America

Obama's Updated Fireside Chats, Sports Analogies, and Change in Washington

Rip Empson | Posted 11.18.2008 | Politics


Rip Empson

By encouraging an intersection of government and technology, the U.S. might be able to re-claim what was once a venerable tradition of innovation and ingenuity.

A "S.A.D." Lifestyle

Dr. Jeffrey McCombs | Posted 11.17.2008 | Living


Dr. Jeffrey McCombs

Obama keeps reminding us that we need to prepare ourselves for making sacrifices in order to correct the excesses of the past. This applies as much to our diet as much as it does to the economy.

Crime of the Century

Steven Weber | Posted 11.15.2008 | Politics


Steven Weber

Has anything BushCo's ever done benefitted the people or the country? Just admit it: we've been robbed, beaten and stabbed. Those are just the facts, Detective Obama.

A Question For Those Who Care

Amitai Etzioni | Posted 11.13.2008 | Politics


Amitai Etzioni

Just as our silence discourages moderate Muslims, our furor encourages them to speak up. We may well find some allies among those of the thousand or so spectators to the stoning in Somalia who have already protested.

Born In The U.S.A. - Expats Look Back

Stefan Sirucek | Posted 11.12.2008 | Politics


Stefan Sirucek

If America is indeed on the path to being cool again we might see a wave of this sort of voluntary repatriation.

Unleash Your Inner Obama

Julia Moulden | Posted 11.08.2008 | Living


Julia Moulden

Let's not wait for one man to save the world. Let's use the exuberant energy of his triumph to propel each of us forward.

"The Great American Detour"

CurrentTV's Vanguard | Posted 11.07.2008 | Living


CurrentTV's Vanguard

This summer, I took a road trip across the country to see what's really on the minds of young Americans at this critical moment in American history. ...

A Dream Fulfilled

Aram Khayatpour | Posted 11.06.2008 | Politics


Aram Khayatpour

We see history often, but sadly that history is usually tragic: 9/11, Katrina, the war in Iraq, this is the history of my generation, but Tuesday we had a different kind of history being made.

What a Relief -- America Survives

Cenk Uygur | Posted 11.05.2008 | Politics


Cenk Uygur

We docked the ship on shore. We're back to normal now. We have re-established the fundamental building blocks of Western civilization -- we have our foundation underneath us.

World Hopes For A 'Less Arrogant America'

AP | MATT MOORE | Posted 11.04.2008 | Living


BERLIN — Throngs packed plazas and pubs around the world to await U.S. elections results Tuesday, many inspired by Barack Obama's promise of cha...

America the Beautiful

Sean Gilfillan | Posted 11.04.2008 | Politics


Sean Gilfillan

We have always moved on, changed identities, but kept that fundamental characteristic that makes us chant U.S.A. and salute the flag during the National Anthem with such pride.

We Are the Heirs of the First Revolution

John W. Whitehead | Posted 11.03.2008 | Politics


John W. Whitehead

Is there any hope? Yes, there is. But that hope does not rest with a president, Congress or the government. And it never has.

Obama, the Arts, and Soft Power

Raymond J. Learsy | Posted 11.01.2008 | Entertainment


Raymond J. Learsy

I have always been struck by the paucity of interest and support our government gives to the arts. In Obama's opinion it appears the arts have become essential to reengage our standing in the world.

Be Not Afraid

Jim Wallis | Posted 10.30.2008 | Politics


Jim Wallis

Some of the worst fear-mongering has sadly come from leaders of the Religious Right who are worried about losing their control over the votes of the evangelical and Catholic communities.

How Our Candidates Insult American Intelligence

Johnathan Wilber | Posted 10.30.2008 | Politics


Johnathan Wilber

Let's talk about Josephine, the transsexual, who lives next door. If you live in rural America, you may have never met Josephine, and if you have, you might not have even noticed that Josephine was at one time Joseph.

Would Ms. Sarah Palin Please Shut the Hell Up?

Aram Khayatpour | Posted 10.27.2008 | Politics


Aram Khayatpour

How are we supposed to vote for a ticket and a party that does not believe all of America is really America?

236.com: If They IM'd: Real Americans And Regular Americans

236.com | Posted 10.26.2008 | Politics


Man, it must be awesome to live in one of those pro-American parts of the country. But you know, with all this focus on the Real America, how must the...

Howard Zinn Will Vote For Obama But Says Direct Action is Needed

The Real News | Posted 10.23.2008 | Politics


The Real News

"Obama will not fulfill that potential for change unless he is enveloped by a social movement, which is angry enough, powerful enough, [and] insistent enough"

Chomsky: In Swing States, Vote Obama -- Without Illusions

The Real News | Posted 10.21.2008 | Politics


The Real News

In an interview, Noam Chomsky urges the voters in swing states to vote against McCain, therefore for Obama, while maintaining realistic expectations about the Democratic candidate.

Joe the Intellectual

Ian Gurvitz | Posted 10.21.2008 | Politics


Ian Gurvitz

I am a college educated, white collar worker. I live in a major American city and I love my country. Not that empty-headed, flag-waving, drop a tear during the national anthem love.

White House Ribs

Giles Slade | Posted 10.20.2008 | Politics


Giles Slade

America can capitalize on its cultural assets by creating state-owned brands based on recognizable American symbols. I think we should start with the White House.

Dear Sarah Palin, Please leave - we don't need your sort in Ohio!

Steven Denlinger | Posted 10.20.2008 | Politics


Steven Denlinger

In the old days of the West, when someone did irreparable harm to a community, the Sheriff took the culprit to the edge of town. He told that person ...

Idolizing Ideology: Republican Exceptionalism

Paul Raushenbush | Posted 10.19.2008 | Politics


Paul Raushenbush

On Oct 2nd, Sarah Palin ended the Vice Presidential debate by voicing her strong belief in American exceptionalism, - that America has a unique blessi...

Real Change Trickles Up

Eugene Jarecki | Posted 10.18.2008 | Politics


Eugene Jarecki

Change comes from below, requiring massive investment and sacrifice by everyday people that goes far beyond the effort of casting a ballot.

A Patriotic Guide and Mantra to Prove You're Non-Threatening

Wajahat Ali | Posted 10.17.2008 | Politics


Wajahat Ali

Arabs only comprise 20% of the Muslim world, and many Arabs are actually Christians. "I Love America! Hot Dog! Hot Dog!"