Book Review: We Saw Spain Die
Often reading like a murder mystery, Paul Preston's narrative on the Spanish civil war sweeps the reader along with vivid and sympathetic descriptions of his subjects.
Alternative Headache Relief
Many of us may be too dependent on over-the-counter painkillers to treat the occasional headache, especially given the side effects of such drugs. Ibuprofen can increase the risk of heart and circulation problems and is also tough on the digestive tract.
Doctors Back Obama on Health Care Plan
While the looming economic recession may have displaced the country's broken health care system and the Iraq war as the top concern for Americans in recent weeks, universal, affordable access to health care remains a vital issue for voters.
Truth About McCain and Taxes Doggone It
The McCain campaign struggled to present a coherent message on taxes this past week. During the vice presidential debate, Thursday, Oct. 2, Sarah Palin said, 'Barack Obama had 94 opportunities to side on the people's side and reduce taxes...'
Darfur Rebels Deny Signing Peace Agreement
Some members of the rebel faction that recently fought government troops in North Darfur have signed a peace agreement with the state, but the accord is insignificant because none of the signatories has any clout.
Failing Economy Slams Workers Hardest
John McCain was right about one thing. Jobs are being lost. This week the Department of Labor reported that 159,000 American workers lost their jobs in September, a five-year record. The Labor Department reported the ninth straight month of job losses, approaching 800,000 lost jobs in 2008.
McCain Gives Up on Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In what has been perceived as a major concession, the McCain campaign announced this week that it would be pulling its campaign resources out of Michigan in order to shift to other battleground states.
Patriarchy with a Woman's Face
The same day that Joe Biden was selected as candidate for the vice presidency by the Democratic Party, the campaign of John McCain reproduced several videos of Hillary Clinton sharply attacking Obama.
Mayor Sarah Palin Billed Rape Victims for Police Investigation, Says New TV Ad
As mayor of Wasilla, Alaska, Sarah Palin required women to pay for their own rape examinations, charges a new TV ad by the Planned Parenthood Action Fund.
Guide to Bush-McCain Crisis, Week 3
The week of September 29th, 2008 opened with the failure in Congress of the Bush bailout plan. Ongoing opposition to a Wall Street bailout without preconditions may have major repercussions. Read below.
