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Honoring the Dalai Lama

Enlightened Chinese leaders should realize that it is in their national interest to respect and preserve the autonomy and uniqueness of Tibet.


Pressing Mukasey

Michael Mukasey, Bush's nominee to be attorney general, should not be waved through his Senate confirmation hearing.


Roger Cohen: The 'American' rebooting France

France, long hung up in a left-bank bubble filled with quaint notions of reversing globalization, now wants 'to take advantage of a globalized world.' An interview with Finance Minister Christine Lagarde.


One country or two systems?

Seeking preference with Beijing undermines Hong Kong's role.


'Green for all'

Van Jones has been on a crusade to help disadvantaged communities understand why they would be the biggest beneficiaries of a greener America.


Brooks: A still, small voice

There are still politicians who retain the capacity to be appalled by what they must do.


The U.S. has run out of tricks

Most people in the Mideast no longer fear America's power.


Common exercise, different goals

'Normalcy' in Sino-Russian relations is a complex concept.


Stopped into a church, and it was good

I wanted to live a big complicated life and not sit in a closet. I do not repent of that.


The Dalai Lama in the U.S.; Gore's Nobel

The Dalai Lama in the U.S.; Gore's Nobel


Palaima: Fight humanity's baser instincts

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 The French have a saying, "The more things change, the more they remain the same." I wonder how many of us believe that anymore.


Young: Who will pay for Bush's mistakes?

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 As a presidential candidate wooing squishy centrists with the violin tones of "compassionate conservatism," Gov.


Will: The Humpty Dumpty rule

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 Explaining a simple proposal to help people squirrel away gold for their golden years, Hillary Clinton said that a person "should not require a Ph.D. to save for retirement." But can even Ph.D.s understand liberalism's arithmetic and logic?


Bolton: Texas counties should control their own destinies

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 An unusual thing happened here in the summer of 2007. It rained ... and rained ... and rained. For the wildflowers, our yards, most lakes and streams, the rains were a real plus. For Hamilton Pool, all that rain added up to a muddy problem.


Turkey Iraq vote: Your reaction

The Turkish Parliament has authorised possible incursions into northern Iraq to crack down on Kurdish rebels there. What is your view?


Colbert Runs

He really is a comedic genius. Here's the pre-announcement announcement on the Daily Show: And here is his official announcement:...


The Rest of the Picture in IL-14

Close to two weeks ago we reported on the fund raising numbers for Chris Lauzen, the Republican State Senator and CPA running to replace former Speaker Denny Hastert in Illinois' 14th Congressional district. Lauzen raised a total of $536,505, boosted...


Poll Update

Scott Rasmussen is out with a new Iowa poll showing Hillary with an 11-point lead. UPDATE: Rasmussen just released GOP numbers for Iowa showing Romney with a 6-point lead over Fred Thompson, 25 to 19, with Mike Huckabee running just...


Greeley Unhinged

Father Andrew Greeley needs to trade in his collar for a straitjacket, because his column today about Iran is simply deranged: Yet surely the hawks would shout once again that in a "national security emergency" the commander in chief has...


Gov. Perry Endorses Rudy

Texas Gov. Rick Perry endorsed Giuliani this morning. Reid Wilson has more. In announcing his endorsement, Perry said, "The one (issue) that I wanted to hear him give me an answer and look me right in my eyes was that...


Rudy and Judith on Hannity & Colmes

"It's up to the strict constructionist," says Giuliani about what his style of justice would do regarding Roe v. Wade: More videos in the Vlog....


Payroll Growth: 1990s vs. 2000s

As far as economic recoveries go, the current one may be the most maligned in history. One glaring weakness, which pessimists never tire of pointing out, is that payroll job growth in this cycle has been weaker than in the...


The Real Campaign Begins

We're finally starting to get some news about the real campaign. What? Haven't we had plenty of news about this campaign so far? Aren't we overwhelmed with news? Well - yes and no. We've been overwhelmed with campaign news, but...


Are care homes offering a fair deal?

Elderly people in care homes often do not know exactly what they will have to pay, according to a report. What are your experiences?


Ask a Polar Explorer

Pen Hadow - the first man to complete a solo, unsupported trek to the North Pole - is to embark on a new adventure. Send him your questions.




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