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Analysis
Politics
What's Behind The New Populism?()
February 5, 2010 From the rise of the Tea Party — which is now holding its first convention — to talk of President Obama's new tone, there's been a lot of chatter about populism lately. Historian Michael Kazin says the latest iteration is a problem for Democrats — and for Republicans, too.
Animals
Blue Whales Croon A New Tune()
February 6, 2010 Blue whales are updating their playlist, according to new research on the huge mammals. One scientist says it's because they've got more reason to sing.
Tell Me More
Not A Compliment: 'Sometimes I Forget You're Black'()
January 29, 2010 I want MSNBC's Chris Matthews — and all other well meaning white people out there — to know: you should never tell an African-American person that sometimes he's so smart, so focused, so well-spoken, that sometimes, you forget he's black.
Politics
For Obama, Speech With Competing Goals()
January 28, 2010 In his first State of the Union address, President Obama tried to reassure both his liberal base and the disaffected moderates and independents that he and his party need to win back. Supporters were reassured, but pundits say the speech was no game-changer.
Sweetness And Light
College Sports Turmoil: The New Normal?()
January 20, 2010 New stories about abusive coaches, outrageous salaries and alleged rules violations in collegiate football and basketball seem to be coming out every week. But the negative reports are unlikely to lead to meaningful change.
