Star-Spangled Muslims

The Ft. Hood tragedy is a citizenship test for Muslim Americans—and everyone else.

Did Burris Save the Public Option?

From Senate jester to prime-time player, how Sen. Roland Burris may have punked the Democrats.  

Why Black People Took to the Streets in Chicago

This debate about the proposed consumer protection agency is a big, big deal for black America. We can’t afford to sit it out.

The D.C. Sniper Should Die. But Not Like This.

I’ll be glad to see John Allen Muhammad go for his murderous rampage. But the death penalty is still wrong.

When Lawyers Go Rogue

The Supreme Court considers what to do when prosecutors play dirty.